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Multidisciplinary engineering consultancy Harley Haddow has launched an in-house geotechnical and geoenvironmental capability, led by new senior engineer Conor Fitzsimmons. The development enhances Harley Haddow’s ability to assess and manage below-ground risks from the very start of a project

Lar Housing Trust has appointed Stuart McLaren to the role of managing director of its development subsidiary. He was previously development director of Lar Projects Ltd and takes up his new position with immediate effect. He will also remain a director of Lar’s other subsidiary, Lar Operation

The winners of the 13th annual Trades Awards were announced last week, recognising the outstanding individuals, teams and projects in the North‑east construction industry. The black‑tie ceremony, held at Ardoe House, brought together industry professionals to celebrate excellence, innovation and

McTaggart Construction has been officially accredited as a Living Wage employer, with the recognition being celebrated during Living Wage Week. The Living Wage accreditation demonstrates McTaggart Construction's commitment to ensuring all employees earn a wage that meets the real cost of living, goi

New drone footage has revealed significant progress at the site of Barrhead’s new £18.3 million Balgray station.

A new report by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) has revealed a slowdown in global demand growth for sustainable buildings and a concerning lack of progress in carbon measurement across construction projects.

The demolition of a former fire station and pump house in Musselburgh got underway yesterday. The building on Station Road has been deemed a health and safety risk following an extensive review process.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has launched a consultation on proposals to improve the application of the Control of Asbestos Regulations and guidance around asbestos management to help protect workers and building users. The proposals aim to enhance protections in areas where asbestos remain

Aberdeen City Council has reported significant progress across multiple capital projects under its £150 million City Centre and Beach Masterplan, as well as a series of community, education, and heritage developments citywide. Key works continue at the beachfront, Union Street Central, and the

Three rising stars of industry were among five Scottish winners at the 13th annual Engineering Construction Industry (ECI) Training & Development Awards at Glaziers Hall in London. Fallon Campbell, Michael Horgan and Annalise Clark each picked up an award at a prestigious ceremony to honour the

Metal Technology’s Passive House range of windows, doors, and curtain walling is making a significant impact across education and student accommodation projects throughout the UK and Ireland, offering exceptional thermal insulation and airtightness. Notably, the company’s Passive House s

Edinburgh-based Peace Recruitment is marking one year since its management buyout (MBO) with a period of strong growth, strategic hiring, and renewed focus on supporting Scotland’s construction, property and engineering sector through specialist recruitment solutions. Over the past year, Peace

West Lothian firm John Heaney Electrical (JHE) has increased its sponsorship of local Scottish Premiership club Livingston. The electrical, mechanical and HVAC specialist has been a long-time supporter of the Lions, with this season seeing the company name proudly emblazoned on the first-team squad&

Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) has appointed contractors George Leslie Ltd to construct a new slipway and improved passenger facilities on the island of Great Cumbrae.

Persimmon Homes’ Brucefields development in Stirling has been crowned Scotland’s safest large construction site, after winning the Best Large Site Award at the Homebuilder Safety Awards 2025. The inaugural national awards ceremony, held in Birmingham, brought together the very best in UK