Duncan said “To have such a prestigious institution as RICS Scotland recognise my work in the property sector is an honour indeed and I am delighted to have been invited to become a Fellow”.

The Ogilvie Group was set up by Duncan’s grandfather in 1953, which has seen unprecedented growth under Duncan’s leadership since 1989.

Another stunning new Show Home is also now available to view at Dovecote Steadings in Haddington with outstanding views from almost every room in the house. The launch of Ogilvie Homes new development at Strathearn View in the picturesque location of Bridge of Earn in Perthshire comprising of luxury four bed detached villas has been well received with prices starting from £245,000. Sales brochures and pricing are available on the website www.ogilviehomes.co.uk and from the on-site marketing suite on (01738) 813638.

Ogilvie Homes are continuing to offer exciting incentives tailored to suit individual needs. Shared Equity, Assist 2 Move, Part Exchange and Assured Move to name but a few, with Part Exchange reintroduced at New Park Gardens, St. Ninians, Stirling. Prices on this development start from an amazing £148,500 for the two-bed Rannoch house type.  Images and video tours, as well as details of the incentives and offers available for each site, are listed on Homes new website www.ogilviehomes.co.uk

They also raised around £3000 for charity.

The area around Ogilvie’s headquarters at Pirnhall Business Park was turned into a fairground on Saturday (August 20). Staff and families enjoyed everything from a sports arena, a bucking bronco and (more sedate) pony rides, to a bouncy castle and lots of great things to eat, including marshmallows dipped into a very popular chocolate fountain.

There were also bungee trampolines, magic shows, and an expert armed with all types of animals… from little rabbits to scarier snakes and a tarantula spider. Keeping things moving was a guest DJ.

Although some activities were free, others attracted a small charge – in turn raising much-needed charity cash.

Group chief executive Duncan Ogilvie said: “The fete was a great success.

“We estimate around 250 people attended, raising a huge amount of money for charity. We thank all our staff and their families for their support. The weather was great and hopefully everyone had a fantastic day out.”

The final fundraising tally for the event totalled £2,955.75. The final charity recipients have still to be decided.

Ogilvie Group has grown in recent years from its core activities of construction and housebuilding to also cover vehicle fleet management, IT and communications and commercial property development. To find out more visit www.ogilvie.co.uk