McTaggart Construction, Smith Scott Mullan Architects, Harley Haddow and Scottish Borders Housing Association (SBHA) have marked the start of an exciting new partnership with a sod cutting ceremony at Linglie Road, Selkirk – the site of 27 new affordable homes set to address housing need in the Scottish Borders. The development, to be known as […]
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McTaggart Construction has officially opened Willox Park, a new development of 17 age-friendly and wheelchair-accessible homes in Dumbarton, delivered in partnership with West Dunbartonshire Council. The official opening was attended by the council’s convener of housing and communities, council representatives and the residents who now call Willox Park home. The event marked the completion of […]
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McTaggart Construction, one of Scotland’s leading social housing contractors, has donated £30,000 to Crossbasket House as part of its 80th anniversary charitable giving programme. The donation will fund the running of a family room at Crossbasket House for a full year, helping to provide a vital space where families can find a moment of normality […]
McTaggart Construction has completed the delivery of 48 energy-efficient affordable homes at Hebrides Drive, Dundee, as part of the ongoing regeneration of the Mill O’ Mains estate. The £9.34 million development was delivered for client Home Group in partnership with ORA Architects and Dundee City Council. It forms a significant component of the long-term regeneration […]
McTaggart Construction and the Melville Housing Group have marked the official start of construction works at the former Newbattle High School site in Easthouses, Midlothian, with a sod cutting ceremony on Wednesday 18th February. The event, attended by representatives from both McTaggart Construction and Melville, signals the beginning of a significant new chapter for one […]
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McTaggart Construction is proud to mark a significant milestone in 2026, celebrating its 80th year in business. Reaching eight decades of delivering high-quality construction projects is a rare achievement and testament to the company’s enduring commitment to the clients, customers, and communities it serves. Since 1946, McTaggart Construction has built a strong reputation across Scotland, […]
McTaggart Construction has announced significant social impact achievements for 2025, demonstrating the company’s ongoing commitment to building community wealth across Scotland through local employment, skills development, and supply chain investment. The contractor supported 93 people into work placements and created 46 new jobs, whilst delivering affordable housing projects across 16 Scottish local authority areas. The […]
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McTaggart Construction Supports British & Scottish Cycling Festival at Irvine Beach Ayrshire contractor provides essential infrastructure for 4-day Hogmanay cyclocross event attracting over 700 riders. McTaggart Construction, one of Scotland’s leading social housing contractors, based in Dalry, Ayrshire and Glasgow, has been praised for its support of the British & Scottish Cycling Festival held at […]
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McTaggart Construction is proud to announce the successful completion of a major upgrading scheme of 25 flats at Katherine Street, Craigshill, Livingston, West Lothian, on behalf of client Almond Housing Association. The project, which began on site in early January 2024, marks McTaggart Construction’s return to refurbishment work after a period focused on new build […]
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McTaggart Construction has completed a 41-unit affordable housing development at Fauldhead, near Kirkintilloch High School, delivering much needed homes for the local community. The completed development comprises 28 flats and 13 terrace houses, which have now been handed over to Hillhead Housing Association, the only community-based housing association in East Dunbartonshire. The new homes represent […]
McTaggart Construction is proud to announce it 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, going beyond the government minimum to provide fair […]
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McTaggart Construction is proud to announce the successful completion and handover of 11 high-quality residential properties at Lampson Road, Killearn, to Rural Stirling Housing Association (RSHA). This rural development represents a vital contribution to addressing housing needs in the picturesque village of Killearn, nestled in the heart of Stirlingshire’s countryside. The development comprises nine social […]
McTaggart Construction has announced the successful completion and handover of the first 57 Mid-Market rent homes at the Royston Road development. The milestone marks great progress in the 136-home project being delivered in partnership with Swan Group. The first residents have now moved into their new homes, creating the foundation of what will become a […]
Melville Housing to deliver 28 mid-market rent homes on former Newbattle High School site Melville Housing Group, through its Ironmills subsidiary, has teamed up with McTaggart Construction to deliver a new development on the former Newbattle High School site in Easthouses, Midlothian. This transformative project will create 28 quality, affordable and sustainable homes, addressing critical […]
McTaggart Construction is delighted to announce the successful completion of 33 new affordable homes at Cartha Crescent in Paisley for Williamsburgh Housing Association. This new development provides much-needed affordable housing solutions, and contributes to addressing the ongoing housing crisis in the region. The delivery of these 33 energy-efficient family homes was made possible through collaborative […]
Two turf cutting ceremonies marked the start of new investment and homes in the west of Dumfries and Galloway by the region’s largest social landlord. The events, on Tuesday, 10 June, with McTaggart Construction and Wheatley, were the start of work on two projects in Stranraer and Leswalt. McTaggart Construction is working with Wheatley Group […]
McTaggart Construction and West Dunbartonshire Council have joined forces to bring affordable housing and community benefits to Willox Park. This announcement marks collaboration on a 17-unit, client design led, affordable housing development, procured through Scotland Excel, that not only introduces new homes but also seeks to strengthen the local community. Knowetop, situated on 15.5 acres […]
McTaggart Construction, based in Ayrshire, proudly honoured the exceptional dedication and commitment of six long-serving employees, celebrating their 25-year service anniversaries during 2025. All six individuals have played a pivotal role in contributing to the valued reputation of this award-winning specialist affordable home builder. Managing director of the family-owned firm, Janice Russell highlighted […]
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At McTaggart Construction, our dedication to improving lives and enriching communities is an integral part of our DNA. Our commitment to community benefit is deeply rooted in the heritage, values, and ethos of our family firm. We firmly believe that constructing quality homes not only provides housing but also creates opportunities to positively impact lives […]
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Training manager Stephen Rodgers and CSR manager Ross Hammell McTaggart Construction has become the first and only homebuilder in Scotland to have been awarded Gold level membership of The 5% Club in recognition of its investment in developing new talent and providing training opportunities for young people. The presentation was made at a celebration event […]
We are delighted to share the news that managing director, Janice Russell was recognised for outstanding leadership in home building at this year’s Homes for Scotland Awards. The event was attended by more than 900 people from across the industry, and was held at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre on Friday, the 17th May 2024. […]
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We are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted as finalists in the Scottish Home Awards 2024 in an amazing six categories, as follows: Housebuilder of the Year (more than 100 units) Community Contribution Award Excellence in Sustainability Excellence in Customer Service Age Exclusive Development of the Year – Dalmarnock Riverside 3c – McTaggart […]
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