Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Painting & Decorating Contractors in Glasgow
Established in 1959 by Sir Jack Harvie CBE, Harvie J S has evolved from a decorative partnership into a leading painting and decorating contractor. Our expertise spans schools, museums, government buildings, hospitals, housing stock refurbishment, and commercial sectors. With a workforce of 150 directly employed tradesmen, including qualified City & Guilds professionals and apprentices trained through structured programmes, we maintain rigorous quality control compliant with ISO 9001:2008. Our management team, with decades of industry experience, ensures projects meet exacting standards while adhering to evolving health and safety regulations.We prioritise long-term client relationships through a zero-defects culture, delivering defect-free projects on time and within budget. Our commitment to environmental responsibility and community engagement underscores our reputation as a trusted, family-run business. Direct employment of all operatives eliminates subcontractor costs, while established supplier relationships ensure competitive material pricing without compromising quality.
Services
Commercial Painting
Decorating Services
Housing Refurbishment
Public Sector Contracts
Government Building Maintenance
Schools & Hospitals Projects
Museum Conservation
Heritage Painting
Project Management
Quality Assurance
Details
- Year established: 1959
Highlights and features
- Over 65 years of specialist painting and decorating experience
- Directly employed, qualified tradesmen with City & Guilds certifications
- Award-winning apprenticeship programme training future industry professionals
- ISO 9001:2008 certified quality management systems
- No subcontractor cost markups for transparent pricing
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2008
Services
Commercial Painting
Our commercial painting service delivers durable, professional finishes for corporate environments. With ISO 9001-certified processes and directly employed tradesmen, we ensure minimal disruption to business operations while maintaining strict health and safety standards. Clients benefit from competitive pricing through our established supplier relationships.
Housing Refurbishment
Specialising in large-scale housing upgrades, we transform residential properties with modern decorative finishes. Our team of 150 skilled operatives completes projects efficiently while adhering to social housing regulations. Long-term client partnerships ensure cost-effective solutions for housing associations and local authorities.
Heritage Conservation
We preserve architectural heritage through specialist conservation techniques. Our experienced team works on listed buildings and museums, using traditional methods and materials. This service combines historical knowledge with modern quality control to maintain structural integrity while meeting current standards.
Project Management
Our in-house management team oversees every project phase from initial consultation to completion. With decades of combined experience, they ensure timely delivery and budget adherence. Proactive communication maintains client involvement throughout the process for optimal outcomes.
Apprenticeship Training
Our award-winning apprenticeship programme trains future industry professionals through four-year structured placements. Combining college education with on-site mentoring, we ensure skills continuity while supporting local communities. This investment maintains our high standards across all projects.
People
Sir Jack Harvie CBE
Chairman & Owner
Founder of Harvie J S in 1959, Sir Jack established the company's family-run ethos. Under his leadership, the business expanded from decorative works to major contracting, maintaining traditional values while achieving ISO 9001 certification and industry recognition.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We work across commercial, public sector, and housing markets including schools, hospitals, government buildings, and social housing refurbishment projects.
Are your tradesmen directly employed?
Yes, all 150 operatives are directly employed with City & Guilds qualifications, ensuring consistent quality control and no subcontractor markups.
How do you ensure quality standards?
We maintain ISO 9001:2008 certification with strict quality control procedures, including pre-agreed quality benchmarks and continuous staff training programmes.
Can you handle nationwide projects?
Based in Glasgow with regional branches, we deliver painting and decorating contracts across the UK through our established workforce and logistics network.
Do you offer apprenticeship opportunities?
Our award-winning four-year apprenticeship programme combines college education with on-site training, developing future industry professionals while supporting local communities.
How do you manage project timelines?
Our in-house management team uses proactive planning and monitoring systems to guarantee completion within agreed timescales, with regular client progress updates.
