Having spent the past decade with ISG Northern, latterly as regional managing director, Andy brings a wealth of experience to lead the firm’s commercial team.

The appointment is the latest in a series of strategic appointments as Hart sets ambitious growth targets to deliver significant developments for the public and private sectors throughout the east of Scotland.

Commenting on the new appointment, Andy Mallice, managing director of Hart Builders, said: “We are delighted to have Andy on board to lead our expanding commercial team and utilise his depth of experience in driving growth.”

Andy McLinden added: “This is an exciting time to be joining Hart Builders and I’m delighted to be working with such an ambitious team who are committed to delivering quality projects. Hart have a solid reputation and this is reflected in the healthy contract pipeline, which is set to grow.”