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I’m a Construction Recruitment Consultant | What Do I Do All Day?

I have added value to my employer clients and their business activities for over 20 years. Just recently I remembered that quite a few years ago now, a meme went around about what recruitment consultants “do” and I managed to re-find it.…

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The Excitement Is Building In Dubai (Once Again!)

Take a look at the insatiable appetite for development which Dubai and the rest of the UAE appears to have, once again, in spades! (excuse the pun). Also, some exciting new construction jobs in the Middle East which the Maxim Recruitment Team is currently working hard to fill.…

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Five great things about living and working in Canada

As a specialist construction Recruitment Consultant for the UK & Canada, I talk to many prospective candidates who are contemplating relocating to Canada – but what is it that is attracting them?  …

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Keeping Fit with a Desk Job | 10 Easy Tips

Even small changes to your daily routine can make a big difference. By incorporating these tips into your daily routine, you can stay fit, boost your energy levels and your confidence in the workplace!…

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Addressing the Underrepresentation of Women in the Construction Industry

As a recruiter in the construction industry, I have made significantly fewer female placements than male placements, and I often question why that is. …

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Industry News

McAlpine confirmed for new Broadgate towers

Sir Robert McAlpine has been appointed by the Broadgate joint venture to deliver 2 Finsbury Avenue, a dual high-rise in London’s Broadgate development.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 18 April, 09:36

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Sniffer dogs detect leaking water mains

Sniffer dogs are being used to help find leaking water mains in the Scottish Borders and East Lothian.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 18 April, 07:55

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UK Construction Week London just one month away from returning to London’s ExCeL

With less than a month to go until London's ExCeL doors open for the welcome return of UK Construction Week (7-9 May)

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 18 April, 07:42

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Scottish architect goes employee-owned

Edinburgh-based 7N Architects has been sold to an employee ownership trust (EOT).

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 18 April, 07:31

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Avant starts £47m Amber Valley estate

Avant Homes Central has started construction on a £47m development in Somercotes, in the Amber Valley in Derbyshire.

Source: The Construction Index Last updated: 18 April, 07:19

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