Hector MacAulay MBE, Managing Director of Balfour Beatty's Regional business in Scotland, was featured in New Civil Engineer discussing the significance of school outreach as part of Scottish Apprenticeship Week. The article highlighted The Big School Visit, an education outreach project by Balfour Beatty, aiming to visit primary schools in Scotland to promote careers in construction. Hector emphasized, "Initiatives like the Big School Visit can play a crucial role in eradicating outdated perceptions about careers in construction." The company is committed to inspiring young people to consider apprenticeships in the construction industry.

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