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George Leslie and COWI welcomed a team of students from Bellahouston Academy to our Head Office in Barrhead from the Developing the Young Workforce initiative. The aim of the initiative is to inspire and inform school pupils about what careers are available and brings their curriculum and learning to life, through multiple practical on-site visits with employers. Learning and Development Manager, Katie Walker said: "George Leslie see real value in investing time and effort at these type of events, as it’s an opportunity to capture the hearts and minds of our future workforce." Those in attendance were given a short presentation by COWI and George Leslie to give an understanding of what Civil Engineering is and then took part in some engaging practical exercises which captured their attention and brought out their enthusiasm. Sustainability and Innovation Advisor, Leigh Dempsey said: "Having the opportunity to inform, advise and influence our future workforce is an absolute pleasure. It's important to George Leslie to showcase Civil Engineering as an exciting and fulfilling career path that we know it is, highlighting that there are so many different routes into our industry. Seeing the smiles on their faces at the end of the session made it all worthwhile." Our thanks goes to Julie McCormack of COWI for inviting George Leslie to partner and collaborate on this initiative. Julie said “Collaborating with our clients to inspire young people about the careers available to them within the sector is a worthwhile investment and also a lot of fun! Thank you so much to George Leslie for their enthusiasm and support for this DYW Glasgow Work Aware event.” FARE Scotland #civilengineering #socialvalue #nowrongpath

Braidholm Road Sewer Flood Alleviation: A project in Giffnock to alleviate internal and external sewer flooding by providing extra capacity and reducing pressure on the wastewater network. The town of Giffnock is situated approximately 6 miles south-west of Glasgow and has a population of around 12,500. In June 2022, Scottish Water launched a £6.8m, year-long, investment project aimed at mitigating the risk of sewer flooding on Braidholm Road. This initiative is intended to significantly improve conditions for households that have previously experienced internal property flooding. A new offline underground storage tank with a capacity of 1.6 ML was installed beneath the grassed open space on the south side of Braidholm Road next to the junction with Whitton Drive and Graffham Avenue. The project involved constructing a storm overflow chamber, a storm overflow diversion pipe, and a 13m wide x 13m deep underground stormwater storage tank, as well as enhancing the current sewer infrastructure, to safeguard residences on Braidholm Road against sewer flooding during extreme weather circumstances. The project was managed by Investment Delivery, Scottish Water’s in-house delivery vehicle, and delivered by George Leslie Ltd; one of Scottish Water’s capital delivery partners. Read the full case study: https://lnkd.in/gDzNrmef Scottish Water GEORGE LESLIE AECOM - Water Mabey Hire Macrete Ireland Ltd Xylem Water Solutions UK & Ireland ID Systems UK QUINSHIELD LIMITED Pipeline Drillers #water #watersupply #waterindustry #engineers #engineering #construction #utilities #utilityindustry #watertreatment #wastewatertreatment #sewagetreatment #sewerage #pumpingstation #stormwaterstorage

It’s great to see our Happendon Trunk Mains project featured in the 2024 GIRI (Get it Right Initiative) Technology Report showing the innovative solutions across the construction industry. The project showcased was the Scottish Water renewal project at Happendon and how immersive technology can deliver improved accuracy, site safety and time savings. You can read the full report here - https://lnkd.in/eSQ6esMD #CivilEngineering #Construction #Innovation

Our Haven Seariser 2 is currently being demobilised following a 12-month charter with GEORGE LESLIE on behalf of Caledonian Maritime Assets for the Kennacraig Ferry Terminal upgrades in Scotland. 🚢 The 250-tonne deck capacity jack-up was used as a support platform for piling operations, delivered by LDD (Large Diameter Drilling Ltd.), including: • Construction of a new steel tubular piled quay wall in front of the existing sheet pile wall • Installation of rock-socketed vertical piles for a new ramp structure The upgrades form part of the New Islay Vessel Enabling Works project, covering Kennacraig, Port Ellen, and Port Askaig - enhancing Scotland's vital ferry infrastructure. Great working alongside GEORGE LESLIE as a trusted partner on this long-term project. Wishing the team continued success as they push toward completion. 👏 #CivilEngineering #Infrastructure #Engineering #MarineCivils #MarinePiling #Piling #FerryTerminal #PortDevelopment #PortDevelopments

Join us and take the first step toward building your career in civil engineering! Our Fort William campus has just received a container of tools and equipment from George Leslie Ltd, Civil Engineers, to support the launch of the CECA Civil Engineering Operative (NPA Construction Operations) SCQF 5 this January! 🛠️ This course, delivered in partnership with George Leslie Ltd, CECA Scotland, and local industry, is an incredible opportunity for anyone looking to kickstart a career in civil engineering. Through placements with civil engineering contractors, industry engagement, and the growing demand for skilled workers, this programme paves the way for a promising future in construction. 📅 Start Date: January 25, 2024 📍 Location: UHI NWH, Fort William 🔗 Find out more and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eJjwsHJD For more info contact Martin Johnstone at Martin.Johnstone@uhi.ac.uk or Roddy Ferguson at roddy.ferguson@uhi.ac.uk or call 01397 874000. #UHINWH #ThinkUHI #WhereLearningMeansMore CECA Scotland GEORGE LESLIE

It’s full steam ahead at Kennacraig on behalf of Caledonian Maritime Assets with the drilling and installation of the king post piles now complete on the North Berth. All kingpost piles have now been installed at Kennacraig with the South berth being completed earlier this year in July.   These king post piles in combination with sheet piles shall form a retaining wall which will reinforce the existing structures. This will allow the berth pocket to be dredged to accommodate the new ferries being brought into service.   What’s next for Kennacraig on the to-do list is the reprofiling of the existing fixed ramp, upgrading of the existing MV fenders and dredging the berth pocket on the North berth. #CivilEngineering #Infrastructure #Engineering

George Leslie are proud to be announced as a partner to SP Energy Networks whose values and ethics complement our values of Togetherness and Passion. We both recognise the importance of teamwork, fostering a culture of collaboration, respect for the protection of the environment and prioritising the health, safety and wellbeing of our work force. Together, we will be an integrating force in delivering energy for the people of Scotland. #CivilEngineering #Construction #Energy Read more via https://lnkd.in/gWhrtrkq

It's beginning to look like Christmas and Santa has brought us an early present. Introducing the newest trailer to our truck fleet. Our very own 36ft flatbed extendable trailer up to 40ft, which can carry 24T. It has a Rear axle steering for better manoeuvrability and is to be utilised with our Artic-Hiab Low Loader. It also has an in built ladder system to aid working at height. #CivilEngineering #MacsTrucks #Transport

#Hiring - Technical Author We are recruiting a new Technical Author to report on progress to individual project teams as well as advise on compliance to meet specification and contract requirements. For more information visit - https://lnkd.in/eQ7Ruaks #CivilEngineering #Construction #Engineering

Surprise visitor near one of our sites yesterday. BBC Radio 2 presenter Paddy McGuinness was riding almost 300 miles from Wales to Scotland to complete his epic Children In Need cycling challenge on a Raleigh Chopper bike. Paddy has raised more than £7.5m on his five-day journey on a customised 1970s children's bike called Patch. He finished his journey at BBC Scotland's HQ in Glasgow just after 10am today. But we were glad that our site team got some selfies with him before he hopped back on his bike for the finish line. #CivilEngineering #Charity #Scotland