Philip McKay
Vice Chair, Scottish Collaboration of Transportation Specialists (SCOTS)Philip has worked in local government since 1991, primarily focusing on the management and maintenance of public infrastructure, including roads, bridges, harbours, and quarries. He also contributed to strategic transportation projects, such as the Local Transport Strategy and pan-European initiatives. In his current role with Aberdeenshire Council, Philip leads the team responsible for roads and infrastructure maintenance, overseeing both technical staff and a direct labour organisation.
His remit also includes managing the council’s fleet service, which supports all departments. Philip has actively supported SCOTS, serving as Vice Chair and Chair of the Liaison Committee, and is currently one of its Vice Chairs. He is a graduate of the University of Glasgow, a Chartered Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers, and a Member of the Chartered Management Institute.
My Speaker Sessions
Thursday 27 November 2025
Panel: How Road Condition Monitoring Can Better Feed into Maintenance Planning
- Explore a potential transition to PAS 2161 and its implications for asset management.
- Discuss how modern condition monitoring supports smarter, data-driven maintenance planning.
- Consider how to balance backlog repair with the need to protect road assets from climate impacts.
- Debate what action is needed now to ensure a resilient and sustainable network for future generations.
- Hear insights from those shaping policy and delivery at Transport Scotland and SCOTS.
Speakers
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Alan Ferguson Materials Advisor - Waterman Aspen Transport Scotland -
Mike Hansford Chief Executive Officer The Road Surface Treatments Association -
Peter McGillivray Roads Contracts, Assets and Lighting Manager Glasgow City Council -
Philip McKay Vice Chair Scottish Collaboration of Transportation Specialists (SCOTS)
