Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Glasgow
Established in 1917, Veitchi Group has grown into one of Scotland's oldest and most respected construction groups. Our century-long heritage is built on a commitment to quality, innovation, and client satisfaction across our specialist divisions. With over 300 skilled professionals, we deliver comprehensive solutions in commercial flooring, interior fit-out, steel frame construction, and building preservation. Our in-house Health and Safety department ensures compliance with ISO standards, while our employee share ownership model reflects our commitment to shared prosperity. Operating from 12 offices across Scotland, we combine local expertise with national capabilities to handle complex projects throughout the UK.Our track record includes landmark developments such as the Titanic's flooring installation and modern healthcare facilities. Through continuous investment in staff development and sustainable practices, we maintain our reputation as industry leaders. Our Directors' IOSH qualifications and regular site inspections demonstrate our unwavering focus on safety and quality. With 718,000 site hours worked in 2024 and an accident frequency rate significantly below industry averages, we prioritise both project excellence and workforce wellbeing.
Services
Commercial Flooring
Interior Fit-Out
Steel Frame Construction
Building Preservation
Access Flooring
Details
- Year established: 1917
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years of construction industry expertise since 1917
- In-house Health and Safety department with ISO certifications
- Employee-owned structure ensuring shared commitment to quality
- Nationwide capabilities with 12 local offices across Scotland
- Specialist divisions covering full construction project lifecycle
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
Services
Commercial Flooring
Veitchi Group Flooring provides specialist commercial and industrial flooring solutions with over a century of expertise. Our services include resin flooring systems, access flooring, and sustainable solutions for healthcare, education, and industrial sectors. We combine technical excellence with environmental responsibility, as demonstrated by our Project of the Year award at the 2025 Recofloor Awards for healthcare flooring.
Interior Fit-Out
Veitchi Group Interiors offers comprehensive fit-out and refurbishment services across the UK. Our team delivers tailored interior solutions for commercial, residential, and public sector projects. With nationwide capabilities and local office support, we manage complete interior transformations from concept to completion, ensuring minimal disruption to building occupants.
Steel Frame Construction
Veitchi Group Frame specialises in lightweight steel frame construction systems. As one of only four UK licensees for Metframe technology, we provide efficient structural solutions for residential and commercial developments. Our steel framing systems enable faster construction timelines while maintaining superior structural integrity and thermal performance.
Building Preservation
Richardson & Starling division focuses on building preservation and historic restoration. We specialise in timber conservation, masonry repair, and structural reinforcement for listed buildings and heritage sites. Our expertise combines traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to extend the lifespan of historic structures while maintaining their architectural integrity.
Access Flooring
Our access flooring solutions provide flexible infrastructure for commercial and technical environments. Designed to accommodate cabling and services beneath removable panels, these systems support modern office spaces, data centres, and healthcare facilities. We offer tailored solutions that integrate with building services while ensuring compliance with accessibility regulations.
People
John Brown
Group Managing Director
John leads Veitchi Group's strategic direction with over 25 years' experience in construction management. He champions our employee ownership model and focuses on sustainable growth across our four specialist divisions.
Colin Kennedy
Director
Colin oversees operational excellence across Veitchi Group's construction divisions. With 30 years in the industry, he ensures our projects maintain ISO-certified quality standards while delivering innovative solutions for complex developments.
Graham Bruce
Managing Director, Richardson & Starling
Graham directs our building preservation division, combining heritage expertise with modern construction techniques. He has led major restoration projects across Scotland, maintaining historical integrity while meeting contemporary building requirements.
Stephen Logan
Managing Director, Veitchi Flooring
Stephen leads our award-winning flooring division with specialist knowledge in resin and access flooring systems. He drove the successful delivery of the 2025 Recofloor Award-winning healthcare project, demonstrating technical excellence in critical environments.
Steven McKenna
Group Health, Safety and Environmental Manager
Steven oversees our industry-leading HSEQ standards, maintaining an accident frequency rate 90% below industry averages. He implements training programs and conducts regular audits to ensure compliance with ISO 45001 and other regulatory frameworks.
Questions
What construction sectors does Veitchi Group Group specialise in?
We serve commercial, residential, healthcare, education, and industrial sectors through our four specialist divisions.
How does Veitchi Group ensure project safety and quality?
Our ISO-certified HSEQ department conducts regular site inspections, provides staff training, and maintains an accident frequency rate significantly below industry averages.
Can Veitchi Group handle projects outside Scotland?
Yes, while headquartered in Glasgow, we operate from 12 offices across Scotland and deliver projects throughout the UK.
What makes Veitchi Group different from other contractors?
As employee-owned specialists since 1917, we combine century-old expertise with shared ownership commitment, offering integrated solutions across multiple construction disciplines.
Does Veitchi Group offer sustainable construction solutions?
Yes, our flooring division won 2025 Recofloor Awards for sustainable healthcare projects, and we incorporate environmental considerations across all our services.
How does Veitchi Group support staff development?
We invest in continuous training, mentoring programs, and career progression opportunities, reflected in our 54 graduates and apprentices in 2024 alone.
Reviews (1)
Iain Browning
May 16, 2019
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Was given a guided tour round the site recently and was very impressed with the company's progressive attitude towards its staff, clients, community and the environment and its new business developments. Go, Veitchi!
