Borders Construction Forum

06/03/2026

The latest Scottish Borders Construction Forum newsletter is out now and can be found at:
https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/downloads/file/13962/borders-construction-forum-newsletter-march-2026-issue-14
Inside you'll find a call out for skilled tradespeople to sign up for national job opportunities, details of the skills taster days for S2 and S3 pupils hosted by Cruden Homes plus loads of information on skills training and help to get your business growing.

06/03/2026

Borders College Staff Upskill in Sustainable Construction

22/01/2026

Home Energy Scotland – Heat Pump Webinars

Home Energy Scotland’s Technical & Outreach team will be delivering two webinars across February and March in 2026. These webinars will focus on common queries around the adoption and use of air source heat pumps. With this being a broad subject, the first webinar will look at the journey when moving to a heat pump from an existing mains gas heating system, while the second will take a closer look at living with a heat pump and how to get the most out of it.
As the conversation grows in society around heat pumps, we’re keen to ensure everybody can benefit from Home Energy Scotland’s free, impartial advice. This includes homes where heat pumps have been installed through projects such as local authority-led area-based schemes and grant schemes such as Warmer Homes Scotland. So, whether you feel both sessions are of interest, or perhaps only one of them, please don’t hesitate to join us as we look to help people understand their options and their systems.
In recognising that people’s availability can widely vary, both webinars will be delivered twice each day; firstly, in the afternoon, before being repeated in the evening. Should anyone interested not be able to make these slots, please do ensure to sign up for the session(s) which interest you most. Anyone who registers for the webinars will be sent a recording of the session(s), the slide deck, and a copy of the Q&A session(s) which will follow each presentation.
We look forward to seeing you!

Webinar 1: From Gas Central Heating to Heat Pump Living
Tuesday 10 February 2026, 12 noon & 6pm.

Join our webinar to discover the benefits of installing a heat pump, how to have a smooth transition from gas central heating and the funding available to install.

To book, complete our Webinar 1 registration form here
https://r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/2PT0-M0O/confirmation

Webinar 2: Heat Pump Best Practice – A User Guide
Tuesday 10 March 2026, 12 noon & 6pm.

Join our webinar and learn how to get the most out of your heat pump. Whether you’ve recently installed one, or you’re considering it, we have practical tips to help.

To book, complete our Webinar 2 registration form here
https://r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/2PT0-M0P/confirmation

10/11/2025

Selkirk Rooftop Solar and Energy Event.

Find out how Selkirk Community can benefit from The Selkirk Local Energy Club, by Selkirk Regeneration - whose goal is to generate community rooftop solar energy, for local homes, businesses and our community.
Get one-on-one energy saving advice and tips, meet our Sustainable Borders Energy Advisors while enjoying a cup of coffee, tea, delicious soup and sandwiches.
Selkirk Parish Church Hall, Thursday 20th November, from 1.30pm to 5pm.
The Selkirk Local Energy Club, by Selkirk Regeneration, will be sharing information on funded community rooftop solar, for Selkirk from 2 to 3pm.

10/11/2025

Energy Advisor Wanted

Do you want to make a difference?

This is an exciting time to join Sustainable Borders. We plan to grow our team as we expand our activities to meet the needs of the Scottish Borders and tackle the inextricably linked issues of fuel poverty and climate change. We are looking for someone to join our team to help us deliver our Local Energy Advice Partnership - LEAP.

The role involves providing home energy advice and support to householders through a mix of home visits, appointments and drop-in advice in our office, at community events and in homes across the Scottish Borders. This will include support to help people struggling to heat their homes, advice on reducing energy and tips on making homes more energy efficient. You will also engage with our partners and other relevant external agencies to access further support for residents. Being part of our wider Energy Advice team, you will deliver events, talks and workshops to raise the profile of the service and educate people on saving energy. Full training will be provided.

Follow the link to apply: https://uk.indeed.com/m/viewjob?jk=0ac54165630c8dd5&from=serp&prevUrl=http%3A%2F%2Fuk.indeed.com%2Fm%2Fjobs%3Fq%3Denergy%2Badvisor%26l%3DSelkirk%252C%2BScottish%2BBorders%26from%3DsearchOnSerp%252Cwhereautocomplete%26sameQ%3D1&mclk=default&xpse=SoBO67I3rl5z4EWWZp0LbzkdCdPP&xfps=148dadd1-06fe-4206-9d2d-dccd2a607bfc&xkcb=SoCB67M3rl50EcTTpB0LbzkdCdPP

Informal enquires can be made to [email protected]

10/11/2025

Business Energy Scotland is hosting free expert-led webinars, including CPD-certified training on 27 November, to help Scottish businesses cut energy costs, boost efficiency and improve environmental performance.
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31/10/2025

Check out this job at McTaggart Construction: Construction Site Manager

This role is ideally suited to an experienced Site Manager with a background in delivering social & affordable housing projects, including flatted developments.

The ideal candidate will be/have;

Trade background and/or suitable academic qualification within the construction industry, such as HNC, HND, Degree or relevant level of SVQ, equivalent to SCQF level 6-7, combined with several years of relevant industry-related experience.

Ability to read and interpret construction plans and documents.

In-depth knowledge of construction processes, regulations, and Health and Safety standards and requirements.

Proficient in the use of construction management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Excellent problem-solving skills and time management skills.

Clear and effective communicator, in-person, via email and in meetings.

Able to set clear objectives for themselves and others (in line with the needs of the role).

Hold a current and valid UK Driving licence (essential).

Valid SMSTS and First Aid tickets (essential).

How to Apply

Email your CV to our HR and Recruitment Advisor at [email protected] or call 01294 832195 for a confidential conversation about this role

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22/10/2025

McTaggart Construction are looking to expand their Scottish Borders region supply chain to support upcoming affordable housing projects on behalf of Scottish Borders Housing Association.
As part of their supply chain growth they are hosting a project specific meet the buyer event at Scottish Borders Housing Offices on Thursday 6th November 10am -1pm

McTaggart Construction are actively seeking a full trade and labour only supply chain and actively seeking businesses with Newbuild experience and capacity for development 20-50 units.

On the day they will have members of their Construction delivery and Commercial team to discuss contract requirement and onboarding process.

The event is café style so you will have the opportunity to share information on your business and experience.
Please book a time slot via the link below as appointment only on the day . (Appointment are limited to 15 minutes ) Book here:

https://forms.office.com/e/LiAS0Mgt7T

Should you have further questions please don’t hesitate to contact Ross Hammell [email protected]

09/10/2025

Our newsletter is out now!

Inside you will find: supply chain opportunities from McTaggart Construction; register for free carbon passport training from BE-ST and find out about CITB employer funded training schemes.

There's also news from Borders College, South of Scotland Enterprise, Energy Saving Trust and Sustainable Borders.
View the newsletter here:
https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/downloads/file/13746/october-2025-newsletter

03/07/2025

Great News!
The MCS Certification Fund has been extended for the 2025/26 financial year. This grant provides heating engineers with funds to pay their first-year fees to become MCS certified on heat pumps (either air and/or ground source).​
The grant pays 75% of the certification fees up to a maximum of £1,000, and runs until the end of March 2026 or until all funding runs out.
Apply now before all funding is allocated.

The MCS certification fund will provide heat pump qualified installers with funds to pay their first year fees to become MCS certified.

16/04/2025

Join South of Scotland Enterprise, Borders College and HeatSource for this low carbon workforce networking event.
Attendees will hear the latest in national and local progress towards the low carbon and energy efficiency retrofit transition.
You’ll find out about opportunities for local supply chain now and in the future, and where to get training, advice and support locally and nationally.
We want you to come along and hear from local businesses that have taken advantage of the market opportunity in the transition to low carbon technology and energy efficiency and join discussions on what the barriers and challenges for you.
All welcome

Join South of Scotland Enterprise, Borders College and HeatSource for this low carbon workforce networking event.