Overseas vs. UK - Working in Construction

Overseas vs. UK - Working in Construction

Construction is one of the industries where large numbers of opportunities exist for British qualified professionals overseas. There are so many factors to consider when making such an important life and career decision so we've created some thinking points to consider

UK Construction Awards Update

UK Construction Awards Update

The UK is currently among the most exciting construction regions on the world circuit as far as proposed projects go. Here are 2 frameworks and 3 notable construction projects we are hiring for

UK Europe’s Biggest Construction Market by 2025, Despite Disputes

UK Europe’s Biggest Construction Market by 2025, Despite Disputes

Mega projects such as HS2 and the next generation of nuclear power plants prompt industry insiders to predict UK will be the biggest construction market in Europe soon.

Contingency vs. Retained Recruitment

Contingency vs. Retained Recruitment

The battle for talent rages across the UK, creating skills shortages far and wide – and recruitment winners and losers. There are basically two methods we can use to recruit you a winning construction team; “contingency” and “retained”. Read on to find out which one is right for you.

The Only Way is Up - UK High Rise

The Only Way is Up - UK High Rise

Upward surge in high rise developments in the UK, driven by population growth putting fierce pressure on creating more residential housing in urban areas, creates demand for Quantity Surveyors and construction professionals.

EU Uncertainties Impact UK Construction

EU Uncertainties Impact UK Construction

The UK construction market is expected to increase output over the next couple of years by more than 13% according to the Construction Products Association. What if the UK exits the EU and the skilled labour shortage becomes critical?

Milton Keynes A Hotbed of UK Construction?

Milton Keynes A Hotbed of UK Construction?

Whatever your perception, Milton Keynes is more than a town of concrete cows and roundabouts. A new development for a 15 acre mixed-use construction project is bringing big investments

UK Construction Contracts – Who’s Winning?

UK Construction Contracts – Who’s Winning?

£6.2bn worth of construction contracts were awarded in June - where and for what is the money being spent? We'll show you which regions and sectors are coming out on top.

Residential Construction in London Surging

Residential Construction in London Surging

London’s population is growing faster than any other region in the UK so it’s no surprise that the construction industry is booming in the Capital. Housing Developers, Contractors and Clients are urgently seeking Quantity Surveyors and Commercial Managers for residential projects.

Is Civil Engineering in the UK For You?

Is Civil Engineering in the UK For You?

Civil Engineering projects are popping up across the UK leading many to question if this is the Golden Age of Civil Engineering here. And talented Quantity Surveyors are needed for all of them.

Talks Increase Over UK’s Crossrail 2

Talks Increase Over UK’s Crossrail 2

It is estimated that the £20bn Crossrail scheme would bring in just under 20,000 direct jobs at peak construction, and well over 1,000 permanent jobs once completed. This is more exciting news for Quantity Surveyors and all construction professionals

UK's Network Rail Reassesses 5yr Spending Plan - Good News for HS2?

UK's Network Rail Reassesses 5yr Spending Plan - Good News for HS2?

It seems that Network Rail’s ambitious programme for the next five years is coming off the rails. Is there a benefit for UK Construction?