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Inside the QS Market: Salaries, Burnout & Hiring Reality in 2026 (EP 251)

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Own The Build
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Jan 26, 2026
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Summary

In this episode, Paul is joined by Jordan Toman, QS recruitment specialist at ClearNorth — known by many as “the QS Insider”. Jordan sits at the centre of the UK QS market, speaking daily with quantity surveyors and commercial leaders across the country. Few people have a clearer view of what’s really happening behind the scenes. With 2026 underway, this conversation tackles some of the most pressing issues facing the profession today. In the first half of the episode, Paul and Jordan explore...