Robertson lands place on £1.5bn YORbuild framework

Robertson has been appointed to Lot 1 of the framework, covering projects valued between £10m and £30m.

The framework provides a compliant, transparent and efficient route for procuring major building projects valued at more than £10m. It covers a wide range of works, including new-build developments, refurbishments, contractor-designed projects, decarbonisation schemes, maintenance works and term contracts.

Alongside delivering value for money, the framework places a strong emphasis on social value, responsible procurement and creating opportunities for regional supply chains.

Robertson already has a place on the YORbuild3 Medium Works framework until April 2028, enabling it to deliver medium-sized projects valued between £4m and £10m. This includes the ongoing construction of a new £9m teaching block at Bingley Grammar School for Bradford Council and the recent completion of a new innovation hub for sustainable engineering and science at Chesterfield College.

Robertson will continue its focus on creating lasting social value through the new framework appointment. At Chesterfield College, the project created 28 local full-time jobs, supported 270 apprenticeship weeks and prioritised a local supply chain, generating £6.5m in social value under the National TOMs Framework. The site also achieved two perfect Considerate Constructors Scheme scores before going on to win Gold at the 2026 CCS National Site Awards.

Robertson is also supporting YOR4Good, YORhub’s community fund, through a range of in-kind initiatives. These include helping create a new sensory garden at Chesterfield College to support student wellbeing and improvements to outdoor spaces at Parkside Primary Academy, creating more accessible areas for pupils and providing new SEND outdoor equipment.

Jonathan Sizer, Regional Managing Director, Robertson Construction Yorkshire & East Midlands, said: “Our strong relationship with YORhub has helped us deliver high-quality projects across the region. Securing a place on YORbuild Major Works 2 means we can further build on the successful projects to date by supporting even more partners to achieve their ambitions while creating lasting value for the local communities and supply chains.”

Managed by East Riding of Yorkshire Council and Leeds City Council, the YORbuild Major Works 2 Framework is now live from July 2026. It will run for an initial four-year term, with the option to extend for a further two years, subject to YORhub approval.

Image: Advanced Engineering & Life Sciences building at Chesterfield College, delivered by Robertson through YORbuild.