New report shows Scotland seeing ‘fewer but higher-value’ construction projects
A new report has highlighted that Scotland remains a 'top market' outside of London for the construction sector.
The UK and Ireland’s construction market is...
Glasgow City Deal contractors praised for giving opportunities to locals
LOCAL people are benefiting from 336 employment opportunities through the Glasgow City Region City Deal, it has been revealed.
Figures show that city deal contractors...
New flooring system tipped to be ‘game-changer’ for Scottish builders
FIFE-based specialist flooring contractor Advanced Traditional Screeding (ATS) has announced it is launching a new division with a ‘game-changing’ flooring system for Scottish housebuilders.
The...
Scottish parents hold positive view of construction apprenticeships for their children
NEW research from the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has revealed that construction tops Scottish parental preferences for their child’s career path and apprenticeships...
FMB celebrates Women in Construction Week with call to open doors wider across sector
THE Federation of Master Builders (FMB) is marking this year’s UK Women in Construction Week by calling on small building firms to consider how...
New £5.8 million bridge opens in Fife
THE £5.8 million Mountfleurie Bridge has officially opened over the Levenmouth Rail Link between Kirkland and Mountfleurie.
The 100‑metre active travel crossing reconnects communities, schools,...
Greenock firm to lead second phase of Clune Park demolition
DEMOLITION is back underway at Clune Park as contractors begin phase two of clearing dangerous buildings within the Port Glasgow estate.
Work to clear the...
Drum crowned Property Company of the Year
DRUM Property Group was crowned Property Company of the Year at the 2026 Scottish Property Awards in Glasgow.
Judges highlighted the firm's involvement in 'market-leading' transactions...
Next phase for £4m project on railway between Dunblane and Bridge of Allan
NETWORK Rail is to move onto the next phase of its £4 million project to improve the railway between Dunblane and Bridge of Allan...
NFRC marks official launch of Future Roofing programme at Prestwick Academy
THE National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) has celebrated the official opening of the Future Roofing programme at Prestwick Academy.
Future Roofing builds on the trial...
Housebuilder tees up defibrillator donation at Nairn Dunbar Golf Club
SPRINGFIELD Properties has donated two defibrillators to Nairn Dunbar Golf Club in support of the club’s fundraising efforts to enhance on-site and community safety.
The...
Scotland’s railway set for £7.2m of improvements over Easter
A £7.2 million package of engineering work will be delivered across Scotland's railway over the Easter weekend and throughout April.
The period has been identified...
Fife event will educate tradespeople about solar opportunities
A free event is taking place at Fife College’s Dunfermline campus in March to help students, tradespeople, and apprentices learn out more about 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,...
Hardies hails success of newly qualified chartered surveyors
HARDIES Chartered Surveyors is celebrating the achievements of seven newly qualified chartered surveyors who have passed their Assessment of Professional Competence (APC).
The seven comprise...
‘Exceptional’ shortlist unveiled for 2026 RIAS Awards
AN outdoor swimming pool, a 15th century tower house and doocot, and an Arbroath arts studio are among the projects shortlisted for the 2026 RIAS...
CITB’s NCC Ofsted rating reflects ‘rapid and sustained improvements’
THE Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has revealed its National Construction College (NCC) has received a rating of ‘expected standard’ across all key judgement...
Build of new affordable homes underway in Larkhall
BUILDING Craftsmen Dumfries has commenced the construction of 21 new affordable homes in Larkhall on behalf of West of Scotland Housing Association (WSHA).
Located on...
Council sells inner-city Glasgow site for build of 112 homes
MORE than 100 homes are to be built in Glasgow following the sale of an inner-city site to Wheatley Homes.
Glasgow City Council's sale of...
Foundation works are a towering triumph in Edinburgh city centre
WILL Rudd Edinburgh has marked an early milestone in the redevelopment of a block in Edinburgh’s city centre, having completed 'complex' foundation works to...
