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A new hub for adventure, learning and community activities in East Dunbartonshire has taken a major step forward. Twechar Outdoor Pursuits Centre has been created on a previously derelict site beside the Forth and Clyde Canal. When it is up and running, it will be a base for canoeing, kayaking, padd

A major new partnership worth £24 billion between the Crown Estate and Lendlease has been agreed, which will unlock housing and science innovation hubs across the UK. The joint venture allows the Crown Estate to invest in Lendlease’s undeveloped UK land and land management portfolio, pro

A proposal has been submitted to demolish two existing buildings in Newington to make way for a new mixed-use development that will include 115 student beds and a commercial unit. Waugh Investments Limited lodged the application on May 1, seeking permission to redevelop 33-41 Ratcliffe Terrace. The

The Edinburgh Boiler Company (EBC) has reported a record turnover of £7.2 million after a successful transition into the renewables sector. The firm’s latest set of financial results for the year ended 31 March 2025 shows sales up 60 per cent on the previous 12 months’ figure of &p

Architecture practice Holmes Miller has promoted Joanne Hemmings to the role of project director. This well-deserved promotion recognises Joanne’s outstanding contribution to both project delivery and the wider practice. Her commitment to design quality and project excellence is evident i

Energy and sustainability consultancy Carbon Futures has unveiled a new strategic partnership with Octopus Energy, having been appointed by the energy provider as a Certified Assessor for the recently launched Zero Bills' building standard. Designed to fast-track the decarbonisation of homes, Octopu

Project managers in the UK have seen average salaries increase by 10% according to the latest Salary and Market Trends Survey by the Association for Project Management (APM). The average salary for a project management professional now stands at £52,500 – up from £47,500 in 2023. F

A construction manager who was the driving force behind a multi-million-pound transformation of a cultural landmark has been named the Chartered Institute of Building’s Construction Manager of the Year. Jason Hunt MCIOB faced stiff competition from dozens of finalists across a variety of categ

Law firm DWF has appointed Laura McCorquodale as a dispute resolution partner within its Edinburgh Infrastructure, Construction and Engineering team. Joining from Harper Macleod LLP, where she led the construction disputes team for the past five years, Laura brings experience in complex and high-val

Building services engineering body CIBSE has unveiled David Cooper MBE as its president elect for the 2025/26 term. A distinguished engineer with over 40 years of experience in the lift and escalator industry, CIBSE said David will bring unparalleled expertise and leadership to the role, advancing t

Tributes have been paid to the boss of a Highland construction firm, who passed away recently. Alfred (Freddie) Gairfield Melville passed away peacefully, with his loving family by his side, at Raigmore Hospital, on Tuesday 1st April 2025, aged 90 years.

Proposals by Abertay Housing Association to build 31 affordable homes in Dundee have been recommended for approval. An application was lodged last year seeking permission to build affordable housing on vacant land that sits between Clepington Road in the north and Kingspark School to the south.

From sponsoring epic charity challenges to match-funding personal fundraisers, Highland renewables firm RI Cruden is marking its 20th anniversary by giving back to the region it proudly serves. In celebration of this milestone year, the RI Cruden team is placing people and purpose at the centre of i

Following the collapse of Hadden Construction and confirmation that subcontractors stand to lose around £2 million, industry advocate Yosof Ewing — founder of Adjudicate.co.uk and speaker at this year’s Scottish Construction Summit — is calling for urgent legislative ref

The Scottish National Investment Bank will not be able to end its reliance on public funding unless ministers can make a case for UK Treasury rules to change, Scotland's Auditor General has said. The bank was launched in 2020 to independently invest in commercial projects that will help address the