Residents move into ‘stunning’ £11.3m Roslin housing development
RESIDENTS have revealed their delight at moving into a 'stunning' new £11.3 million energy-efficient housing development in Roslin.
The 62-home Wheatley development was built by...
Construction firms urged to prioritise long-term strategies despite immediate cost challenges
A new report from Turner & Townsend warns construction firms against short-term thinking which could 'derail' vital, long-term strategic priorities.
The professional services firm’s Autumn 2023...
Barratt hails ‘strong’ performance in ‘challenging’ environment
BARRATT Developments has hailed a 'strong operational performance in a challenging operating environment' after the housebulder released its annual results for the year ended...
‘Unique’ office at historic Stirling hospital marketed for let
A 'unique' office over two levels in the east wing of Stirling’s Cowane’s Hospital is being marketed for let by DM Hall.
Situated just below...
Barra Energy relocates to Aberdeen west end office
KNIGHT Property Group has secured Barra Energy as its latest tenant at 1 St Swithin Row, in Aberdeen’s west end.
The company has agreed a...
‘New and improved’ exoskeleton tipped to help prevent construction-related injuries
HILTI has announced the launch of a 'new and improved' version of its wearable EXO-O1 skeleton, the EXO-S, which offers relief for above shoulder...
Shortlist announced for 2023 Structural Awards
THE renovation of Big Ben, Battersea power station, York Guildhall, and the Weston-Super Mare SEE Monster installation are among the projects in contention for...
East Dunbartonshire firms urged to join Trusted Trader scheme
PLUMBERS, builders, and electricians are among those being urged to sign up to the East Dunbartonshire Trusted Trader scheme.
Recently launched by East Dunbartonshire Council,...
Snagging work ‘progressing well’ on Cairngorm funicular railway
THE Cairngorm funicular railway is expected to be back in operation at some point this month, the Highland and Island Enterprise (HIE) has said.
An...
Winchburgh rail link could boost Scotland’s net zero ambitions
LINKING Scotland's fastest-growing town to a major railway line could remove almost half a million cars from central belt motorways and boost the nation's...
New customer portal tipped to help firms secure larger contracts
A new customer portal has been launched by BigChange to allow plant hire, engineering, and construction contractors to give their customers an easy way...
Scotland’s brightest young sparks rewarded for their talent
TWO young electricians have been recognised for their talent at the Scottish Joint Industry Board (SJIB) Apprentice of the Year Awards.
John Baxter lifted the...
Second programme launches for STEM returners
A return-to-work programme has been reopened for the second time with new opportunities in Glasgow.
Last year, Binnies, an RSK company, launched the STEM Returners...
Ex-Aberdeen care home among 25 lots set to go under the hammer
SHEPHERD Chartered Surveyors’ latest commercial property auction will feature 25 properties and development land across Scotland going under the hammer.
Amongst the lots for sale...
JR Scaffold operations director shortlisted for NASC President’s Award
JR Scaffold operations director Kellyanne Conway has been shortlisted for the National Access & Scaffolding Confederation (NASC) President’s Awards.
Winners will be announced at a...
New cladding legislation announced in Scottish Programme for Government
PROGRESS to identify, assess and fix unsafe cladding on Scotland’s medium and high-rise multi-residential buildings will be 'accelerated', under plans announce in this year’s...
SPF claims we are ‘simply not building enough homes across all tenures’ in Scotland
THE Scottish Property Federation (SPF) has claimed the Scottish Government's intention to bring forward a housing bill with provisions for rent control fails to...
CLC establishes RAAC technical expert panel and offers support to UK Government
THE Construction Leadership Council (CLC) has offered its support to the UK Government and building owners to address problems associated with the historic use...
New procurement competition launched for A9 dualling between Tomatin and Moy
THE Scottish Government has launched a new procurement competition for the dualling of the A9 between Tomatin and Moy.
The contract notice for the construction...
Laying the foundations: how work experience can propel a career in Scottish housing
By Kieran Sexton, commercial director at AS Homes (Scotland) and Briar Homes Ltd
Scottish Housing Day takes place next week, with the theme of 'celebrating...
