It is believed the company will formally enter administration this week and up to 700 jobs could go should no buyer be found.
Harry Frew, Regional Secretary of UCATT, said: "It's extremely disappointing to hear that WJ Harte is facing such difficulties threatening hundreds of jobs. We hope that a buyer can be found and jobs preserved. UCATT is seeking a meeting with the administrators to establish what the future holds for our members."
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Mr Frew, added: "The impact of these potential job losses across central Scotland will be a major blow to workers and their families. It is imperative that everything is done to safeguard these valuable construction jobs."
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