Quantity Surveyor Jobs Part One | Experience, Qualifications and Career Path

Quantity Surveyor Jobs Part One | Experience, Qualifications and Career Path

In today’s construction landscape, understanding what drives a quantity surveyor’s salary is essential for professionals at every stage of their career. Throughout our 3 part series, we examine the factors that shape a quantity surveyor’s salary.

Quantity Surveyor Jobs Part Two | Industry Sector and Project types

Quantity Surveyor Jobs Part Two | Industry Sector and Project types

Salaries for quantity surveyor jobs can vary significantly across the globe, these differences are shaped not just by location, but by the specific construction sector worked in, the complexity and risk of the projects managed and the growing demand in emerging sectors.

Quantity Surveyor Jobs Part Three | Geography and Global Mobility

Quantity Surveyor Jobs Part Three | Geography and Global Mobility

Understanding regional salary differences, international market trends, and visa or accreditation requirements is a valuable consideration when looking where you might most want to work abroad as a QS or Senior QS.

What Makes a Good Construction Claims And Disputes Candidate?

What Makes a Good Construction Claims And Disputes Candidate?

My clients often highlight that the most successful consultants aren’t just those with the sharpest analytical minds—but those who bring positive energy, show emotional intelligence, and can be trusted to represent the company professionally in any setting. In short, people enjoy working with them. And in a relationship-driven industry like this, that makes all the difference.

Can Engineers Become Delay Analysts?

Can Engineers Become Delay Analysts?

So, can engineers be Delay Analysts? This may be an obvious answer to those working in the industry, but having recruited in this industry and reaching out to engineers, the majority don’t even know this role exists or they assume this role could only be completed by planners or by legal professionals. 

Leaving Right | 5 Smart Moves for Resigning Gracefully in Construction

Leaving Right | 5 Smart Moves for Resigning Gracefully in Construction

If you’ve been in the industry a while, you’ve likely resigned from a role or two. But even seasoned professionals know: how you leave matters, especially in a close-knit sector like construction.

Professional Construction Career Advice

Professional Construction Career Advice

Our "Construction Career Advice" blog category and our Career Advice Section   offer a comprehensive range of articles tailored to jobseekers. To assist readers in navigating this wealth of information, we've organised the content we have created over many years into eight key themes. 

What's the difference between a Quantity Surveyor and a Cost Manager?

What's the difference between a Quantity Surveyor and a Cost Manager?

The terms Cost Manager and Quantity Surveyor are often used interchangeably within the construction industry, and this can become confusing at times. Quantity Surveying (QS) and Cost Management jobs are roles with duties that can overlap, but this does not mean they are the same thing. 

Creating the Perfect Home Office

Creating the Perfect Home Office

Whether you work remotely full-time or just a few days a week, your home office setup can significantly impact productivity, focus, and professionalism. Here’s some tips to create an effective and professional workspace.

2025 Annual Salary Guide for UK Construction Claims and Disputes Jobs

2025 Annual Salary Guide for UK Construction Claims and Disputes Jobs

We're pleased to have prepared the 5th edition of our highly anticipated salary survey and guide, tailored specifically for construction claims and disputes professionals in the UK.

Increasing Representation of Female Construction Expert Witnesses

Increasing Representation of Female Construction Expert Witnesses

Last International Women’s Day, I wrote an article acknowledging the reality that I had recruited far fewer women in this industry than men. However, I am pleased to say that over the past year, I have successfully placed more women in construction disputes roles, particularly those entering the industry for the first time.

Helping You Find the Perfect Fit

Helping You Find the Perfect Fit

Specialising in the construction, engineering, and property sectors in the UK, Canada, Middle East and Asia, we've carved out a niche of focusing on quality and building strong, lasting relationships with leading professionals and companies. Here’s how we can be of help to you.