CONSTRUCTION BOOM IN WEST LOTHIAN

“Significant growth in the construction and property industry in and around Livingston is extremely positive for workers in the area” says Dougie Bendoris, manager of Hays Construction & Property. Not only has it led to an increased demand for industry professionals, but Scotland’s biggest name in recruitment to the built environment, Hays Construction & Property, has also recently opened a new office on Beveridge Square in Livingston to cope with this demand.

Projects currently underway in the area include a £70 million extension to a shopping centre, the development of a prison and the construction of a new distribution depot in Livingston. These three projects alone are costing around £230 million and are in addition to a number of other projects and infrastructure work. 

Akash Marwaha, manager at Hays Construction & Property, comments: “Many people dread going back to work after Christmas, but all this activity means there are plenty of opportunities in the area for construction and property professionals, so it could be the ideal time to change jobs. We specialise in recruiting for all sectors in the construction and property industry and are confident that our specialist industry knowledge will support local employers and employees. Not only can we provide advice on the local market and possible employment options, but we can offer invaluable CV and interview tips too.”

For further information contact Akash Marwaha, manager at Hays Construction & Property in Livingston, on 01506 443323 or visit www.hays.com/cp

Note to Editor

Hays Construction & Property is the UK's largest specialist recruitment consultancy to the built environment. Formed in 1958, Hays Construction & Property has over 80 offices throughout the UK and Ireland, as well as locations in Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Canada. With a support network of over 700 local consultants, Hays Construction and Property places candidates in permanent and temporary positions for hundreds of private and public sector organisations. It is also part of Hays PLC, the FTSE 250 Company.

For more information please contact:
Claire Fowler, Hays Construction & Property
t: 020 7222 6543
e: Claire.s.fowler@hays.com

January, 2007