Pupils to help decide how to spend builder’s donation
HART Builders has donated £2,000 to Ayton Primary School, which is based close to where the firm is currently building phase one of a new...
Demand for construction staff remains strong – but skill shortages could impede projects
JOB vacancies for construction staff continued to rise strongly at the start of the third quarter, according to the latest Report on Jobs, published by...
New careers service launches to tackle ‘chronic’ shortages in roofing and cladding sector
THE National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) has announced the launch of a new careers service to help tackle 'chronic' skill shortages in the...
Work begins to transform ex-Leith industrial site into mixed-use neighbourhood
CONSTRUCTION has started on a new 99-home development which will transform a former industrial site in Leith.
Salamander Yards, which backs directly onto Leith Links,...
New Livingston housing development welcomes first residents
RESIDENTS have started to move into their new homes in Livingston following the completion of a project to deliver 20 sustainable properties.
The development, constructed...
First Minister formally opens “tremendous” Largs Campus
FIRST Minister Nicola Sturgeon has officially opened the new £52 million "ultra-modern" Largs Campus.
The Campus, which comprises Largs Academy, St Mary’s Primary and Largs...
Housebuilder provides first glimpse of plans for Killearn development
CALA Homes (West) has released CGI imagery showing the first glimpse of its proposals for a residential-led development on the grounds of the former...
UV light could be used in public buildings in fight against Covid-19
THE University of St Andrews and Ninewells Hospital are researching an ultraviolet light known as far-UVC to determine whether or not it can be...
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...
Three contractors in the frame for fifth section of the A9 Dualling Programme
THREE contractors have been shortlisted for construction of the fifth section of the A9 Dualling Programme from Pitlochry to Killiecrankie.
Balfour Beatty, Kier Transportation, and...
Shortlist revealed for 2016 Saltire Society Housing Design Awards
THE shortlists have been announced for this year’s Saltire Society Housing Design Awards.
The winners in each of the five categories, along with the recipient of the Saltire Medal,...
Stirling insulation specialist joins reusable pallet scheme
GLASS mineral wool insulation manufacturer Superglass is removing white pallets from its supply chain as part of its sustainability commitments by becoming an early...
Urban Union MD joins Abbeyfield board
URBAN Union managing director Neil McKay has been appointed to serve on the board of social landlord, Abbeyfield Scotland Ltd.
McKay, who has been at...
Timber frame specialist secures OSHA framework agreement
DONALDSON Timber Systems (DTS) has announced it has secured a position on the Off-Site Homes Alliance (OSHA) national construction framework for volumetric (CAT 1)...
Bancon appoints new finance director
BANCON Group has named Allan Clow as group finance director.
Mr Clow joins from CHAP Holdings, where he was also group finance director, and replaces David Cassidy who...
Clark Contracts supports SSE’s Glasgow operations with £6.6m office fit-out
PAISLEY-based Clark Contracts is in the process of completing a £6.6m CAT B fit-out of four levels within the Aurora Building at 120 Bothwell...
BAM appoints preconstruction director for Scotland
DAVID Carson has been appointed preconstruction director for BAM Construction in Scotland.
Based in the Stepps office, he will be responsible for managing BAM’s preconstruction...
Major milestone reached on £140m East Kilbride rail project
ENGINEERS working on the £140 million enhancement of the East Kilbride to Glasgow railway line have reached a significant milestone in the project.
Network Rail...
Final home sale marks key milestone for Aberdour site
THE final private home has been sold at a Fife development that has seen more than £6 million invested back into the local area...
Stirling roofing firm crowned Small Business of the Year
OLD Plean Roofing has been crowned Small Business of the Year at the Scottish SME Business Awards 2022.
Voted for by the public, the awards recognise...
