Bidding ‘masterclass’ aims to help Scottish businesses earn framework success
A new masterclass led by specialists in Scotland’s procurement sector has promised to provide suppliers with 'vital information' on how to submit successful bids...
Cruden lands trio of framework wins
CRUDEN Building has been appointed to three separate multi-million pound procurement frameworks to address local housing challenges across Scotland.
The business explained that each of...
Scots businesses urged to check latest Brexit advice as transition period nears end
SCOTTISH businesses have been urged to ensure they are aware of the steps they need to take ahead of the EU transition period ending.
The...
Cosmos Projects confirms senior appointments amid substantial growth
CONSTRUCTION company Cosmos Projects Group has announced several senior appointments and revealed it is on track to increase turnover to £14 million by the...
Bill amendment risks ‘significant damage’ to student accommodation investment
THE Scottish Property Federation (SPF) has warned that Scotland’s Non-Domestic Rates Bill risks 'significant damage' to investment in the booming student accommodation sector.
Student accommodation,...
Balfour Beatty on track to achieve strong revenue and order book growth
BALFOUR Beatty is on track to achieve full-year earnings expectations with strong cash and order book growth, the contractor has revealed in a trading...
Campion Homes appoints new commercial director
CAMPION Homes has appointed Billy Bald to the role of commercial director.
The move comes ahead of retirements later this year of long-standing employees Alan...
Global expands Scottish team to meet growing emphasis on quality within housing sector
THE booming Scottish housing market means there is more emphasis on quality, according to Global, a fast growing supplier of latent defects warranties for...
Construction contracts stats shows ‘improvement’ in conditions
THE total value of UK construction contract awards in June was £2.2 billion based on a three-month rolling average, signalling an 'improvement' in conditions.
The...
Springfield Properties appoints chief financial officer
SPRINGFIELD Properties has announced the appointment of Iain Logan as chief financial officer (CFO).
Mr Logan has served as interim CFO at the company since...
MGF launches structural support solutions division
MGF has launched a new structural support solutions division, which will allow the business to offer structural propping, jacking and support solutions across the building...
Construction materials supplier appoints new aggregates MD
AGGREGATE Industries has appointed Andy Swinnerton as the new MD of the firm’s aggregates division.
He will join the executive committee of the construction materials...
GAP Group primed for growth with major refinancing
Glasgow-based GAP Group, the UK’s largest independent equipment hire business, has successfully completed an up to £220million refinancing exercise to support the future growth...
Holmes Miller appoints project director
ARCHITECTURAL practice Holmes Miller has promoted Joanne Hemmings to the role of project director.
The firm said the move recognises Joanne’s contribution to both project...
RICS urges land reclassification in Scotland to speed up delivery of new homes
THE RICS Construction & Infrastructure Market Survey for Q2 in Scotland has predictably shown a slump in activity in the midst of the Covid-19...
Barratt makes progress on sustainability goals
BARRATT Developments Scotland has announced that, despite the challenges of the past year, the business has contributed £245 million to the UK economy and...
Wills Bros Civil Engineering set to secure £152.7m A9 dualling contract
WILLS Bros Civil Engineering is set to be appointed to lead work to dual the A9 between the Tay Crossing and Ballinluig.
Fiona Hyslop, Scottish...
New initiative gives SME housebuilders greater access to finance
TRAVIS Perkins General Merchant has launched an escrow agreement with Close Brothers Property Finance to support SME housebuilders.
The move means SME builders can access...
Electric Heating Company marks milestone birthday with discount offer
THE Electric Heating Company (EHC) has announced plans to mark its 20th anniversary with a special birthday treat for customers.
Since its formation in 2005,...
Construction recruitment specialist appoints new director and launches new search arm
GLASGOW-based construction recruitment specialist Clarkson Owens has announced it is marking its most successful financial year to date with the promotion of Jill Davidson...

























