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Sector body Homes for Scotland (HFS) has announced Jane Wood as its new chief executive with effect from June 1. Jane joins HFS from BT where she was group UK nations and regions director and a member of the BT Scotland board, responsible for managing relationships with public bodies, politicians an

Hardies Property & Construction Consultants has secured Investors in People Platinum Accreditation and Young Investors in People Gold Accreditation, demonstrating its commitment to exceptional performance through good people management. The Platinum Accreditation is the highest accolade that can

Construction works continue to progress at the £7.4 million Paisley Learning & Cultural Hub as Arc-Tech (Scotland) commences the M&E installation. The new facility, located on High Street in the town centre, comprises the repurposing and reconfiguration of former retail premises into a

Thermal imaging survey company IRT Surveys has appointed Lisa Cairns as business development manager. Ms Cairns has a wealth of experience in data aggregation and monitoring, software, and IoT solutions for the energy, renewable energy and construction sector, specifically in small-scale renewable e

If anyone can spot a really good career opportunity, it’s a recruitment consultant – which is why former selection specialist Jaclyn Duff is now making great progress in the ranks of Persimmon Homes. Just four years ago, Jaclyn worked as a construction industry recruiter, matching workpl

Holmes Miller has strengthened its senior team as it continues to grow with the promotion of seven staff across its Glasgow and London offices. Matt Heaney has been promoted to project director in recognition of his contribution to the growth of the residential sector with a particular focus on Late

Resurgence in demand as weight of capital chasing the student sector continues to grow, according to Chris Macfarlane, director of Lismore Real Estate Advisors. The Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) market is one of the fastest growing sectors in the UK and is currently witnessing strong de

A proposed development of 350 new homes on the outskirts of Ayr could be supported by a new underpass under the A77. Property consultancy firm Iceni Projects has submitted a planning application in principle to South Ayrshire Council on behalf of James Craig Ltd for the proposal.

The Scottish Government has identified six islands that will be supported to become carbon neutral by 2040. Selected in collaboration with local authorities and island representatives, the islands included as part of the Carbon Neutral Islands project are - Hoy, Islay, Great Cumbrae,

A decision to refuse plans for an A9 roadside services development outside Dunblane has been upheld by the Scottish Government. Developer GB Grove Ltd had planned to deliver a filling station, HGV truck stop, amenity building with rest area, toilet and shower facilities and two units for u

The winners of the RICS Awards 2022 in Scotland have been revealed and some of the most impressive recent building projects from the local area are on the list. Canonmills Garden in Edinburgh has won the residential project award, while Provost Skene's House in Aberdeen won the heritage award and Ca

The Lomond Group of estate agencies spanning England and Scotland has unveiled that it has joined forces with Propertymark to deliver a ground-breaking training and development strategy. It has sealed a major new agreement designed to nurture the home-grown talent of its 1,000 people employed across

Chartered fire engineering consultancy Brooker Diamond has strengthened its façade engineering division with four new appointments in response to rising demand. The quartet of hires is part of a strategic growth plan as the Cumbernauld-based business responds to a growing need for its service

Solicitors and estate agents McDougall McQueen has opened its new Midlothian Property Hub in Dalkeith. The Property Hub by McDougall McQueen is a new concept in property services with estate agency at the heart of the business, and a hub providing an integrated approach to everything connected to bu

Senior pupils from two Highland secondary schools have gained an in-depth understanding of the construction industry thanks to a new immersive training programme. Five students from Dingwall and Charleston Academies recently took part in the three-week Journey into Construction course with Simpson B