The Construction Quality Improvement Collaborative in Scotland marks a significant achievement as it enrols its 100th organisation. This initiative seeks to enhance construction quality by sharing best practices across the sector.
- Design firm Austin-Smith:Lord became the 100th subscriber, reinforcing its ongoing commitment to quality in construction.
- The collaboration includes a diverse range of stakeholders such as public bodies, consultants, and trade associations.
- Colin Campbell, co-chair of the collaborative, highlights the importance of a cultural shift towards prioritising quality in all decisions.
- Although reaching 100 participants is notable, the collaborative aims for a more widespread sustainable quality culture across Scotland.
In a landmark moment for the Scottish construction sector, the Construction Quality Improvement Collaborative (CQIC) has successfully enlisted 100 organisations to its quality charter. This initiative is pivotal in promoting excellence in construction practices throughout Scotland, aiming to leverage collective wisdom and shared experiences to elevate industry standards.
The architecture firm Austin-Smith:Lord has taken the initiative to become the 100th organisation to commit to this quality campaign. Andrew McCafferty, representing the firm, emphasised that the decision was seamless, given that the charter’s principles resonate with the firm’s existing values. McCafferty noted the embedded nature of these visions and values within Austin-Smith:Lord’s operational ethos.
The collaborative is not limited to private firms; it encompasses a wide array of participants including public sector entities, consultancy firms, representative bodies, trade associations, architects, engineers, contractors, and suppliers. This diverse involvement underscores a holistic approach to embedding quality-centric practices across the construction landscape.
Colin Campbell, associate director at the Scottish Futures Trust and co-chair of the CQIC, articulates the significant achievement of 100 charter commitments. He welcomes Austin-Smith:Lord, recognising the critical role that architectural firms play in ensuring quality on construction sites. The commitment of such firms signals a broader industry recognition of the paramount importance of quality.
Despite the progress made, Campbell acknowledges that the journey towards fostering a sustainable construction quality culture is ongoing. He reflects on the gathering momentum of the campaign, indicating burgeoning support across various sectors and regions within Scotland. The collaborative’s efforts represent an essential shift towards a foundation where quality is integral to every decision.
The Construction Quality Improvement Collaborative is on a path to instill a robust and sustainable culture of quality throughout Scotland’s construction industry.
