Shepherd and Wedderburn is a key player in the Scottish infrastructure market, managing a growing number of instructions concerning the conclusion of expiring PFI/PPP projects, with a particular focus on the contentious aspects. The firm showcases an impressive portfolio of projects, spanning hospitals, student accommodation, schools, roads and railways, urban renewals, and emerging energy transition initiatives. The ‘exceptional’ Stephen Colliston heads up the team and has extensive PFI/PPP experience, acting for an array of public and private sector entities on new and operational projects. Nigel Sievwright is active across the full gamut of infrastructure design, build and financing matters and has a strong understanding of financing and procuring initiatives.
Testimonials
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‘Effective practical advice, client friendly and collaborative in approach to challenging project delivery.’
‘Stephen Colliston is exceptional in his straightforward and practical approach to advice, and identification of effective solutions in complex projects.’
Key clients
- Acciona Industrial SA/Acciona Industrial UK Limited
- Balfour Beatty
Work highlights
- Advising Balfour Beatty Construction Limited on the West Slopes Student Accommodation Scheme.
- Advising Consort Healthcare (Blackburn) Limited on several variations and service transfers on the Royal Blackburn Hospital project.