Precast in the frame for net zero future
A precast concrete approach to constructing the building frame for the UK’s largest ever Passivhaus school has demonstrated the material’s potential for use in...
A career that lets you reach for the sky
By Berratt Wong, a graduate quantity surveyor at Kier Construction Scotland
I was born in Malaysia and growing up, there was a brilliant TV programme...
The circular economy is taking shape within the construction industry
By Scott Brewster, MD of Brewster Brothers
Is the circular economy just a fashion with too many people jumping on the bandwagon without any real...
Busting the myths around renewable diesel
With the UK Government setting the net zero target of decarbonisation by 2050 for all sectors, many industries are seeking a replacement for traditional...
How geopolitical uncertainty is impacting FX risk in manufacturing
By Eliot Bassett, MD at Lumon Pay, corporate division, a foreign exchange and currency risk management service
MANUFACTURING is one of the first sectors to...
Developing new homes for the future
By Ryan Fletcher, managing director at Cullross Ltd and senior director at architect practice, jmarchitects
I have been in and around building sites since I...
Procurement changes: double trouble or more ‘bang for our buck’?
By Claire Mills, Associate, Construction & Engineering Team, BTO Solicitors
THE procurement of public contracts in Scotland is now subject to two sets of new...
Seven steps to better cash flow management
By Lee Swinerd, Director, KPMG LLP
In the early stages of a business, cash flow is arguably the most important factor to consider. Indeed, one...
The whole economy reaps the benefits from new housebuilding
By Ash Sheikh, director of sales and marketing at Muir Homes, part of the Muir Group
I am sure I am not the only one...
Increased timber use can help meet carbon targets
Stewart Dalgarno, director of product development at Stewart Milne Timber Systems, discusses the role of offsite timber building systems in meeting net zero goals...
Technical transparency is vital in timber frame
John Mellor, senior product manager with Glidevale Protect, a producer of external wall breather membranes, explains what structural timber manufacturers need to know following...
Cautious optimism despite recruiting uncertainty
By Claire Sheerin, director of Hays Construction & Property in Scotland
RECENT research by Hays shows that the majority of construction employers are optimistic despite...
Seizing opportunities: a beginner’s guide to investing in Scotland’s property market
After Scotland’s property market faced an undeniably challenging few years with interest rate rises, there finally appears to be some light at the end...
Our oceans can power the world
By Darren O’Mahony, director, Causeway Geotech
IN the midst of a global energy crisis, the escalating cost of living affects everyone. Recent events have exposed...
Getting the most out of your marketing post-Covid-19
Rachel McHugh, MD at creative marketing and PR agency, Clear B2B, shares her thoughts on how those in the building and construction industry can...
Unlocking the lockdown– the twofold challenge facing construction industry
By Lesley McLeod, CEO, The Association for Project Safety
The need for construction hasn’t disappeared while we have all be stuck at home. People are...
Speeding up installation without losing quality
Allen Coldrake, director at waterproofing system specialist Carlisle Construction Materials, discusses the need to consider installation benefits to deliver faster construction programmes and clarity...
Today’s school leavers can spearhead sector’s future
By Lauren Brown, project manager, Developing the Young Workforce West Lothian regional group
CAREERS in the construction industry still hold great interest for young people...
Are women breaking the architecture ‘glass ceiling’ in 2025?
By Laura McCrossan, associate director, Aitken Turnbull Architects
WOMEN are steadily gaining ground in UK business, with the 2025 FTSE Women Leaders Review reporting that...
The evolution of bathrooms
Bathrooms have evolved into stylish and welcoming spaces, and it’s remarkable to consider how far we’ve come from avocado suites and pink fluffy carpets....
