Lochlie Construction Group has fast become one of Glasgow’s go-to contractors — and it’s easy to see why. This dynamic, multi-trade, family-run business proudly supports both the public and private sectors, delivering everything from new-build projects and refurbishments to essential maintenance with a hands-on, quality-driven approach.
Under the leadership of Managing Director Dougie Aitken, Lochlie benefits from his wealth of experience as a sharp-eyed Quantity Surveyor and maintains a strong focus on cost control, with commercial principles embedded across every project team.
As their project load increased, Lochlie recognised that modern digital tools were essential for keeping pace with demand and unlocking new opportunities. Turning to Eque2, they implemented Construct for cost and contract management, alongside EValuate for estimating, creating a scalable technological backbone that supports their ongoing growth.
Together, these solutions strengthened their processes, improved reporting accuracy, accelerated invoice workflows, and enhanced the way they tender for new work. Coupled with Lochlie’s entrepreneurial mindset, this has enabled them to grow into the thriving £10 million construction firm they are today.
Hear How Lochlie Construction Group Is Building Total Visibility & Financial Control
The Big Wins Behind Lochlie’s Digital Transformation
Sage 50–Integrated Construction Accounting
- All project costs and data run through Construct, giving the team live, accurate information across every contract.
- Real-time cost visibility ensures everyone collaborates using the same up-to-date figures and extract accurate reports.
Seamless Site-to-Office Connection with Automated Timesheets
- With a workforce of 70+ people across multiple sites, the timesheets app removes the need for manual, paper-based processes.
- Labour costs flow automatically into Construct and then into Sage 50, giving the finance team instant visibility for review and approval.
Invoices Processed in Just 30 Seconds
- Previously, processing 500–700 invoices took more than 8–9 minutes each.
- With Invoice Capture, the team can now process an invoice in around 30 seconds — providing exponential efficiency gains.
Managing 300+ Tenders Every Year
- Using EValuate, Lochlie has transformed its estimating and tendering processes.
- The team can issue tender enquiries and documentation to subcontractors with ease, making the entire process faster, smoother, and far more efficient.
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