Empowering People, Creating Opportunities
Established over 47 years ago, MacLay Civil Engineering Ltd have established an enviable reputation at the forefront of civil engineering and road maintenance with extensive experience delivering public sector works and service contracts nationally. With a long-standing commitment to business excellence, our philosophy is to operate at all times in a spirit of mutual trust and cooperation.
Management Capability
Our tiered management capability is committed to delivering major public sector infrastructure improvement, public realm streetscape, and term service contracts. Our directors, contract managers, and staff hold memberships in esteemed professional bodies such as the Institution of Civil Engineers, the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, the Chartered Institute of Civil Engineering Surveyors, the Chartered Institute of Highways and Transportation, and the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health.
Staff Resources
Our experienced operatives are managed by Site Agents responsible for managing site activities on a daily basis. Civil Engineers operate as Contracts Managers, while Quantity Surveyors prepare measurements and valuations and report directly to the Board of Directors. Site Management Teams are supported by professional staff at our headquarters in Airdrie. A dedicated Buyer is responsible for purchasing materials and for recording plant, labour, and material returns in monitoring actual costs. Administrative staff handle invoicing and payroll. Procurement professionals source tender opportunities via public sector e-tendering sites and are responsible for preparing pre-qualification and with tender quality submissions.
Services
MacLay Civil Engineering Ltd offers a wide range of services, including:
Public Realm Streetscape Works
We deliver high-quality public realm streetscape projects, transforming urban spaces into vibrant and sustainable environments.
Carriageway Construction
Our expert team constructs advanced carriageways, ensuring efficient traffic flow and safety.
Infrastructure Improvements
We deliver significant infrastructure improvements, upgrading critical infrastructure to meet the needs of modern society.
Environmental Improvements
Our environmental improvements aim to reduce the ecological footprint of our operations, promoting sustainable development and resource efficiency.
Term Service Maintenance
Our experienced teams provide term service maintenance, ensuring the longevity and performance of your assets.
Training
We offer bespoke training programs tailored to your specific needs, empowering your teams to excel in their roles.
Accreditations
MacLay Civil Engineering Ltd holds accreditations in construction, civil engineering, and environmental management, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Plant Resources
Our extensive inventory of directly owned plant includes haulage fleets, JCB excavators, track-mounted excavators, and small equipment. Our plant is maintained in-house, allowing for greater flexibility in managing resources and ensuring successful delivery of reactive term maintenance contracts.
About Us
Established over 47 years, MacLay Civil Engineering Ltd have established an enviable reputation at the forefront of civil engineering and road maintenance with extensive experience delivering public sector works and service contracts nationally. Recent Posts JCB Delivery September 2023 30 September 2023 JCB Delivery May 2023 30 May 2023 JCB Delivery April 2023 30 April 2023 JCB Delivery March 2023 30 March 2023
Contact Us
To learn more about MacLay Civil Engineering Ltd and our services, please contact us at contact@maclaycivil.co.uk or visit our website at www.maclaycivil.co.uk.
Poor Experiences with Maclay's Employees
Several reviewers shared their disappointing encounters with Maclay's employees, including being filmed and shouted at while cycling, and experiencing a lack of professionalism in their work practices, such as dumping dirty clothes in a public car park.
Inefficient Roadwork Management
Reviewers expressed frustration with Maclay's roadwork management, citing examples of poor planning, inadequate signage, and inefficient traffic diversion, resulting in potholes and congestion.
Disorganization and Chaos
One reviewer described their experience with Maclay's roadwork in the Newton Mearns area as a "disaster" with a series of mishaps, including a road closure with no diversion signs, leaving them feeling lost and frustrated.
A Positive Note
On a more positive note, one reviewer shared their positive experience of working for Maclay several years ago, describing it as the best time of their life in terms of their work experience, with the company having "road work down to a fine art."

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