Big-hearted civils contractor comes to the aid of Glenrothes sports and health hub
ADVANCE Construction has come to the rescue of Glenrothes Community Sports and Health Hub following an 'urgent request' for help to complete their building.
The...
Dunfermline fit-out specialist lands major Glasgow BTR project
DEANESTOR has secured a £3.1 million contract from Robertson Group to manufacture and install kitchens and wardrobes for a new £80 million build-to-rent (BTR)...
Avant to deliver £57 million Robroyston development
SCOTTISH housebuilder Avant Homes has announced plans to deliver 167 new homes after purchasing 17 acres of land in the Robroyston suburb on the...
Graduate apprenticeships have key role to play in Scotland’s economy
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By Jen Henderson, head of talent partnerships at Heriot-Watt University
Graduate Apprenticeships are a key way to develop and retain skills and talent for business...
LinkedIn group created for construction conflict avoidance community
THE RICS has created a LinkedIn Group which focuses on bringing together like-minded professionals who recognise the benefits of working collaboratively to avoid conflict...
Roof tile manufacturer sets £50,000 charity target
LOCHMABEN-based roof tile manufacturer Russell Roof Tiles (RRT) has set a target of raising £50,000 for good causes this year.
Called 'Give 4 Good', the...
Work begins on ‘once in a generation’ opportunity at Candleriggs Square
GRAHAM has announced that work is underway on the delivery of the £62 million Candleriggs Square project in Glasgow.
The contractor said the project is...
Nairn land with planning permission in principle for 300 houses goes on the market
SHEPHERD Chartered Surveyors has announced it is marketing residential development land for sale with planning permission in principle for 300 houses in Delnies, Nairn.
This...
Up to 500 Scottish workers to be trained on green construction skills
CONSTRUCTION Scotland Innovation Centre (CSIC) has revealed plans to expand its Low Carbon Learning programme with the launch of a second programme focused on...
Thomas & Adamson appointed to landmark Glasgow carbon neutral office project
THOMAS & Adamson has announced it has been appointed to provide cost management services on Glasgow's 150 St Vincent Street – with plans to...
Free guide aims to help Scottish construction firms drive digital capabilities
THE Scottish Construction Leadership Forum (CLF) is launching a new guide designed to help construction companies access funding and business support to help improve...
Training provider delivers funding boost to help colleges deal with rising material costs
TRAINING provider the Scottish Electrical Charitable Training Trust (SECTT) has provided £54,000 of additional financial assistance to help facilities hit with 'spiralling' materials costs.
The...
Scottish Water receives award for diving procedures
SCOTTISH Water has received an award from the Association of Diving Contractors (ADC) UK in recognition of its work to improve diver safety.
The utility...
Construction needs to build workforce for challenges ahead
By Joanne Hadwin, head of HR at the Cruden Group
SCOTLAND'S construction industry carries a huge responsibility. Not only is it being called upon to...
Glencoe Folk Museum redevelopment work gathers pace
DESIGN work has been described as 'rapidly advancing' on Glencoe Folk Museum’s £1.3 million lottery-funded redevelopment, scheduled to open next year.
Peter Drummond Architects and...
Contract awarded for £16.9m Ravenscraig bridge build
STORY Contracting has been awarded a £16.9 million contract to carry out the build of a new bridge as part of works to upgrade...
Housebuilder’s donation helps local community to flourish
RESIDENTS in Danderhall have welcomed a £1,000 donation from Stewart Milne Homes, which has been used to create allotment space, flowering gardens and wildlife...
Dunbar bear sculpture to be lit up again following vandalism
A generous offer from an external lighting manufacturer is set to see The DunBear - the sculpture of a brown bear beside the A1...
Plans for build of ‘global attraction’ in Dundee move forward
PLANS for the creation of a 'global attraction' in Dundee have taken a step forward following the agreement to complete detailed development design and...
Edinburgh’s built heritage benefits from decade of development
JUST two of Edinburgh's A-listed buildings will remain 'at risk' once current or planned restoration work is complete, the capital's council has revealed.
In 2012,...
