UK construction activity tipped for growth, but uncertainty rises
NEW research has revealed that the key drivers of 'cautious growth' in UK construction remain similar to three months ago but the economic risks...
New images highlight Wester Hailes net zero carbon development progress
NEW images have been released detailing the progress being made on the Wester Hailes net zero carbon affordable housing development in Edinburgh.
Located at the...
Building engineering workers agree three-year wage deal
UNITE the union and building engineering services employers have agreed a three-year pay deal for operatives, described as being worth almost 10% over its...
Balfour Beatty updates sustainability strategy
BALFOUR Beatty has announced an update of its Building New Futures Sustainability Strategy.
The contractor explained the strategy ensures a 'holistic approach' that addresses the...
476-home Edinburgh BTR neighbourhood reaches practical completion
ROBERTSON Construction Central East has delivered a further 139 homes for build to rent (BTR) developer and operator Moda at The McEwan, a wellbeing-focused...
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...
Contractor sought for ‘biggest overhaul’ of Glasgow area since the 1970s
GLASGOW City Council is seeking a contractor to lead what it says will be the 'biggest overhaul' of the east side of Argyle...
First phase of £50m Aberdeen beachfront revamp completed
THE first phase of a £50 million redevelopment of Aberdeen Beach has officially been opened today.
Hub North Scotland is delivering the redevelopment of the...
Center Parcs submits plans for first Scottish resort
CENTER Parcs has submitted a planning application to the Scottish Borders Council for the build of its first holiday resort in Scotland.
The £350-400 million...
SFHA calls for common design standard to ensure Scottish homes are fit for the...
A new report has warned that too many homes in Scotland are unfit for an ageing population.
In its Homes Fit for the Future report, the...
Flagship Edinburgh development wins net zero accolade
THE City of Edinburgh Council and CCG (Scotland) have been recognised for their approach to collaboration in the delivery of net zero homes after...
Historic cinema set for new lease of life after £2m revamp
EDINBURGH'S iconic Filmhouse cinema is set for a new lease of life following a refurbishment project carried out by Clark Contracts.
Completion of the £2 million...
Dundee woodland project wins major accolade at Exemplar Sustainable Building Awards
A co-living home for two households in a woodland garden near Dundee has won a major accolade at the Exemplar Sustainable Building Awards (ESBA),...
Construction complete at 551-unit Glasgow PBSA development
GRAHAM has completed the build of a 551-unit purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development on Bath Street in Glasgow city centre ahead of the new...
Borders groups back ‘once-in-a-generation’ luxury lodge development
PROPOSALS for a luxury holiday lodge development have received the backing of a group of key organisations, as well as Scottish Borders Council planning...
Plans unveiled for major revamp of Glasgow’s Buchanan Galleries
PLANS have been submitted to Glasgow City Council for the revamp of Buchanan Galleries by owner Landsec.
The firm's proposals, created in collaboration with Threesixty...
CCG poised to lead £100 million Wyndford regeneration
CCG (Scotland) has announced it has been awarded preferred tenderer to provide primary contractor services for the £100 million regeneration of Wyndford in Maryhill,...
Number of SME housebuilders in Scotland falls to lowest level in 20 years
A new report has revealed that the number of small and medium size (SME) housebuilders in Scotland has fallen to its lowest level in...
Roofing contractors remain optimistic despite ongoing challenges
NEW research has found that roofing contractors are enduring mixed fortunes at the moment, with 'stagnating' workloads and new enquiries, but also signs of...
Plans approved for 410-bed student complex in Glasgow’s Anderston area
GRAHAM Investment Projects has secured planning consent from Glasgow City Council to deliver a 410-bed purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) development in the city’s Anderston...
