Business Details
48 Years
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Trusted Construction Contractors in Scotland
Established in 1978, Clark Contracts is a privately owned main contractor with over 40 years of experience delivering construction, fit-out, housing, and maintenance solutions across Scotland. Our divisional structure ensures projects are managed by teams with specialist expertise, with directors actively involved in every contract. We employ over 250 staff, 79% of our business comes from repeat clients, and 72% of customers rate our service as 'Impressive' or 'First Class'.Our Customers 1st initiative guarantees consistent service quality, while our Academy supports staff development through formal qualifications and mentorship. We handle contracts up to 30m in value, serving both public and private sectors with a focus on design-build, new builds, and major refurbishments.
Services
Construction
Fit Out
Small Works
Retail
Housing
Maintenance
Design & Build
Major Refurbishments
Office Fit Outs
Property Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years' experience in Scottish construction projects
- Our 250+ employees deliver projects up to 30m in value
- 79% of our business comes from repeat customers
- 24-hour helpdesk supports our maintenance division clients
- Our bespoke MSc program develops construction industry leaders
Associations and certifications
- The 5% Club
What people say
Impressive service
First-class quality
Dedicated team
Reliable contractors
Customer-focused approach
Services
Construction Projects
We deliver major construction projects across Scotland with values exceeding 1m. Our services include new builds, design-and-build contracts, and large-scale refurbishments for commercial, residential, and public sector clients. Directors personally oversee each project to ensure quality standards.
Office Fit Outs
Specialist office fit-out solutions for occupied and shell projects. Our team delivers tailored commercial spaces that meet brand requirements while maintaining operational continuity during installations across Scotland.
Housing Developments
Comprehensive housing solutions including new build estates and major refurbishments. We recently completed a 16m student accommodation project in Edinburgh, demonstrating our capability in large-scale residential developments.
Maintenance Services
24-hour reactive and planned maintenance support across Scotland. Our FM services include insurance reinstatement work directly with policyholders, ensuring rapid response to property emergencies and ongoing facility management.
Small Works
Cost-effective solutions for projects between 10k and 1m. This division handles refurbishments, alterations, and smaller new builds with the same quality standards as our larger contracts.
People
Gordon Cunningham
Managing Director
With over 30 years in construction leadership, Gordon oversees all operations and client relationships. He drives our Customers 1st initiative to maintain service excellence across all projects.
John Mooney
Finance Director
Celebrating 30 years with Clark Contracts, John manages financial operations and has witnessed the company's growth from a regional firm to a 30m-capable contractor.
Michael Scanlan
Construction & Retail Director
Leading our construction and retail divisions, Michael ensures delivery of complex projects exceeding 1m in value while maintaining strict budget and timeline controls.
Gerry Cummins
Fit Out & Small Works Director
Gerry oversees fit-out and small works divisions, managing projects from 10k to 1m. He specialises in delivering high-quality retail environments on time and on brand.
Craig McHugh
Recruitment Manager
Craig leads our award-winning Academy, supporting over 20% of staff through formal qualifications while managing recruitment for apprenticeships and graduate positions.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide full construction services including new builds, design-and-build contracts, and major refurbishments across Scotland for projects over £1m.
Do you handle smaller building projects?
Yes, our Small Works division manages projects between £10k and £1m, including refurbishments, alterations, and minor new builds.
How can I apply for a job?
Visit our vacancies page to view current opportunities in construction management, quantity surveying, apprenticeships, and office roles.
Do you offer maintenance services?
We provide 24/7 reactive and planned maintenance with FM support, including insurance reinstatement work directly with policyholders.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across Scotland from our offices in Paisley and Edinburgh, delivering projects in both urban and rural locations.
How do you ensure quality?
Directors oversee all projects, with a 79% client retention rate and 72% of customers rating our service as 'Impressive' or 'First Class'.
