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It was a day at the races with a difference as a group of runners from Robertson took part in a charity fun run.

The Robertson Academy is a transformational approach to employee development.

A major new office development has been handed over to Clyde Gateway 

Construction is officially underway on a pioneering project designed to save Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s Hill House.

Robertson has been appointed to build two new hotels in Glasgow on behalf of Vastint Hospitality – next to the SSE Hydro.

Robertson held a topping out ceremony at the Poseidon P-8A Strategic Facility, near Elgin where we were founded over 50 years ago.

Robertson has challenged its young people to make the most of their opportunities and get involved to drive the industry forward.

Robertson has completed civil engineering works for a significant water mains project across two sites.

A group of Chinese university delegates has been welcomed to one of the Highland’s landmark construction projects.

Robertson has handed over a new hotel in the heart of Glasgow’s Merchant City, with the official opening set for this week.

Work has completed at the site of a new £1.1million transport hub at the University of Stirling.

We have started work on 50 affordable rented homes in Dunbar that will need no government subsidy thanks to a unique finance model.

Opening date of summer 2019 announced for TECA

Robertson’s most significant project to date has been awarded a prestigious civil engineering accolade.

Robertson celebrated after The Macallan project was the ‘winner of winners’ at the prestigious Structural Timber Awards.

Plans have been submitted to build a new hotel and student accommodation in St Andrews.

‘Inspirational’ approach to employee experience

Newcastle United Foundation and Robertson launches community enterprise programme

Keys handed over for the new Bellfield Centre, marking the completion of another hub project.

Scotland’s first new school in a generation opened its doors to the public as part of the annual Doors Open Days festival.

A key milestone has been reached at the Inverness Justice Centre

Robertson has pledged its support to a new service that will help promote workplace wellbeing in the construction industry.

Sod cutting ceremony marks the start of construction of new shared campus accommodating Hayshead and St Thomas Primary Schools.

New student accommodation is set to open its doors in Glasgow after Robertson completed construction work.

Scotland’s first brand new school in more than 20 years has celebrated a significant milestone.

Highland Council has taken receipt of its new Fort William office from Elgin founded builder Robertson.

Two of our graduates are celebrating their achievements after rising from interns to managing major civil engineering projects.

Robertson Group has begun work on a key project for the University of Edinburgh.

The Highland Council in partnership with the Scottish Government officially opened the new Gaelic Medium School at Portree

We have reported another year of solid growth across our 22 businesses.

The 150-bedroom Aloft Hotel structure has been completed. 

Construction started on four new industrial development plots in Oban.

New social housing development for older people at Spynie in Elgin

Construction of Irvine business park complete

Deputy First Minister John Swinney saw the progress being made on the £55m Inverurie Community Campus project.

A building on Gulson Road is being demolished to make way for a block with 462 rooms to house Coventry University students.

A new purpose-built high school under construction in Perth has played host to a group of modern apprentices from Hong Kong.

Centrepoint and Robertson launch new joint initiative to help disadvantaged youngsters in the North East

Construction is to begin on the £15 million Tullibody South Campus project, after Financial Close was successfully achieved. 

On 1st August, we celebrate Robertson Yorkshire & East Midlands on ‘Yorkshire Day’.

Robertson will lead a significant programme of refurbishment at one of Edinburgh’s biggest hospitals.

Client focus and sustainable order book drives in excess of 25% turnover growth for Robertson

Living by Robertson launched this week with its first development of apartments at Quayside, Ferry Village in Renfrew.

Aberdonian manufacturer Glencraft will supply over 800 mattresses for Robertson builds

​Robertson Property is developing plans for a 90-bed hotel and 99-bed student accommodation at Abbey Park, St Andrews.

Robertson is to serve as lead contractor on the new £10m hotel at Hamilton Park Racecourse.

Robertson Property has submitted plans for the proposed development of Hareness Road in the Altens Industrial Estate.

Robertson celebrated the launch of its latest education partnership with Perth Grammar at the school’s prize giving ceremony.

Work has begun on Scotland’s first purpose-built Justice Centre in Inverness due to be completed late 2019.

Robertson has received the EY Family Business Award of Excellence at a glittering award ceremony held at Gleneagles Hotel.

Commitment made to help a new generation of workers by Robertson at Vision Tameside

Robertson Homes won House of the Year at the Scottish Home Awards on Thursday 14th June.

Deputy First Minister John Swinney MSP, officially opened the new Baldragon Academy.

We have pledged its support to local Inverness-based charity, Mikeysline, which helps people experiencing mental health issues.

Robertson will build more than 300 homes on four different sites across the Raploch in Stirling after approval by councillors.

Students from Dundee and Angus College have spent the week with our team after winning a prestigious student challenge.

Work has started on Derbyshire County Council’s new state-of-the-art care centre and library in Belper.

Robertson in strong position as host of projects get underway

Robertson has completed work on a £4.95m community facility in the Auchinairn area of East Dunbartonshire.

Engineers of the future have completed an intro to the industry thanks to a partnership with the Constructionarium initiative.

Robertson has completed work on a flagship £140 million distillery and visitor experience for The Macallan.

Robertson employees are hoping to inspire younger generations in the North of Scotland to choose construction as a career path.

Residents who have gone behind the scenes of the restoration of the Spanish City Dome have been back to see the latest work.

Work will soon begin on a new affordable homes development at Cullen Drive in Glenrothes following approval from Fife Council.

NHS Orkney's The Balfour won silver in 'Best Healthcare Project' category.

Work has officially begun on the £55 million Inverurie Community Campus, after a sod-cutting ceremony led by Provost Bill Howatson.

Robertson Facilities Management wins new maintenance contract with West of Scotland Housing Association.

The construction industry is booming in Scotland, but the skills shortage continues to present a serious challenge.

Robertson Timber Engineering has been awarded £100,000 of support to design and develop innovative wood-based products and systems.

Demolition works are starting to enable work to get underway in Dundee that will transform the look of the Hilltown.

Robertson has underlined its commitment to tackling societal issues after completing work at the Social Bite Village in Edinburgh.

Robertson Yorkshire & East Midlands will deliver the first phase of work on a new £19m, 40-bed care home and library in Belper.

Cuningar Loop Woodland Park and Footbridge projects nominated for 2018 Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Awards.

Robertson strengthens in the central belt as we start a key project at 10 George Street in the capital's centre.

Engineering students at Edinburgh University secured a work placement with Robertson after lending their skills to a live project.

An official topping-out ceremony has been held at a pioneering new fish feed plant on the Isle of Skye.

Two young apprentices from Dundee have been given the opportunity to develop specialist skills with Robertson Specialist Division.

The restoration of Perth Theatre has been shortlisted for the CN Awards in the Project of the Year (£15m - £30m) category!

North Uist Primary School shortlisted for the CN Awards in the Project of the Year (under £15m) category.

Robertson Group welcomed the Minister for Employability and Training to one of its regional offices on Monday (March 12).

We are delighted that Robertson North West has been shortlisted for the LABC Excellence Awards (North West).

Robertson Homes is helping an RAF technician in Elgin to raise a significant sum of money to help children with disabilities.

We’re delighted to announce that the NHS Orkney project is a finalist in this year’s Partnership Awards!

The UK’s sustainability challenges will be addressed following the launch of a partnership between local authorities and industry.

We will construct a new £4.5m building on Inverness Campus to support growth in life sciences and technology sectors.

Laurieston Living in Glasgow could soon add more than two dozen new homes to the scope of its ongoing development.

We have completed work on a major innovation campus in Ayrshire which will support businesses across the region.

Students from Edinburgh College have taken their learning out of the classroom thanks to a partnership with Robertson. 

Planning permission for the next phase of the Pennywell Living development has been granted by the City of Edinburgh Council.

Robertson has started work on a new 150-bed hotel in Aberdeen.

Robertson Tayside has been recognised for its commitment to youth employment and development in Dundee.

The newly restored Dancing Ladies at Spanish City have been re-fitted as work progresses on the regeneration of Whitley Bay.

We have demonstrated our commitment to conserving wildlife by supporting the installation of otter reflective barriers in Killin.

Robertson Tayside will begin work to create a £15.5 million office block in the heart of Dundee’s Waterfront next month.

Robertson is currently regenerating the iconic Spanish City in Whitley Bay - returning the landmark Dome to its former glory.

Kenny Downs has been appointed finance director at regeneration specialist Urban Union.

Robertson Northern is starting work on a £3.6m contract to build affordable homes in the Midmills, Inverness.

A ceremony at the new Stirling Health & Care Village marked the final tiles being placed on the roof of the new Care Hub.

A ceremony marking a major milestone for NHS Orkney’s new flagship hospital and healthcare facility has taken place today.

New images have been released showing the progress of the new Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC).

Robertson Timber Engineering is proud to have secured Constructionline Gold and STA Gold Member status.

Robertson Facilities Management (FM), has won a five-year contract with Northumbrian Water Group (NWG).

Robertson Facilities Management has signed a new three-year contract with South Tyneside College

The largest hydrogen fuel cell installation in the UK has arrived at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre (AECC).

Our commitment to addressing the skills gap in construction has been praised by the Minister for Employability and Training.

Scottish Sea Farms’ £37m investment in an onshore hatchery is moving forward with construction now underway at its site near Oban.

Robertson has joined forces with the CITB and Job Centre Plus to offer ten people an introduction to the industry.

Robertson Facilities Management has won a one-year contract with global offshore wind leader DONG Energy.

We were proud to attend Bannockburn High School’s Annual Awards to celebrate academic and vocational achievements.

Construction workers in Dundee have undergone potentially lifesaving training in emergency life support.

We are proud and delighted to have been awarded the prestigious Gold Accreditation from Investors in People (IIP).

Robertson continues to experience growth in all its Group companies.

Robertson Property is to redevelop St Leonard’s House, Lancaster as student accomodation.

Robertson Civil Engineering has celebrated the official opening of one of its biggest ever projects.

Urban Union and Barton Willmore have submitted plans for the next phase of regeneration at the Pennywell Living development.

North Lanarkshire Council’s latest sod cutting event marked a new housing development at the former Old School Court in Coatbridge.

Robertson Partnership Homes, Redco Slackbuie Ltd and Caledonia Housing Association have submitted plans for 67 new homes.

Robertson Timber Engineering has won a record haul of contracts in the last 12 weeks – amounting to £13.2 million of new revenue.

Sod cutting ceremonies took place in North Lanarkshire this month, at two sites for Robertson Partnership Homes.

The Minister for Local Government and Housing praised our energy efficient, affordable homes when he visited Blackford.

Robertson North West has secured a £9m-contract to build a new Hunters Jaguar Land Rover Dealership in Chester. 

Classes paraded up the street in August to celebrate their first day at the new facility.

Glasgow’s Pollokshaws is set for its next phase of regeneration after developers Urban Union acquired land in the area.

Construction of the new world-class AECC has been recognised as beacon of best practice by the Considerate Constructors Scheme.

Students gain invaluable practical experience on site with Constructionarium

Robertson Northern is converting a listed Victorian school building in Fort William into modern Highland Council offices.

Robertson Partnership Homes is proud to deliver affordable housing at Methil Brae

Our work to refurbish cottages on Elgin High Street has been shortlisted for the Scottish Awards for Quality in Planning.

Robertson has sponsored a granite sculpted anchor designed by Scottish artist Lesley McKenzie and installed in Elgin's Cooper Park.

A ceremonial golden bolt has been fitted to the new School for Autism at Newfield, being constructed by Robertson North West.

Planning Permission in Principle has been secured for the regeneration of the Pennywell and Muirhouse Shopping Centre in Edinburgh.

JM Architects and NHS Forth Valley have presented the dementia-friendly design of Stirling Health & Care Village.

Robertson Homes has begun construction of the 145 homes in Backworth, which marks its second foray into the North East.

We are delighted to announce that Robertson won two of the evening's most prestigious awards at the Scottish Home Awards.

Robertson Facilities Management (FM) has secured a four-year contract with a total value of £1m with Cleveland Fire Brigade.

Chairman Bill Robertson has announced the young winner of the Ideal Candidate Programme at Elgin Academy.

Robertson has completed a £4.6 million waste depot project for the City of Edinburgh Council.

Robertson has commenced work on an 80-strong apartment scheme known as the Smokehouses in North Shields.

Robertson Property has appointed Ross McNulty as new development director.

Robertson Specialist Division has secured work for SSE worth around £560,000 – the first time it will serve as a main contractor.

Today, Robertson has joined the Buy Social Challenge, in addition to our membership of Social Enterprise UK.

Robertson Partnership Homes is working with North Lanarkshire Council to bring world class cycling to Motherwell.

Angus Council has applied for full planning permission for Holmes Miller's design for Ladyloan primary school.

Dundee construction workers take a break at health-themed event

We have completed Hilton’s second development in the Aberdeenshire area, in Straik Road, Westhill.

Monday 8th May sees the start of this year's Mental Health Awareness Week.

Yorwaste, the waste management and recycling specialist, has selected Robertson Facilities Management in a three-year contract.

The UK's tallest light steel frame building has reached its full height, and we marked the milestone with a topping-out ceremony.

We are delivering a new community facility for Auchinairn after being appointed as to construct the £4.95m building.

Building will get underway at Glasgow's new business district after project costs were approved by the board of Clyde Gateway.

Robertson Civil Engineering is working with Renfrewshire Council on the framework for roads-related structures.

Robertson North West has completed construction work on a new five-storey office block next to the Bolton Interchange.

Robertson Civil Engineering is preparing for its first projects as part of the Scottish Water Framework.

Our work on a flagship £6.5m office development in Bolton town centre is set to complete.

We have reached Financial Close with NHS Orkney to deliver a major investment in healthcare services in Kirkwall, Orkney.

Urban Union has joined the Considerate Constructors Scheme and encouraging others to follow suit.

We have just received a record number of awards at a prestigious industry ceremony!

Work on a £19m student accommodation project in Glasgow’s Collegelands has reached a key milestone with the steel structure erected

The new £8.1 million Sidlaw View Primary school in Dundee has been officially opened.

Whitley Bay’s Premier Inn is nearing completion as the finishing touches are made to the interior and exterior.

For property people, MIPIM in Cannes is without question the prime event of the year. 

This week a ground-breaking ceremony took place at the new football hub and community fitness facility in Sheffield.

We have submitted a planning application for a £40m development at Dundee Waterfront.

We will be delivering the construction of the shell and core for a brand new cinema at Bradford’s Broadway shopping centre.

The first of two Hampton by Hilton hotel developments has opened its doors in Aberdeen.

An opening ceremony has been held in North Uist for a new £8.8m school.

Craig Robertson joins Robertson Specialist Division as its new managing director, targeting a period of sustained growth.

Key partners involved in the development of the new Stirling Health & Care Village got together to cut the first sods.

Plans to build 163 homes on the site of two former Dundee multis have been recommended for approval.

Growing specialist regeneration company Urban Union has appointed Neil McKay as its managing director.

Barton Willmore have drawn up plans for up to 46 flats on a brownfield site at Royston, Edinburgh.

We have ‘welcomed robots’ to support our 10-strong team as we begin main construction works on Whitley Bay’s Spanish City Dome.

We recently welcomed students from York College to our Lawrence Street student accommodation site in York.

Within the Perth Theatre auditorium, ornamental plaster repairs are complete and high level decoration works are underway.

We are working with the Tomorrow's People charity in Edinburgh to support local young people with work experience placements.

Robertson Timber Engineering has recruited two new Technical Sales Managers – Andy Lewis and Cameron Scott.

Robertson is one of six firms to have scooped a place on Aberdeenshire Council’s £125m main contractor framework.

The first-floor ceiling inside the iconic Whitley Bay building has been removed, opening up magnificent views to the top.

Plans have been submitted for 138 affordable homes at St Machar Road, Aberdeen.

Robertson Civil Engineering has delivered a £1.4m infrastructure project at Montgomerie Park in Irvine.

As we celebrate our 50th year in business, we have hired our 2000th employee.

With Kingdom Housing Association, we will apply for planning permission for affordable housing in Newburgh.

Robertson Timber Engineering is now Willmott Dixon's sole supplier of timber frame products.

Urban Union to start work in Perth in partnership with Caledonia Housing Association and Fairfield Housing Co-operative.

The Kippen Dairy affordable housing development in central Alexandria has been officially opened by Housing Minister Kevin Stewart.

We are proud to have completed work on a major element of the £30m ‘Heart of the Campus’ project at Glasgow Caledonian University.

A special assembly marked the opening, with lively input from poet laureate for Barnsley Ian Macmillan, and cartoonist Tony Husband

Barton Willmore has submitted plans for a programme of affordable housing in Edinburgh.

We have started work on a storage and maintenance base for DONG Energy's Burbo Bank Extension offshore windfarm project.

Work starts on new Premier Inn hotel in Whitley Bay next to the famous Spanish City Dome.

Elgin has been transformed for the better after we removed electricity pylons that have dominated the skyline for decades.

Our Strathearn Gardens development in Auchterarder offers a picturesque local setting with access to an array of amenities.

We helped the cycling community in Angus with equipment and grounds maintenance for one of the areas major annual events.

We have reached a major milestone in an extensive programme of improvements at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI).

Henry Boot Developments has appointed Robertson as the main contractor for the new Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre.

We were delighted to see residents receive the keys to their new homes at a handover ceremony held at Methil Brae.

Two entrepreneurs from West Dunbartonshire have won funds to make their business dreams a reality after a Dragons’ Den-style pitch.

Half way through our 50th anniversary year, our North East business made its 50th appointment in the last two years.

We restored the Seaton Totem Pole, a popular community landmark in Aberdeen after it was falling into disrepair.

We have been named preferred bidder for a 25-year contract to supply FM services at the Aberdeen South of the City High School.

Robertson has been announced as the successful bidder for NHS Orkney’s new £65 million hospital and healthcare facility.

We have started a £12m contract of enabling works that will transform the University of Edinburgh’s Darwin building.

As this exciting project progresses, we aim to keep you posted on a regular basis regarding our work on site.

Robertson Partnership Homes held its 1st Regional Safety Meeting today on the site at Blackford for Hillcrest HA.

The young people in Robertson Central were rewarded for their hard work with a trip to GoApe in Aberfoyle.

Building a home using structural timber is fast, safe and sustainable. We use a crane-mounted timelapse camera to show you how.

We plant trees in celebration of Earth Day 2016 at Goldthorpe Primary School.

Robertson Facilities Management wins 2-year contract with East Renfrewshire Council

Our £12 million project for Fife Council, set to deliver 100 affordable properties, is showing great progress.

We have started work on an £11.5m student accommodation scheme in York after developer S Harrison appointed us as main contractor.

Robertson Energy Management is one of 16 suppliers on the RE:FIT scheme, aimed at reducing energy bills in the public sector.

Robertson Engineering Services has exceeded £10m in turnover for the first time, and makes three significant appointments.

Three of our projects were honoured in Edinburgh in April's CCS National Site Awards.

We have broken ground on a 30,000 sq ft, five-storey office project that will sit next to Bolton's new rail and bus interchange

New student residences University of the Highlands and Islands are now open on Inverness Campus.

Firefighters tackled challenging rescue scenarios in a training exercise at the site of the new Harris Academy in Dundee.