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Expert Construction & Maintenance Services Glasgow
City Building is a leading construction and social enterprise organisation with a proven track record in strategic delivery across Scotland. Established to provide comprehensive construction, maintenance, and manufacturing services, we combine commercial excellence with a strong social ethos focused on sustainability and community impact. Our operations span repairs and maintenance, design and build projects, new house construction, and specialist renewable technology installations. With over 2,000 staff and 200 apprentices, we are Scotland's largest employer of construction apprentices and hold prestigious accreditations including The Queen's Award for Enterprise and Investor in Young People Platinum status.Our Royal Strathclyde Blindcraft Industries (RSBi) division stands as Europe's largest supported manufacturing business, employing over 250 individuals with disabilities. Through our award-winning training college, we maintain a 94% apprentice pass-out rate, significantly exceeding industry averages. We serve public, private, and third sectors with a commitment to technical excellence, ethical practices, and community development, operating under core values of Excellence, Honesty, Ambition, Trust, and Community.
Services
Electrical Services
Gas Services
Training Programs
Manufacturing
Renewable Technology
Highlights and features
- We employ 200 apprentices annually, exceeding industry training standards
- Our RSBi division supports over 250 employees with disabilities
- We maintain 94% apprentice pass-out rates versus 75% industry average
- We offer 24/7 gas services with 140 Gas Safe registered engineers
- We hold three prestigious Queen's Awards for Enterprise
Associations and certifications
- Investor in Young People (IYP) Platinum
- The Queen's Award for Enterprise
- NICEIC
Services
Electrical Services
We provide comprehensive electrical installations and maintenance for schools, housing, and commercial properties. Our NICEIC-accredited team handles fire alarms, stair lighting, electrical testing, and emergency lighting. With expertise in both fixed and portable appliance testing, we ensure compliance with current regulations while maintaining operational continuity for clients.
Gas Services
Our 140 Gas Safe registered engineers deliver 24/7 domestic and commercial gas services. We specialise in system installations, safety inspections, appliance upgrades, and emergency repairs. Through partnerships with energy companies, we implement Combined Heat and Power solutions while maintaining strict safety compliance across all gas operations.
Training Programs
As Scotland's largest construction apprenticeship provider, we offer SVQ Level 3 training in core trades. Our purpose-built college delivers 95% completion rates through practical workshops and classroom instruction. We also provide health and safety certifications, first aid training, and IT proficiency courses to develop industry-ready professionals.
Manufacturing
Through RSBi, Europe's largest supported manufacturing business, we produce office furniture, kitchen units, timber kits, and UPVC windows. Over 50% of our 250 employees have disabilities, reflecting our commitment to social enterprise. Our products support construction projects while promoting inclusive employment practices.
Renewable Technology
We implement carbon-reduction technologies including air source heat pumps, solar PV installations, and external wall insulation. Our expertise in renewable systems extends to rainwater harvesting and energy-efficient boilers. These solutions enhance sustainability while meeting modern environmental standards for new builds and property retrofits.
People
Sharon Wearing
Executive Director
Sharon Wearing leads both City Building (Glasgow) LLP and City Building (Contracts) LLP as Executive Director. With strategic oversight of the organisation's commercial and social enterprise operations, she drives delivery across Scotland's largest construction apprenticeship programme and oversees Europe's leading supported manufacturing business RSBi.
Questions
What construction services does City Building offer?
We provide design and build projects, repairs and maintenance, new house construction, and specialist renewable technology installations across Scotland.
How does City Building support apprenticeships?
We operate Scotland's largest construction apprenticeship programme with 94% pass-out rates, training 60 new craft apprentices annually through our SQA-approved college.
What social enterprise initiatives exist?
Our RSBi division employs over 250 people with disabilities, making it Europe's largest supported manufacturing business focused on inclusive employment.
Are emergency gas services available?
Yes, our 140 Gas Safe engineers provide 24/7 emergency response and routine gas maintenance services across domestic and commercial sectors.
What renewable technologies are installed?
We specialise in air source heat pumps, solar PV systems, ground source heat pumps, LED lighting upgrades, and external wall insulation solutions.
