Meeting the modern university demands
A senior partner at Thomas & Adamson has said he believes the build of new student accommodation developments will be the biggest growth area...
Placing learners at heart of school builds is key
CARBON and quality are two of the main considerations when it comes to building modern schools in Scotland, according to Craig Bridges, strategic business...
Timber to take leading role in net zero schools
UK schools reportedly rack up a total energy bill of around £543 million each year, responsible for almost half of local authorities’ carbon emissions....
Construction sector urged to take waste seriously to avoid ‘turmoil’
A former site manager turned university professor has warned construction firms could face ‘turmoil’ in the near future unless they start thinking more carefully...
Landmark fenestration project gets underway in Falkirk
DOORS and windows manufacturer NorDan UK has revealed details of its role in the ‘largest fenestration contract in the history of Scottish housing and...
A bright future for Scotland’s town and city centres?
A number of leading architectural practices have told Project Scotland their views on what can be done to rejuvenate our town and city centres...
UK construction output at its highest level since September 2019
NEW figures released by the ONS have revealed that monthly output in the UK construction sector is at its highest level since September 2019.
Output rose...
Building Services specialist confirms latest apprentice intake
BUILDING Services contractor Arc-Tech (Scotland) has announced its intake of trade apprenticeships for 2022 with six recruits set to join the business this August.
The...
Tayside civils business moves to employee ownership model
A Tayside civil engineering contractor is adopting employee ownership in a move described as 'guaranteeing' the future of 130 jobs.
Kilmac Limited is being placed...
North Lanarkshire Council agrees deal to purchase The Centre Cumbernauld
NORTH Lanarkshire Council has agreed a deal in principle to purchase The Centre Cumbernauld as a 'first step' towards realising its vision for Cumbernauld...
Work complete on build of 283 flats in Dyce
OGILVIE Construction has completed the build of a housing development at Wellheads in Dyce.
The 283 flats were built in four phases and are a...
Cumnock’s community renewable energy project progresses
PLANS to create Scotland's first net zero carbon, energy self-efficient community in Cumnock have taken a 'massive leap forward', East Ayrshire Council has said.
It...
Proposals unveiled for build of ‘much-needed’ housing in Leith
CRUDEN Homes has unveiled proposals to deliver 'much-needed' housing in the Leith area of Edinburgh.
Located on the site of the former Edinburgh Carpet and...
Firm banking on goals in Scottish Highland Football League Cup semi-finals
THE managing director of the Highland League Cup's title sponsor has said he is hoping for a weekend of goals in the upcoming semi-final...
Cala Homes (West) partners with South Lanarkshire hospice
CALA Homes (West) has partnered with Kilbryde Hospice for the duration of its build on its new development in Jackton.
For every legal completion for...
DM Hall appoints new residential property director
DM Hall has appointed experienced property professional, Kirsten Nicolson, as residential property director.
To be based at the firm's Edinburgh office, Kirsten joins with 16...
Housing developer eyes creation of ‘gateway’ to Paisley town centre
A housing developer has revealed plans to create a new 'gateway' to Paisley town centre with the build of 67 new apartments.
Kelvin Properties' proposals...
Barratt Developments Scotland announces largest ever apprentice recruitment drive
BARRATT Developments has pledged to recruit 23 new apprentices in Scotland this year as it doubles down on investing new talent in response to...
‘Fundamental lessons to be learnt’ following report into Stonehaven derailment
A report into the fatal passenger train derailment near Stonehaven has found that Carillion did not undertake construction of a drain in accordance with...
Balfour Beatty posts operating profits ‘ahead of expectations’
BALFOUR Beatty has delivered operating profits 'ahead of expectations'.
The contractor has released its 2021 full-year results, which revealed a slight dip in total revenue...
