Hercules PLC (LSE:HERC) has announced its expansion into Scotland to meet growing demand in the local construction industry.
The company has opened an office in Motherwell to support clients and supply skilled workers for infrastructure projects.
Scotland’s construction sector reached £16.7 billion in output in 2024 and is forecast to grow by 2% annually, Hercules highlighted. The workforce is expected to expand to 214,500 by 2029.
Hercules is targeting the shortage of 3,590 additional workers needed annually through investment in apprenticeships and digital onboarding.
“As Hercules expands into Scotland, we are energised by the opportunity to play a pivotal role in the nation's infrastructure transformation. "Scotland stands at the forefront of the UK's growth in renewables, transport, and civil engineering, but it faces a critical shortage of skilled labour," said Brusk Korkmaz, CEO of Hercules.
"Our mission is to bridge that gap, delivering not just people, but pre-trained, safety-focused teams who are ready to make an immediate impact on major projects."
Korkmaz added that Hercules will invest in local talent, apprenticeships, and digital innovation, and partner with Scottish communities, contractors, and authorities.
"Hercules is committed to supporting economic growth, sustainability, and the delivery of world-class infrastructure. We're here to help Scotland build for the future, safely, efficiently, and with lasting social value."