UK Construction Market Set for Growth in 2014 and Beyond

UK Construction Market Set for Growth in 2014 and Beyond

It's been a tough few years for the UK construction market, but things are very much on the up and confidence in the industry seems to be at a 6 year high, according to a recent survey by Markit / CIP

Changing Jobs: The Unseen Benefits

Changing Jobs: The Unseen Benefits

The Construction Market in Hong Kong is currently going through a period of high growth and this has led to a high number of construction professionals changing jobs. When it comes to looking for a ne

A New Recruitment Consultant at Maxim Recruitment: A month in the life of Natasha

A New Recruitment Consultant at Maxim Recruitment: A month in the life of Natasha

As the newest member of the Maxim Recruitment team, I thought it would be interesting in my first blog, to reflect on the first month in my new recruitment job.I have first and foremost been accepted

Construction Lawyers: Tips on Going In-House

Construction Lawyers: Tips on Going In-House

The economic downturn in the UK over the last few years has pushed businesses to look around and expand into the global emerging markets. Likewise, within the construction industry, many contractors a

UK Construction News 4Q2012

UK Construction News 4Q2012

Down South Gatwick Airport has confirmed that Vinci has won the Pier 1 contract valued at GBP184m. After Gatwick changed ownership 3 years ago, this is their largest

Global Rail News - Project Updates for UK, Malaysia & Qatar Rail Projects

Global Rail News - Project Updates for UK, Malaysia & Qatar Rail Projects

The Qatar Railways Company (QRC), which is implementing a $37bn integrated rail system in the country, is set to award six major contracts in April 2012.

UK & International Construction Recruitment in 2012

UK & International Construction Recruitment in 2012

As the Year of the Dragon gets underway, there is a sense of anticipation for the coming year in the construction industry, particularly in Hong Kong and many parts of Asia. While 2011 has proven to b

6 Reasons Why Accepting the Offer of A Pay Cut Could Actually Be a Good Career Move

6 Reasons Why Accepting the Offer of A Pay Cut Could Actually Be a Good Career Move

If you’re a construction professional that has ever changed job, there’s a good chance that you may have taken or at least been offered a pay cut at some point – how seriously did yo

Is it Worth Putting Time Into Preparing Your Construction Industry CV?

Is it Worth Putting Time Into Preparing Your Construction Industry CV?

In my job as a recruitment consultant, I must read around 500 CV’s per week and it is apparent to me that some people are not doing themselves justice when it comes to writing their CV which is potentially wasting access to the job opportunities that are out there.

Find the Right Construction Job Overseas

Find the Right Construction Job Overseas

So you’re looking for a construction job overseas! The question then becomes, ‘How do I go about finding the right job for me?’

The Rise of China; Will Politics, Funding & Greater Competition Give Rail Users Better Railways?

The Rise of China; Will Politics, Funding & Greater Competition Give Rail Users Better Railways?

The international rail construction press has recently reported extensively on the rise of China as both a location of numerous rail projects and as an increasingly influential supplier of rail

Maxim Recruitment Nominated For National Online Recruitment Award

Maxim Recruitment Nominated For National Online Recruitment Award

Maxim Recruitment Nominated For National Online Recruitment Award