We’re pleased to share the latest progress from our Ayrshire project, where the steel erection phase is well underway.

The structure is rapidly taking shape, thanks to the hard work, expertise, and commitment of everyone involved on site. It’s always rewarding to see months of planning and coordination become a visible reality.

A huge thank you to our site teams and project partners for their continued dedication to delivering the project safely and efficiently.

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We are delighted to share that we have been awarded Best Performing Contractor on Programme Performance at the Bowmer & Kirkland North East & Scotland Subcontractor Awards 2026.

This achievement reflects the dedication, collaboration, and commitment of our team in consistently delivering projects to the highest standards and meeting programme objectives.

A huge thank you to everyone involved. We are incredibly proud of this recognition and look forward to continuing to build on this success.

We are pleased to announce that we have expanded our crane fleet, with the purchase of:

2No GMK 4100-2 100T all-terrain Cranes
2No GMK 5150XL 150T all-terrain Cranes
1No GMK 5250XL-1 250T all-Terrain crane

Jamie Pierce (MD), Dave Ryan (MD) and Fraser Pierce (Pre-construction) were delighted to attend a handover ceremony with Derek Kidd (Sales Manager UK (North) – Grove) in Buckingham to celebrate the delivery of all five cranes.

This will bring our total number of cranes to 15 in our fleet.

We would like to thank Manitowoc crane group for their continued support.

We are excited to be cheering on Gordon Shedden and Laser Tools Racing with MB Motorsport as they head to Knockhill Racing Circuit in Fife on 8th and 9th August for another thrilling round of the British Touring Car Championship (BTCC).

As a proud sponsor, it’s fantastic to support such a talented and dedicated driver competing at one of Scotland’s most iconic racing venues. We’ll be following the action closely and wishing Gordon and the entire team every success throughout the weekend.

Best of luck, Gordon – we’ll be cheering you on every step of the way!

Our project in Wales is taking shape at our East Kilbride Strubeam facility with the fabrication of these 12.5te plated Dolphin beams formed out of 60mm*450mm wide flanges and 20mm thick web plate; all S355 steel. The 10No. Dolphin beams will cantilever 9m from plate girder columns and will support approx. 35Te of concrete terracing which will form the upper tier. The connection to the plate girder column is designed as rigid non-slip connection with M36 grade 10.9 Tension Control Bolts, 80mm thick inside flange plates and 15mm thick web plates. Connection back to the concrete core is achieved via a stub section matched to the dolphin beam geometry that is welded to the cast-in plates connected together with 22No. M36 grade 8.8 bolts and 40mm thick endplates. The fabrication of the dolphin beam involves single sided full penetration butt welding between the flanges and fillet welds to the stiffeners and web section.

J&D Pierce has successfully completed its first UVDB audit, achieving certification that will allow the company to undertake works within the utilities sector, including overhead line projects.

The certification marks an important milestone for the business and reflects J&D Pierce’s commitment to maintaining high standards across safety, quality and operational performance. It also strengthens the company’s ability to support critical infrastructure projects and expand its presence within the utilities industry.

Last weekend, we had the pleasure of sponsoring The Ayr County Show 2026 Ron Brady Sport Horses Royal Highland Show Classic Championship Qualifier – Class 2.

It was fantastic to see such a strong turnout and a high standard of competition throughout the day, with riders and horses putting on an excellent display in the ring. A huge congratulations to Katarina Repetto riding Forenie Des Vaux, who took the win in the class and was presented with the cup by Nicola Smith. Well done to everyone who competed and contributed to making the class such a success — it was great to be part of another brilliant day at the show.

Photo credit: Equiscot Photography

We are pleased to announce that J&D Pierce has achieved the Achilles Sustainability Certificate, recognising our verified performance across environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices, as well as health, safety and operational standards.

This certification provides assurance to our clients that they are partnering with a responsible and low-risk supply chain partner.

We are proud to have achieved a 4-star sustainability rating and an overall score of 80. This is a strong result that reflects the continued commitment and hard work of all our teams across the business. Well done to everyone involved in reaching this standard.

We’re proud to celebrate a significant milestone for two of our team members at J & D Pierce.

Congratulations to Scott Charles and Lewis Thomson, who have both successfully completed their four-year apprenticeships and are now officially time-served Structural Steel Fabricators.

Their hard work, commitment, and dedication over the past four years have been outstanding, and it’s a pleasure to see them achieve this important step in their careers. We look forward to seeing them continue to develop and contribute to the team in the years ahead.

Well done Scott and Lewis – a great achievement that reflects your effort and professionalism throughout your apprenticeship journey.

During Scottish Apprenticeship Week, businesses across Scotland are celebrating the vital role apprentices play in strengthening industry, developing skills, and shaping the next generation of professionals.

At the forefront of this commitment is J&D Pierce Contracts Ltd, one of the UK’s leading structural steel specialists. The company currently supports 43 apprentices across a wide range of disciplines. At the heart of our company’s long-term success is a simple belief, investing in people is the best investment we can make.

Our Apprenticeship Directive continues to be a powerful example of that commitment in helping us nurture new talent, support career development and strengthen the future of our workforce. Apprentices bring fresh thinking, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. Qualities that enrich our workforce and help drive innovation across our departments.

Equally important is mentorship. Experienced tradespeople and engineers pass down decades of knowledge, ensuring vital skills such as steel erection, fabrication accuracy, and mechanical maintenance continue to thrive in a rapidly evolving sector. Our apprenticeship strategy is helping support the next generation of professionals whilst building a strong and diverse workforce. As we continue to expand the programme, we’re excited to see the opportunities, ideas and future leaders it will create.

As Scottish Apprenticeship Week celebrates opportunity, innovation, and growth, the company’s ongoing commitment shows how investing in apprentices today helps secure the strength of tomorrow’s workforce.