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Westercraigs (Robertson Homes)
Slackbuie (Tulloch Homes)
As detailed in the previous newsletter, this site presented very particular challenges with regards to the remediation of contaminated ground. Through careful planning and collaboration, the first phase of the project has been successfully completed and the first home owners have moved in. The project will continue through most of 2022 to final completion.
Culloden West (Scotia Homes)
The works on this project are continuing and are due for completion in late 2022.
This project continues apace. We are continuing to work closely with Tulloch Homes to ensure their programme requirements are met for both infrastructure and plot works.
Culbokie (Tulloch Homes)
The site is challenging and restricted for space, but by developing a strong relationship with the client we have been able to meet their requirements. This is reflected in the addition of six extra houses to the development.
Kirkhill (Tulloch Homes)
We have constructed the main sewers, off site sewers and roads on this project. We should be vacating this site before the end of 2021.
Footnote:
Maybe Barry’s career in civil engineering was pre- determined? He shares his surname with John Smeaton (1724 – 1792) who first coined the term ‘civil engineer’ to differentiate the profession from ‘military engineer’. He is often referred to as the ‘father of civil engineering’.
John Smeaton designed the third Eddystone Lighthouse off the coast of Cornwall, and was responsible for the design and construction of bridges in Perth and Aberdeen as well as the harbours at Banff and Peterhead.
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