Dubai & Middle East

Some of the world’s most exciting construction job vacancies are available in Dubai and other locations in the Middle East. Quantity Surveyors, Engineers, Project Managers, Planners and a variety of other construction professionals are needed for site and head office roles in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia.

Massive civil engineering infrastructure works are ongoing including major rail, bridge, road, tunnel, and water projects. Building construction, property and fit out professionals will also find some of the world’s most complex and fast track projects to work on.

Insights and Industry News

Maxim Insights

2026 Annual Salary Guide for UK Construction Claims and Disputes Jobs

Our salary survey has become a valuable resource for both employers and candidates, offering insight into salary trends within this specialist field. It is an essential reference for professionals looking to transition into a career in claims and disputes.…

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The Hidden Market | Why Top Construction Roles Are Often Filled Before They Reach Job Boards

The best opportunities never appear on job boards. From Senior Quantity Surveyors to Project Directors on flagship infrastructure developments, top construction roles are often filled quietly, through networks, referrals and specialist recruiters.…

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Data-Driven Hiring | Using Market Insights to Set Competitive Salaries

For organisations hiring quantity surveyors, project managers, planners, commercial managers and construction consultants, understanding current salary trends is essential. Using reliable market insights helps employers set competitive offers and reduce hiring delays. …

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The Business Case for Long-Term Recruitment Partnerships

Lets be honest; in many construction businesses, recruitment is reactive. A project wins approval, a team member resigns, or a workload spike suddenly creates an urgent need for additional capability. …

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Salary Or Value | Why Flexibility and Culture are Redefining A Dream Job

For decades, salary was often the defining factor when construction professionals evaluated a job opportunity. While remuneration still matters, it feels like the idea of the “dream job” in 2026 has evolved significantly.…

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Industry News

Saint-Gobain goes electric

Saint-Gobain has invested in six Volvo electric HGVs in partnership with XPO Logistics, alongside charging infrastructure from Gridserve.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 9 April, 07:49

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Sany appoints new global telehandler head

Sany has appointed Philip Boddy global product director, telehandlers, promoting him from a product manager role in Europe. Christopher Jarvis will become head of sales for telehandlers in the UK and Ireland.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 9 April, 07:38

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Egis appoints environment head in UK

Egis has appointed Afshan Rasheed as head of its new dedicated environmental consultancy practice in the UK.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 9 April, 07:25

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Strabag offers £58.8m for Van Elle

Strabag has reached an agreement to buy geotechnical specialist Van Elle, as part of a planned expansion of its construction and infrastructure business.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 9 April, 07:18

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First Fassi for Wrights

Wrights of Twycross has bought a Scania rigid truck fitted with a Fassi crane, its first, from Mac's Truck Sales. The truck was delivered in four weeks, to meet the needs of a new Wrights client.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 9 April, 06:56

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