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Scotsman
10-07-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Duo of Cala East project managers win prestigious NHBC Quality award
A duo of Cala project managers have been awarded prestigious Pride in the Job Quality Awards from the National Home Building Council (NHBC). Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Jordon McKenna and Gavin McCann, project managers for Cala Homes (East), work at Craighall Village in Millerhill, and Queensferry Heights in South Queensferry respectively, have won the prestigious accolade. The annual awards, now in its 45th year are widely considered as the 'Oscars' of the housebuilding industry, and is run by the NHBC, the UK's largest provider of new home warranties and insurance. The highly regarded awards celebrate outstanding work and commitment to ensuring the highest quality across the sector. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Judging is rigorous, with assessment across six key areas: consistency, attention to detail, leadership, interpretation of drawings and specifications, technical expertise and health and safety. Thousands of inspections, with meticulous scoring and detailed verifications, have taken place to determine the 450 winners from a field of circa 8,200 sites, representing the top five per cent of UK site managers. Jordan and Gavin Both Jordon and Gavin will now go on to the Seal of Excellence and Regional Awards in the autumn, with regional winners then eligible to scoop the national Supreme Award title in January 2026. Jordon McKenna, Project Manager at Cala Homes' Craighill Village, said: 'It's a reflection of the effort and high standards the entire team brings to site every day, and I'm proud to share this recognition with them. It is easy when we're delivering homes of the highest quality, and this award is a fantastic recognition of that fact.' Gavin McCann, Project Manager at Queensferry Heights, said: 'This is the fifth time that I've received this an accolade from the NHBC, and my third for this project which is incredibly exciting. I am proud to be shortlisted alongside Jordon and very much accept this award on behalf of my team who very much deserve the recognition. Queensferry Heights has proven to be a fantastic site with health and safety a top priority, in line with all of Cala's developments.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Craig Lynes, Managing Director for Cala Homes (East), commented: 'Congratulations to Jordon and Gavin on their wins in this year's Pride in the Job Quality Awards. This is a highly regarded accolade which is testament to the hard work both carry out during their day-to-day, ensuring our site and its teams, including our subcontractor partners, achieve the highest standards for our customers and communities. 'On behalf of everyone at Cala, we wish Jordon and Gavin the best of luck for the next stage.' Commenting on the awards, Steve Wood, CEO at NHBC, said: 'Congratulations to both Jordon and Gavin who have demonstrated the dedication, passion and leadership skills necessary to deliver new homes to exacting construction quality standards. 'Thousands of outstanding site managers have made their mark on the industry in the 45 years Pride in the Job has been running. This continued focus on excellence is vital to support the Government's 1.5 million new homes target and to ensure that all housing is built to the quality owners and occupiers should expect.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
Scotsman
10-07-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Duo of Cala East project managers win prestigious NHBC Quality award
A duo of Cala project managers have been awarded prestigious Pride in the Job Quality Awards from the National Home Building Council (NHBC). Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Jordon McKenna and Gavin McCann, project managers for Cala Homes (East), work at Craighall Village in Millerhill, and Queensferry Heights in South Queensferry respectively, have won the prestigious accolade. The annual awards, now in its 45th year are widely considered as the 'Oscars' of the housebuilding industry, and is run by the NHBC, the UK's largest provider of new home warranties and insurance. The highly regarded awards celebrate outstanding work and commitment to ensuring the highest quality across the sector. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Judging is rigorous, with assessment across six key areas: consistency, attention to detail, leadership, interpretation of drawings and specifications, technical expertise and health and safety. Thousands of inspections, with meticulous scoring and detailed verifications, have taken place to determine the 450 winners from a field of circa 8,200 sites, representing the top five per cent of UK site managers. Jordan and Gavin Both Jordon and Gavin will now go on to the Seal of Excellence and Regional Awards in the autumn, with regional winners then eligible to scoop the national Supreme Award title in January 2026. Jordon McKenna, Project Manager at Cala Homes' Craighill Village, said: 'It's a reflection of the effort and high standards the entire team brings to site every day, and I'm proud to share this recognition with them. It is easy when we're delivering homes of the highest quality, and this award is a fantastic recognition of that fact.' Gavin McCann, Project Manager at Queensferry Heights, said: 'This is the fifth time that I've received this an accolade from the NHBC, and my third for this project which is incredibly exciting. I am proud to be shortlisted alongside Jordon and very much accept this award on behalf of my team who very much deserve the recognition. Queensferry Heights has proven to be a fantastic site with health and safety a top priority, in line with all of Cala's developments.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Craig Lynes, Managing Director for Cala Homes (East), commented: 'Congratulations to Jordon and Gavin on their wins in this year's Pride in the Job Quality Awards. This is a highly regarded accolade which is testament to the hard work both carry out during their day-to-day, ensuring our site and its teams, including our subcontractor partners, achieve the highest standards for our customers and communities. 'On behalf of everyone at Cala, we wish Jordon and Gavin the best of luck for the next stage.' Commenting on the awards, Steve Wood, CEO at NHBC, said: 'Congratulations to both Jordon and Gavin who have demonstrated the dedication, passion and leadership skills necessary to deliver new homes to exacting construction quality standards. 'Thousands of outstanding site managers have made their mark on the industry in the 45 years Pride in the Job has been running. This continued focus on excellence is vital to support the Government's 1.5 million new homes target and to ensure that all housing is built to the quality owners and occupiers should expect.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Cala Homes has launched the first two phases of its Craighall Village development, known as The Monktons and Collier's Gate, offering a mix of energy-efficient three-, four- and five-bedroom homes on the outskirts of Edinburgh. Queensferry Heights is a popular development located just a mile from South Queensferry's high street, offering a range of one- and two-bedroom apartments alongside a limited number of three, four and five-bedroom houses.
Scotsman
01-07-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
East Calder site manager recognised by NHBC for raising standards in house building
A site manager at a housing development in East Calder has been recognised as one of the best in the UK after winning a top housing industry award. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Greig Donaldson, who works for Robertson Homes at its Almondell developmentin West Lothian,is celebrating their Pride in the Job 2025 Quality Award from NHBC, the UK's largest provider of new home warranties and insurance. Now in its 45th year and widely considered the 'Oscars' of the house-building industry, Pride in the Job celebrates site managers' dedication to raising standards in house building, showcasing best practice and rewarding excellence. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Judging is rigorous, with assessment across six key areas: consistency, attention to detail, leadership, interpretation of drawings and specifications, technical expertise and health and safety. Thousands of inspections, with meticulous scoring and detailed verifications, have taken place to determine the 450 winners from a field of circa 8,200 sites, representing the top 5% of UK site managers. Greig is a site manager at Robertson Homes' Almondell development Celebrating Greig's success, John Murphy, managing director at Robertson Homes, said: 'We are immensely proud of Greig and our construction team at Almondell. 'Building homes to the highest quality standards, in a respectful and considerate manner is at the heart of everything we do at Robertson Homes and for this to be recognised by the NHBC is testament to their skill and attention to detail. It is also great news for all our customers in West Lothian to know their new homes are being constructed by such a committed and dedicated team.' Commenting on the awards, Steve Wood, CEO at NHBC said: 'Congratulations to Greig, who has demonstrated the dedication, passion and leadership skills necessary to deliver new homes to exacting construction quality standards. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'Thousands of outstanding site managers have made their mark on the industry in the 45 years Pride in the Job has been running. This continued focus on excellence is vital to support the Government's 1.5 million new homes target and to ensure that all housing is built to the quality owners and occupiers should expect.' Greig Donaldson, a site manager at Robertson Homes' Almondell development in East Calder has won a top UK award Pride in the Job has five categories: small, medium and large builders, plus multi-storey for projects up to seven storeys and high-rise for projects more than seven storeys. The Quality Award winners will now go on to compete for Seal of Excellence and Regional Awards in the autumn, with the national Supreme Award winners unveiled in January 2026.
Glasgow Times
01-07-2025
- Business
- Glasgow Times
Site managers honoured with national award for new homes
Gary Carmichael and Connor Mitchell of Miller Homes have each won a National House Building Council (NHBC) Pride in the Job Quality Award. This award is given to those who "consistently deliver high-quality new homes." To win this award, site managers have to show their skill in build quality, health and safety, and site management. Connor Mitchell (Image: Peter Devlin) The NHBC is said to be "one of the most respected accolades in the UK housebuilding industry." Of the thousands of site managers assessed across the nation, only 450 were chosen to receive a Quality Award this year. Read more: Rangers in talks with Bournemouth over transfer of midfielder Mr Carmichael, site manager at The Hedgerows development in Cambuslang, said: "The most rewarding part of my job is helping to build thriving communities. "The NHBC Pride in the Job Awards celebrate those who strive for the highest standards in new home construction, and I'm proud to be recognised alongside so many dedicated professionals. 'I would like to pass on my congratulations to everyone who took home the Quality Award, including four of my colleagues from the wider Miller Homes team.' Mr Mitchell, site manager at Constarry Gardens in Croy, said: "The NHBC Pride in the Job Awards are a key moment in our industry calendar, and I'm truly honoured to be recognised. "This award for the Constarry Gardens development is a testament to the dedication of our site team, who work tirelessly to create this thriving new community. 'I'd also like to thank our suppliers, our valued customers, and extend my congratulations to my colleagues at Miller Homes and all other award recipients.' Andrew McArthur, regional operations director at Miller Homes Scotland West, said: "These awards are a testament to outstanding leadership and tireless hard work, and we're extremely proud of Gary and Connor for receiving this honour. "At Miller Homes, our customers are at the centre of everything we do, and we foster a culture rooted in quality, care, and commitment. "This achievement reflects the collective effort of Gary and Connor's teams, our contractors, and our valued homeowners." The pair will now move forward to the next round of the competition, where they could be recognised with a Seal of Excellence and Regional Award title.
South Wales Guardian
25-06-2025
- Business
- South Wales Guardian
Ystradgynlais housing site manager receives national award
Lee Lewis, who oversees the Maes Y Rhos housing development in Ystradgynlais, has won a Pride in the Job Quality Award from the National House Building Council (NHBC) for his work with Persimmon Homes. He is one of 15 Persimmon site managers across the UK to receive the award this year. Mr Lewis said: "It's a fantastic feeling to be recognised by the NHBC – and a huge credit to everyone on the team. "At Maes Y Rhos, we take great pride in building homes to the highest standards, and in creating a community that residents will enjoy for years to come. "This award is a great boost and reflects the care we bring to the job every day." The Maes Y Rhos development features three to five-bedroom homes on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, with strong transport links to Swansea and the wider region. The NHBC's Pride in the Job competition is a well-regarded industry benchmark for site management excellence. Winners of the Quality Award move forward to the Seal of Excellence stage, with the chance to compete for regional and national honours. Stuart Phillips, managing director for Persimmon West Wales, said: "We're thrilled for Lee and the whole team at Maes Y Rhos. "The quality of work they're delivering speaks for itself, and this recognition from the NHBC is thoroughly deserved. "Lee's dedication and leadership are making a real difference on site and for our customers." The national Pride in the Job Supreme Awards will take place in January 2026.
