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06 Jul Construction Sector Will Drive the Post-Covid Recovery

Posted at 13:42h in All Posts, Building, Construction

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29 May Site Managers Shutdown Plan – Covid19

Posted at 16:11h in All Posts, Building, Construction

Although not as densely populated as London, Cambridgeshire and Suffolk will not be immune to the uncertainty Covid-19 will present. With the situation changing on a day by day basis -this is creating big challenges for Site Managers and Project teams- to ensure they are prepared...

25 Feb The Future Skills Employers Want You To Have

Posted at 11:00h in All Posts, Construction

If you’re currently seeking a new role in the construction sector, now may be an ideal time to learn about the future skills employers want you to have. Getting your foot through the door, and gaining strong career prospects can all stem from developing your skills. According...

03 Feb Modern Slave Labour – What Should You Do?

Posted at 11:00h in All Posts, Construction

In a report by the Gangmasters and Labour Abuse Authority, the UK construction industry is considered to be a high-risk sector for modern slave labour. While this may come as a surprise to some, reported cases of slavery have increased 35% year on year across the...

30 Jan Marshall Recruitment launches in Suffolk

Posted at 15:35h in All Posts, Building, Company, Construction

We've been busy working on something special here at Marshall Recruitment and were absolutely delighted to finally be able to announce it. Due to a period of growth and an increase in demand for our services we are expanding and have opened a second office. We would...

23 Jan Upskilling Could Put You in Demand

Posted at 11:33h in All Posts, Construction

A critical challenge facing the construction industry is a skills shortage, but as a candidate, this could be a golden opportunity to make yourself in demand. In the next five years, it’s estimated that 320,000 jobs could be created within the industry. However, the Federation of Master...

20 Jan Why We Need to Talk About Mental Health in Construction

Posted at 12:23h in All Posts, Construction

Mental health has seen an enormous amount of media coverage in 2019. With the Royals beginning their Heads Together Campaign and mental health charity Mind campaigning across social media with well-known celebrities discussing their mental health experiences. However, one area that remains to see a staggering...

25 Nov Are More UK Construction Businesses Going Abroad?

Posted at 08:00h in All Posts, Construction

In a recent study by Hitachi Finance, 22% of UK SME construction companies are seeking opportunities abroad. Since the uncertainty of Brexit, small businesses have been looking at new markets overseas to achieve growth. Described by Managing Director at Hitachi as a “clear sign that businesses are...

19 Nov What Can We Learn from Digital Construction Week?

Posted at 12:14h in All Posts, Construction

Digital Construction Week is the only UK event dedicated to the digital innovation of construction, engineering, manufacturing, and operation. As the largest conference that brings together industry influencers, solution providers and innovators, it demonstrates how technology is shaping the future for construction companies. The week provides us...

31 Oct What is Causing a Construction Skills Shortage?

Posted at 14:13h in All Posts, Construction

According to reports by The Federation of Master Builders, the UK Construction sector has hit a major skills shortage, with 40% of construction trades currently experiencing their highest skills gap since 2013. Construction is a dominant sector within the UK economy, generating £90 billion annually and...