Infrastructure & Capital Projects

Our team of legal experts offer comprehensive advice on all stages of infrastructure projects, from inception to completion and operational delivery. We have a team built of the most ranked individuals for construction in Scotland who've been working in the Scottish marketplace for decades and have the solutions to challenges you face today and tomorrow.

Your project, our expertise, fused together

We have deep knowledge of both public and private sector projects, including buildings, roads, railways, bridges, airports, hospitals, schools, office blocks, and civil infrastructure.

We offer strategic guidance on minimising transaction risk and cost and have the expertise to help navigate planning issues, high inflation, and regulatory compliance. Our team is on hand to assist with structuring projects to ensure value for money and can support you to secure finance.

"The Morton Fraser MacRoberts teams proved to be an excellent fit for our organisation, and surpassed expectations in terms of delivery."

Chambers 2025

"Morton Fraser MacRoberts has an incredibly approachable team with a practical and pragmatic take on issues. The team is able to handle complex matters and has a good level of expertise."

Chambers 2025

Exemplary knowledge of the sector, particularly in relation to creative industries and international IP issues. I felt very comfortable asking what I feared were often quite obvious questions.

Chambers & Partners

Our record makes us the right fit for your project

We ensure adherence to complex regulations and standards to prevent delays and penalties. We're experts in drafting contracts with clear terms that reduce disputes and streamline project timelines. Our commitment to transparency and accountability enables us to build trust with clients, investors, contractors, and government agencies.

Our offering helps align projects with long-term goals, achieving greater project success.

Partnership across the project lifecycle

By integrating legal services at each stage, infrastructure projects can achieve smoother execution, reduced risks, and greater overall success.

  • Early Stage Inception

    We can help with feasibility studies, site optioneering and the identification of planning constraints, securing funding and ensuring compliance with regulations.

  • Planning and Design

    Our experts can guide you through planning permission/consenting, environmental assessments, community consultations and ensure designs meet legal standards.

  • Land Rights

    We're on hand to help manage land acquisitions, and compulsory purchase orders.

  • Planning and Consent

    We will guide you through the consenting process, including representation at public inquiry if necessary.

  • Procurement

    We can guide you through procurement process, ensuring compliance. We'll draft and review contracts to protect your interests and minimise risks.

  • Construction and Commissioning

    We’ll manage all contractual arrangements and proactively handle disputes should they arise, ensuring swift resolution through negotiation or formal proceedings where necessary. 

  • Handover and Closeout

    Our team will ensure all legal obligations are met and help you transition to the operational phase.

Case Study

SSE - Pathway to 2030 programme

SSE's "Pathway to 2030" project is an ambitious initiative aimed at upgrading the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland to support the UK's net zero targets.
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A leading firm in Scotland for complex disputes in the trade mark area. They are sensible, pragmatic and a pleasure to work with.

Chambers & Partners

Exemplary knowledge of the sector, particularly in relation to creative industries and international IP issues. I felt very comfortable asking what I feared were often quite obvious questions.

Chambers & Partners

Their approach of dedicated, capable partners with excellent market knowledge of our business is fantastic.
  • Case Study

    Edinburgh schools project

    The Edinburgh School's project aims to provide modern, high-quality educational facilities for pupils in Edinburgh, ensuring that they are educated in a safe and conducive learning environment.

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  • Case Study

    Transport Scotland

    Transport Scotland's infrastructure upgrades are crucial for enhancing Scotland's transportation network. These projects aim to improve connectivity, support economic growth, enhance safety, and provide environmental benefits.

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  • Case Study

    BAM

    Acting for BAM Properties Limited, and in partnership with Federated Hermes, in relation to in relation to a speculative office development at at Capital Square, Morrison Street, in the heart of the Exchange-Edinburgh's commercial district.

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Our Infrastructure & Capital Projects experts

With a team of thirty six experts, our legal offering is large enough to handle any project or dispute in Scotland.

  • Gavin Thomson

    Partner

    Gavin advises employers, contractors, and design teams on a wide range of construction and engineering disputes, from residential defects to multi-million-pound infrastructure and energy projects

  • Jonathan Seddon

    Partner

    Jonathan's expertise spans offices, industrial, leisure and hospitality, retail, and all aspects of the living sector—including Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA), Build to Rent (BTR), housebuilding, and care.

  • Jennifer McKay

    Partner

    Jen acts on behalf of employers, main contractors, sub-contractors, members of the design team, and insurers in a wide variety of construction disputes across multiple sectors.

  • Gillian Campbell

    Partner

    Gillian regularly advises on development, investment and landlord and tenant work and also on the property aspects of major infrastructure projects and cross border transactions.

Case Study

NHS Lanarkshire, The Monklands replacement project

A major initiative to design and construct a new hospital at Wester Moffat, Airdrie, Lanarkshire. It will be Scotland's largest capital project, representing a significant investment in healthcare and setting a benchmark for sustainable construction.

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Infrastructure & Capital Projects insights
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JCT launches new Target Cost Contract at Annual Construction Industry Reception

At its Annual Construction Industry Reception held on the Terrace of the House of Commons on 13 June 2025, the Joint Contracts Tribunal (JCT) introduced its new Target Cost Contract (TCC) which is designed to share risk and promote collaborative working in construction projects. In this article, Neil Kelly, Consultant explores the key features of the new contract.

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ICE and RICS publish details of new conflict avoidance processes

To coincide with Conflict Avoidance Week 2025, ICE and RICS have just published details of their own conflict avoidance processes, which are designed to avoid conflict and disputes in the construction sector by the use of a Conflict Avoidance Panel (CAP).

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New rules on reporting payment practices in the construction sector

From 1 March 2025, certain companies face new legal requirements to include information about retentions when reporting on payment practices.

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In conversation with Len Bunton, Chair of the Steering Group of the Conflict Avoidance Coalition

Len Bunton, Chair of the Steering Group of the Conflict Avoidance Coalition, and Neil Kelly of MFMac discuss disputes in the construction sector and the work of the Coalition. 

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Sector compliance

MFMAC is proud to maintain ISO accreditations that reflect our commitment to quality, information security, and continual improvement in all aspects of our legal services.

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Trusted Construction legal advisors across the UK

Our specialist Construction team, with over 35 lawyers, is a premier legal resource in Scotland. Supported by expert teams, we manage Scottish aspects of UK-wide deals, handling large transactions efficiently and within tight deadlines

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