Dunbartonshire firm lands deal to carry out surfacing work across Scotland’s rail network
A Dunbartonshire-based resurfacing and civils firm has secured a major framework contract with Network Rail to provide surfacing services across its Scotland route for...
Town redesign project makes Scottish Design Awards shortlist
A community-led design project in a Fife town has been nominated for a Scottish Design Award.
The Kincardine places for everyone project has been nominated...
hub South West highlights support for SMEs since pandemic outbreak
HUB South West has highlighted its support for the 'resilient' SME sector since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Since March 2020, the organisation said...
Architects appointed to George Square design project
JOHN McAslan + Partners has been commissioned to reconsider the 'synergy and balance' between George Square and the surrounding streets in relation to contemporary...
SNIJIB: online tests provide ‘lifeline’ for firms looking to keep workers safe and compliant
THE Scottish and Northern Ireland Joint Industry Board (SNIJIB) has implemented digital technology which allows most plumbing and heating operatives to sit their health...
Scotsman who introduced football to Brazil to be honoured with statue
A sculpture is to be unveiled in Busby in honour of the man who first introduced football to Brazil.
Thomas Donohoe, who lived in the...
Housing association invests £80,000 to ‘future-proof’ Glasgow properties
WELLHOUSE Housing Association (WHA) has announced it is future-proofing homes by undertaking the part-demolition and rebuild of four properties’ verandas in the east end...
Conference to highlight space sector’s role in tackling climate emergency
THE space sector's contribution to tackling the climate emergency will be explored during a virtual conference organised by the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)...
Edinburgh eyes Melbourne-style approach to neighbourhoods
EDINBURGH councillors are to consider implementing a model which would ensure that all residents in the capital live within 20 minutes of council services.
The...
Robertson introduces facial recognition technology on major project
ROBERTSON Construction has deployed facial recognition technology on its National Robotarium project in Edinburgh.
The move will support contactless site entry for those working on...
Housebuilder appoints sustainability analysts to help drive green ambitions
CALA Homes has highlighted the firm's green credentials with the appointment of two sustainability analysts and a partnership with the Construction Scotland Innovation Centre...
New technical director to lead TÜV SÜD’s digital and BIM services
TÜV SÜD UK has appointed Dave Peacock as technical director of its Building Advisory Service.
Peacock has worked in the UK construction and property sector...
New £11m Highland flood defence scheme to protect over 300 homes
R.J. McLeod has commenced work on a new £11 million flood prevention scheme in the Highlands.
The Highland Council said that the development will protect...
School restoration project makes Scottish Design Awards shortlist
THE restored Ayr Grammar Primary School building has been shortlisted in the annual Scottish Design Awards.
BDP's Glasgow studio was behind the design of the...
Housebuilder supports Loanhead Gala Day
LOANHEAD Gala Day has welcomed a donation from local housebuilder Dandara ahead of the August event.
The local housebuilder is behind the new homes at...
Artisan strengthens Scottish management team
ARTISAN Real Estate has announced plans to strengthen its position in Scotland with the announcement of a new management team.
The developer is pressing ahead...
Infrastructure investment drives ‘surge’ in construction job registrations in Scotland
NEW research has revealed that permanent job registrations in Scotland's construction and property sector have increased by over 59% in the last 12 weeks,...
Paisley contractor appoints new group HSEQ manager
THE JR Group has appointed Colin Lafferty as its new group HSEQ manager.
The 40-year-old brings with him more than 15 years' experience, gained from...
New affordable homes ‘progressing well’ in East Calder
TAYLOR Wimpey East Scotland and Home Group Scotland have announced that work is underway on delivery the first of 69 affordable homes at their...
Energy saving conservation work underway in Edinburgh’s Old Town
RESIDENTS in Edinburgh's Canongate area could be in line for a 50% saving on energy emissions, the capital's council has said.
It comes as a...
