Construction Claims Jobs Available in Hong Kong

Construction Claims Jobs Available in Hong Kong

Our roundup of construction claims jobs available in Hong Kong and Asia. Projects will be mainly in civil engineering, railway and infrastructure sectors. Quantity surveying background with construction chartership, such as RICS, CIArb desired.

How Will Construction Fair if Qatar Loses World Cup?

How Will Construction Fair if Qatar Loses World Cup?

Concerns over the future hosting of the World Cup continue but the Qatari government is investing in infrastructure and transport as part of the National Vision 2030 to prepare for an economy based on knowledge and technology.

Increasing UK Construction Costs and More Projects Under Construction

Increasing UK Construction Costs and More Projects Under Construction

Recently speculation over the failure of Quantity Surveyors to accurately predict and price of a project at tender stage, due to the speed and scale of rising costs. One cause of this costing problem has arisen through the shortage of skilled labour and skilled professionals in the Mechanical & Electrical sector, whether it be a Quantity Surveyor with this specialisation or an Engineer.

The Burj 2020 - Plans to be the World's Tallest Commercial Tower

The Burj 2020 - Plans to be the World's Tallest Commercial Tower

This month saw a long awaited announcement regarding the ambitious Burj 2020 project, which had gone relatively quiet since late 2014. The iconic Dubai based tower, when constructed, will be the World's largest commercial tower

Civils Infrastructure – Where Does the Future Lie?

Civils Infrastructure – Where Does the Future Lie?

The construction market, just like any market, is cyclical. Hence, the question for many ambitious engineers will be – where should I go to take advantage of the best projects and career opportunities?

Hong Kong Construction: Past and Present

Hong Kong Construction: Past and Present

Hong Kong ranks first in the world in terms of both skyscraper and high-rise building count. We are always in the process of building something - be it a highway, tunnel, new subway line or adding to the iconic skyline.

UK Construction: Where Has All the Talent Gone?

UK Construction: Where Has All the Talent Gone?

Things are looking up for the UK construction industry but during the last downturn fewer new skilled professionals came into the business and experienced staff went abroad. We take a look at the causes and solutions going forward.

Major Rail Projects: Malaysia & Singapore

Major Rail Projects: Malaysia & Singapore

Both Singapore and Malaysia look to strengthen their transport links further and the rail construction market boom looks set to continue. Let’s take a look at 3 major rail projects planned for completion over the next decade within the 2 regions.

Getting a Construction Claims job in Hong Kong

Getting a Construction Claims job in Hong Kong

Construction claims professionals are greatly in demand in Hong Kong due to the significant cost and time overrun of the major civil and railway projects in recent years. As a recruitment consultant who specializes in recruiting claims consultants with various levels for my international and Hong Kong based claims clients, I would like to share what makes an attractive talent for my clients and why Hong Kong is worth moving to!

UK Construction: The Next Five Years

UK Construction: The Next Five Years

We might be a recruitment agency but at Maxim Recruitment we pride ourselves on being up-to-the-minute. So we never ask that worn out interview question ‘where do you see yourselves in five years time?’ However it would be a question we would ask of the construction industry to see where it might be heading.

UK Job Market Focus for June & July

UK Job Market Focus for June & July

Over this Ramadan holiday I will be shifting my Middle East focus to exciting UK job market which seems to be experiencing a national shortage of Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management talent. Find out why!

Construction Claims and Dispute Roles on the Rise

Construction Claims and Dispute Roles on the Rise

Staff specialising in the claims and dispute sector of construction can have a significant influence on a company’s financial performance. Currently, I have an urgent requirement for candidates with a Quantum or Planning background, who want to work in the claims or expert witness sectors.