Work begins on 50-bed Clarkston luxury care home
CONSTRUCTION work has commenced to deliver a new 50-bedroom care home in Clarkston, East Renfrewshire. The initiative marks the latest project undertaken by the...
Infrastructure commitment welcomed in Scotland’s Programme for Government
THE focus on infrastructure in the Scottish Government's 2020/21 Programme for Government has been welcomed by industry.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced that £500 million...
RIAS Awards 2017 winners announced
The winners have been announced for the RIAS Awards 2017.
The Royal Incorporation of Architects in Scotland (RIAS) announced 12 winners at its recent Awards...
RJ McLeod lands contract for new M9 junction
RJ McLeod has landed a major contract to create a new motorway junction that will open up direct access to the M9 for the...
Milestone reached in campaign to transform Paisley Museum
A fundraising campaign to support the work to transform Paisley’s museum into a world-class visitor attraction has passed the £1 million milestone.
The Paisley Museum...
CICV voices fears over introduction of new UK Conformity Assessed mark
THE Construction Industry Collective Voice (CICV) is urging the Scottish Government to intervene and help address concerns raised by construction firms over the introduction...
Innovation centre sets out new direction to progress built environment transformation
Built Environment – Smarter Transformation, formerly Construction Scotland Innovation Centre, has announced a new focus prioritising the sector's transition to zero carbon and improving...
Agile approach holds key to GBSS Civil Engineering growth
GBSS Civil Engineering is embarking on a fresh chapter following the formation of a new management structure at the High Bonnybridge-based firm.
New MD David...
Skills crisis causing ‘widespread disruption’ to UK building projects
HOMEOWNERS planning renovations, extensions or repairs should brace for delays and increased costs, according to new data from the Federation of Master Builders (FMB)...
CALA Homes (East) appoints new MD
CRAIG Lynes has been appointed managing director of CALA Homes (East), succeeding David McGrath who was named regional chairman earlier this year.
CALA Homes (East),...
Scottish Government explains why construction is continuing
THE Scottish Government has told Project Scotland that construction sites have been able to stay open amidst heightened Covid-19-related restrictions after developing guidance with trade...
Fifteen contractors appointed to £500m public sector framework in Scotland
FIFTEEN contractors have secured places on a £500 million framework to deliver new build, infrastructure and refurbishment works for Scotland's public sector.
The Public Buildings...
Kier launches new infrastructure division and confirms senior appointments
KIER has launched a new infrastructure division, which combines the group's Transportation and Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks divisions into one 'powerhouse' operation.
The move...
BM Group acquired by Forterro as part of expansion into the fenestration sector
DUMFRIES & Galloway-based BM Group has been acquired by European software provider Forterro as part of its expansion into the window, door and façade industry.
Founded in...
Refurbishment project leads to new chapter for Paisley library
PAISLEY'S new £7 million home of library services has opened its doors following a project to bring a formerly vacant unit in the town's...
NorDan UK expands into façade solutions with acquisition of RED Systems
NORDAN UK has announced the acquisition of RED Systems, a UK-based specialist in architectural glazing, curtain walling and façade systems.
The move marks a significant step...
Artisan buys Edinburgh’s Caledonian Brewery with 170 new homes planned
ARTISAN Real Estate has agreed terms with Heineken UK to purchase the 1.9-acre Caledonian Brewery in Shandon, Edinburgh.
The regeneration specialist has submitted a Proposal...
RTPI Scotland welcomes report highlighting ‘crucial’ role of town centres in post-Covid recovery
THE Royal Town Planning Institute in Scotland says it welcomes recognition in a government commissioned review that urban planning plays a 'crucial' part in...
Scottish Building Federation appoints new MD
THE Scottish Building Federation (SBF) has announced the appointment of Paul Mitchell as its new MD.
Paul, who has served as operations director since March...
Scotland’s Innovation Centre officially launched
THE vital role that innovation has to play in the Scottish construction industry was reinforced by Deputy First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon MSP in Glasgow when...
