Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Glasgow
Established in 1957, Sim Building Group has built a reputation as a trusted principal contractor serving Central Scotland. Our team combines over 60 years of collective industry experience with a client-centric approach, delivering end-to-end construction solutions tailored to individual project requirements. Specialising in new build works, refurbishment projects, steel-framed constructions, and property maintenance, we serve diverse sectors including commercial, industrial, education, and healthcare. Our proven track record encompasses projects ranging from small-scale renovations to multi-million-pound contracts, always prioritising adherence to specifications, timelines, and budgets.With a dedicated management team overseeing every project phase, we maintain strong relationships with architects, suppliers, and regulatory bodies to ensure seamless execution. Our commitment to quality is evidenced by our extensive portfolio of completed projects and repeat client engagements, reflecting our ability to consistently exceed expectations through technical expertise and transparent communication.
Services
New Build Works
Refurbishment Projects
Steel Framed Construction
Small Works Management
Property Maintenance
Design & Build Solutions
Commercial Construction
Industrial Projects
Education Sector Builds
Places of Worship Renovations
Details
- Year established: 1957
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of construction experience across diverse sectors
- Our team provides end-to-end project management from concept to completion
- We specialise in complex builds for commercial, industrial, and public sector clients
- Our track record includes multi-million-pound contracts delivered on time and budget
- We maintain direct client communication throughout every project phase
Services
New Build Works
Our specialist team delivers complete new build solutions from concept to handover. With expertise in residential developments, commercial complexes, and institutional facilities, we manage all aspects including material procurement, stakeholder coordination, and regulatory compliance. Clients benefit from our 60-year track record of delivering projects on time and within budget while maintaining uncompromising quality standards.
Refurbishment Works
We provide comprehensive refurbishment services for commercial offices, historic landmarks, and industrial premises. Our approach combines structural renovations with modernisation solutions to enhance aesthetics and functionality. Clients receive tailored project management covering mechanical upgrades, interior fit-outs, and space reconfiguration while maintaining strict adherence to timelines and specifications.
Steel Framed Construction
Specialising in steel-framed buildings and extensions, we transform architectural plans into durable structures. Our experienced team delivers versatile solutions for office blocks and industrial premises, focusing on strength and sustainability. Clients benefit from our technical expertise in managing complex steel construction projects from initial design to final completion.
Small Works Projects
We handle small-scale construction requirements including reinstatement works, retail upgrades, and insurance remediation. Our dedicated team applies the same professional standards to minor projects as larger contracts, ensuring quality outcomes for property enhancements, extensions, and maintenance works across residential and commercial sectors.
Property Maintenance
Our comprehensive maintenance services preserve property value through planned and reactive interventions. We manage both minor repairs and major renovations, coordinating skilled tradespeople to address structural, mechanical, and aesthetic requirements while maintaining high workmanship standards for commercial and residential properties.
People
Martin Sim
Managing Director
Leading the management team with decades of construction expertise, Martin oversees strategic direction and client relationships. His leadership ensures adherence to quality standards across all projects while maintaining the company's founding principles established in 1957.
John Greig
Construction Director
With extensive project management experience, John directs construction operations ensuring technical excellence and regulatory compliance. He coordinates multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex projects on schedule while maintaining open client communication throughout the build process.
Michael Thewlis
Commercial Director
Michael manages financial and contractual aspects of projects, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising quality. His commercial oversight supports competitive tendering processes and budget management across diverse construction contracts for public and private sector clients.
David Blackshaw
Small Works Manager
Specialising in small-scale projects, David oversees refurbishments, maintenance contracts, and insurance works. His team delivers high-quality outcomes for minor construction requirements while maintaining the same professional standards as larger developments.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide new build works, refurbishment projects, steel-framed constructions, small works management, and property maintenance across commercial, industrial, and public sector projects.
How long have you been operating?
Sim Building Group has delivered construction projects since 1957, with our management team collectively possessing over 100 years of industry experience.
Do you work across Scotland?
We primarily serve Central Scotland, with completed projects in Glasgow, Stirling, and surrounding areas for both public and private sector clients.
How do you manage construction projects?
We provide end-to-end project management including planning, material procurement, stakeholder coordination, and quality control to ensure timely delivery within budget parameters.
Can you handle complex construction requirements?
Our experience spans from small renovations to multi-million-pound contracts, with expertise in managing technical challenges across diverse sectors including healthcare and education.
