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Douglas McCormick WYG has appointed a successor to outgoing chief executive Paul Hamer as the project management and technical consultancy reported solid growth despite contract delays due to the UK general election.

James Forbes What price will we pay for cheaper heat? James Forbes from Burness Paull looks at district heating schemes, fuel poverty and regulation.

Michael Lucki Former CH2M chief financial officer Michael Lucki is to join the board of Balfour Beatty as a non-executive director.

An exhibition featuring the initial design concepts created by the five shortlisted architectural firms for the transformation of Perth City Hall into a cultural attraction are to go on show for members of the public. The building, which closed its doors to the public in 2005, is to be con

Site start for Ayrshire College refurb works LMA Architects were appointed as architect and principal designer by Ayrshire College to refurbish the hospitality suite within the Dam Park building on the Ayrshire Campus, to provide modern up to date facilities including classrooms, kitchens and a comm

Construction worker Joseph Mutungi is celebrating after winning the Kenyan lottery. The father of four became the second Lotto Power Draw winner this year, taking home Sh10 million (£75,000) in the Madaraka Day Power Draw.

Construction of the first phase of a 2,500-home development in the south of Elgin could begin later this year, subject to approval from Moray Council.

A brand new community of 834 homes – including 209 affordable homes – has been given the go ahead by East Renfrewshire Council.

A brand new community at Craibstone in Aberdeen is a step closer as CALA Homes has submitted a planning application for the landmark project’s initial phase.

A successful scheme matching employers and apprentices is set to be extended to Dundee.

An apprentice with Perth house builders Stephen has won yet another national construction award.

Construction firm City Building created a buzz about nature when it hosted an open day featuring honey bees, frogs and birds of prey at its Glasgow premises.

Wind power output in Scotland has jumped by almost 20 per cent on same period last year- powering equivalent to 95 per cent of all Scottish households’ electricity needs.

Planning submitted for new bespoke wedding venue

Staring at modern buildings and the 21st century’s urban landscapes such as the archetypal financial district can give you a headache, according to a new academic study.