Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Civil Engineering Solutions
UBCivils is a civil engineering company with its head office in Inverness, serving the Highlands, Islands, and North of Scotland. With a proven track record in both private and public sector projects, we specialise in delivering complex engineering solutions in challenging and remote locations. Our experienced team has successfully completed projects across diverse sectors, including renewable energy infrastructure, quarry operations, and major construction works. We pride ourselves on our adaptability, whether working as a subcontractor on large-scale renewable projects or as Principal Contractor on smaller schemes. Our commitment to quality is evident in our work on roads, infrastructure, and construction projects, including schools, industrial developments, and Ministry of Defence works.We operate quarries at Easter Glackton and Achnasheen, supplying construction materials and decorative stone. Our client-focused approach ensures tailored solutions that meet specific project requirements, combining technical expertise with operational excellence. With directors Colin Peteranna and Jonathan Crabtree leading the team, we maintain strong relationships with local councils and private developers. Our dedication to safety and innovation is reflected in our work alongside live carriageways and in remote environments. We are committed to supporting sustainable development through our renewable energy projects, including wind farms and hydro schemes. Our long-standing presence in the region underscores our reliability and deep understanding of local challenges and requirements.
Services
Renewable Energy
Infrastructure
Quarry Services
Construction
Road Construction
Highlights and features
- We have extensive experience in remote and challenging civil engineering projects.
- Our team delivers complex projects across diverse sectors including renewable energy.
- We operate quarries supplying high-quality construction materials locally.
- We work as both Principal Contractor and subcontractor on major schemes.
- Our directors bring leadership with deep regional and technical expertise.
Services
Renewable Energy
We construct and upgrade renewable infrastructure including wind farms and hydro schemes. Our expertise spans both large-scale subcontracted projects and smaller private developments. Our work supports Scotland's sustainable energy goals while maintaining technical excellence in challenging environments.
Quarry Services
We operate quarries at Easter Glackton and Achnasheen producing construction materials and decorative stone. Our products serve trade and public customers for building, landscaping, and infrastructure projects across the Highlands and Islands.
Infrastructure
We deliver road and infrastructure projects for local councils and private developers. Our capabilities include new road construction, trunk road upgrades, and working alongside live carriageways throughout the Highlands and Islands.
People
Colin Peteranna
Director
With extensive civil engineering experience, Colin leads UBCivils' strategic direction. He oversees project delivery and client relationships, leveraging his deep knowledge of Highland infrastructure challenges and renewable energy developments.
Jonathan Crabtree
Commercial Manager
Jonathan manages commercial operations and project coordination. His expertise in contract management ensures efficient delivery of complex projects across remote locations while maintaining cost-effectiveness for clients.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We operate throughout the Highlands, Islands, and North of Scotland from our Inverness base.
What types of projects do you handle?
We specialise in civil engineering, renewable energy infrastructure, quarry operations, and road construction projects.
Do you work on public sector projects?
Yes, we deliver infrastructure projects for local councils and have worked on Ministry of Defence developments.
What quarry products do you supply?
We provide construction aggregates and decorative stone from our Easter Glackton and Achnasheen quarries.
Can you handle complex infrastructure projects?
Our team successfully completes challenging projects including upgrades to live trunk roads and remote renewable schemes.