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

Construction Claims & Disputes | Qualifications, Memberships and Accreditation

Professionals working as claims consultants, quantum experts, delay analysts, or dispute resolution specialists, typically pursue a combination of academic qualifications, professional memberships, and industry-recognised accreditation.…

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Connecting with Canada’s Construction Elite | Lessons from a Week of Networking, Conferences & Seminars

My business development trip to Toronto was both productive and enjoyable. I forged new relationships, strengthened existing ones, and gained fresh insights into how the Canadian construction industry is evolving from P3 models to collaborative delivery approaches.…

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Choosing Between A Big and Small Consultancy as a Quantity Surveyor

Candidates for quantity surveyor jobs often ask if a large, big-name consultancy or a smaller, specialist firm is better. The answer depends on what you as a QS value most day-to-day and long-term. Here, we look at the pros and cons of big vs small client-side consultancies to help you decide your next move as a Quantity Surveyor.…

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Why You Should Start Recruiting Now for Your 2026 Starters

We’re already seeing smart employers begin the process of identifying and securing the best candidates for next year’s project launches, graduate intakes, and leadership development pipelines. Here’s why acting early makes business sense.…

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Key Skills to Display as a Clerk of Works to Excel in Your Next Job Interview

As a Clerk of Works, you safeguard quality and represent the client’s interests on site. Here are some practical tips so that you can approach your next Clerk of Works job interview with confidence.…

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Industry News

Consumer protection minister pours cold water on builders’ licence proposal

MPs debated rogue builders in parliament yesterday but the government is not persuaded by calls for a builders’ licensing scheme.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 14 November, 08:36

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Concrete trials show viability of recycling fines

A UK project trialling recycled concrete fines has been described as a ‘breakthrough’ in sustainable cement innovation.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 14 November, 07:50

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First 80-tonne Sany excavator delivered

Chinese construction machinery manufacturer Sany has sold its first 80-tonne digger in the UK.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 14 November, 07:48

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Plant-hire association invests in simulator

The Construction Plant-hire Association (CPA) has bought a plant simulator to take round schools and colleges.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 14 November, 07:46

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Morgan Sindall starts £29m Appleby Grammar project

Morgan Sindall Construction has broken ground at Appleby Grammar School in Westmorland, Cumbria.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 14 November, 07:45

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