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UK consulting engineering firm RSP Consulting Engineers LLP has been acquired by Drees & Sommer UK Ltd, it announced today. The strategic move by Drees & Sommer UK follows the recent acquisition of Johnston Houston, a Northern Ireland-based building and construction consultancy, in September

Housing sector training provider The Kingdom Group has successfully completed the acquisition of Competence Matters Ltd, a company renowned for delivering construction-related training courses and vocational qualifications since 2004. The senior leadership team at Competence Matters will remain at t

Work on Edinburgh’s first new concert hall in over 100 years has come to a halt after the project’s managers parted ways with the original construction firm. The 1,000-seat Dunard Centre, planned as a major cultural venue, was initially set to move forward under Sir Robert McAlpine, whic

Ayrshire-based Green Home Systems has reported a 208% increase in turnover, rising from £6 million to £17m for the year ending 30 June 2024. The company, specialising in domestic energy efficiency retrofits, attributes its growth to a strategic expansion of its services and partnerships.

Bield Housing and Care has announced the planned closure of one of its developments following the identification of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC). Following extensive structural assessments, it has been determined that the level of remediation work required to address the RAAC-r

At just 16 years old, Archie Laird from Kirkhill, Inverness, has already made a name for himself in the crane operating sector, demonstrating exceptional motivation and skill. Having embarked on a three-month training program at CITB’s National Construction College in Norfolk, over 500 miles f

A Dunfermline-based apprentice has praised the benefits of work-based learning, saying her apprenticeship has given her independence, confidence, and the opportunity to play her part in the construction of one of the country’s biggest education projects. Sophie Cormack is completing her Busine

Proposals to allow pupils to leave school at 14 for apprenticeships or college places have been criticised by the Plumbing and Heating Federation (SNIPEF) which called the idea “reckless, unworkable and deeply irresponsible” for industries that rely on safety-critical apprenticeships. La

St Andrews Timber & Building Supplies has strengthened its partnership with HSS Hire Group (HSS) with the opening of a rental facility at its Edinburgh headquarters. The firm is now able to supply tool and equipment hire at its Prestonfield branch, the move coming after the success of a similar

Real estate advisor Savills has made 26 promotions across its Scottish business. Effective from 1 March 2025, the promotions will see seven people move up to director level, five become associate directors and 14 taking on the role of associate.

The Scottish Government has confirmed more than £100 million funding to support Modern and Foundation Apprenticeships in 2025-26. Contracts will now be issued by Skills Development Scotland to employers, training providers and colleges for Modern Apprenticeship starts and learning providers fo

Avison Young UK has appointed Paul Broad to be managing director of its national offices team. Mr Broad, who boasts over 20 years of experience in UK regional office markets, has risen through the ranks at Avison Young, becoming a principal in 2022 and subsequently regional managing director for Gla

Cala Homes (West) has handed over its third and final roof donation to Social Bite following the sell out of its city centre Prince’s Quay development, bringing the total donated to £10,150. When the Glasgow development first launched in 2020, the homebuilder pledged £50 per every

Fife Council has committed to investing £19.5 million over the next ten years to help tackle the issue of flooding throughout the region. In addition, an investment of £9m over the next three years will help replace the council’s aging fleet including essential gulley tankers that

akp, the commercial interiors fit-out and refurbishment contractor, has appointed Gordon Cairns as pre-construction director.  This newly created role reflects the company’s continued growth and commitment to excellence.