Construction News

25/07/2017

Gowrie Care Appoints New Managing Director

Gowrie Care, part of the Hillcrest Group, has selected Joy Dunlop at it's new Managing Director.

Starting her new post this month, Ms Dunlop will take over from Damian McGowan and is responsible for leading Gowrie Care in delivering innovative support tailored to the needs of the people they work with.

-- Advertisement --

Recently, she worked as Corporate Services Manager for Hillcrest Housing Association which is the parent company of the Hillcrest Group.

Ms Dunlop has also held senior posts within Gowrie Care in the roles of Improvements Manager and Area Manager.

Speaking on her new role, Ms Dunlop said: "I'm excited to be taking on my new role with Gowrie Care. Having worked with the company for over 20 years I'm proud to be part of an organisation that puts people at the centre of everything we do to ensure that they receive the support they need to live a fulfilling life."

(LM/MH)

News Archive

Latest Construction News

15/04/2025

Key Milestone For Glasgow Student Accommodation...

Construction of a £70 million student accommodation development at 292-298 St Vincent Street in Glasgow has reached a significant milestone, with the building now visibly rising from the ground. Drone footage has captured the progress of the project, which is a partnership between developer Artisa

15/04/2025

Ofgem Prioritises Ready Clean Energy Projects F...

Energy regulator Ofgem is expected to confirm today (April 15) its finalised Connections Reform process, designed to expedite grid connections for renewable energy projects that are ready and crucial for achieving the UK's clean power targets for 2030 and beyond. The new connections system, anticip

15/04/2025

George Square Transformation Takes Significant ...

The ambitious transformation of Glasgow’s landmark George Square has moved into a tangible phase with the commencement of the erection of hoardings around the perimeter of the civic space. Starting today, the hoardings will enclose the Square for the duration of its 18-month redevelopment. The pane

15/04/2025

Kinardochy-Errochty Underground Cable Project C...

Members of the public are invited to attend a consultation feedback event to discuss the proposed infrastructure associated with a new underground electricity transmission cable between the Kinardochy and Errochty substations in Perthshire. The event will take place on Monday, 28 April, from 4 pm t

15/04/2025

Turner & Townsend Appointed To Borders Railway ...

Turner & Townsend have been appointed as project managers to develop a business case for the potential extension of the Borders Railway beyond its current terminus at Tweedbank to Hawick and Carlisle. This key appointment will enable crucial work to progress on the project, including feasibility s

15/04/2025

Scotland's Largest Community Solar Farm Approved

Arran Community Renewables, a Community Benefit Society based on the Isle of Arran, has secured planning consent for a 6 MW solar farm. The Glenkiln Solar Farm, located approximately 1km west of Lamlash, is projected to generate 5,600MWh of clean renewable energy annually from 2027. The £5 million

15/04/2025

New Route Map To Boost Community Benefits From ...

A new Route Map has been published by the Scottish Land Commission (SLC) to ensure communities across Scotland secure tangible and long-lasting benefits from nature restoration projects and investment in the country's natural environment. The practical guide is designed for landowners, developers,

15/04/2025

Procast Group Extends Scottish Footprint With N...

Award-winning principal contractor Procast Group has further expanded its presence across Scotland with the opening of a new base in Dumfries. The Hamilton-based firm has invested £30,000 in a new warehouse and office facility in the Maxwelltown Industrial Estate in Dumfries and Galloway, marking it

14/04/2025

Over 1,000 Affordable Homes Delivered In Glasgow

Glasgow City Council's Affordable Housing Supply Programme (AHSP) facilitated the completion of over 1,000 new affordable homes in the city during the past year, despite facing budgetary reductions at the start of the financial year. The initial grant of £78.687 million from the Scottish Government

14/04/2025

Scottish Water Launches Major Sewer Upgrade Works

A key phase of Scottish Water's £11.5 million project to upgrade a strategic rising sewer main connecting Renfrew and Glasgow is set to begin, resulting in a significant road closure. From Monday, 28 April 2025, Ferry Road in Renfrew will be closed to all vehicular traffic for a period of four mont