The following organisations are Partners in the Build East Sussex network. Click on their logos for details or scroll down the page.
 BusinessLink
Business Link is a national business information, advice and support service, delivered in the South East through six Business Link Providers. Business Link is dedicated to helping businesses and budding entrepreneurs develop and progress by ensuring they can quickly and easily locate and benefit from the broadest range of public, private and voluntary business support services. The service is free and delivered by qualified business advisers and skills advisers giving impartial and independent advice on all aspects of business support and skills needs. For more information go to www.businesslink.gov.uk/southeast
Contact: Bobbie Scragg Email: info@businesslinksussex.co.uk Tel: 0845 600 9 006 Return to top
 Construction Skills
ConstructionSkills is the Sector Skills Council (SSC) for the construction industry. As a partnership between CITB-ConstructionSkills, CIC and CITB Northern Ireland, we are UK-wide and represent the whole industry from professional consultancies to major contractors and SMEs. Established as an SSC in 2003, ConstructionSkills is working to deliver a safe, professional and fully qualified construction workforce through the industry's Sector Skills Agreement. We are responsible for raising employer engagement in training, implementing industry-led skills solutions, securing appropriate funding, producing labour market data, and developing standards and qualifications that meet employer needs. ConstructionSkills is a well run and high performing Sector Skills Council, supporting a sector which is central to the UK economy, generating over 8% of GDP and a turnover of more than £210bn a year. ConstructionSkills is helping construction employers during the downturn and working to maintain skills so the industry can respond when the upturn begins. Contact: Hilary Davies Email: hilary.davies@cskills.org Tel: 07887 822982 Return to top
 Kier
Part of the Kier Group and based locally, the Kier Longley team demonstrates commitment and a desire to work collaboratively with designers and stakeholders. By adopting this approach we can generate close working relationships where risk can be identified and minimised to give added value. With many of our team living in East Sussex and with over 140 years experience in the construction of some of the areas best known buildings, Kier Longley has a proven ability to deliver. Also by utilising our locally based and well proven supply chain we provide much needed employment for the local communities in which we work. Our expertise includes an extensive portfolio in: education, retail, health, leisure, commercial, industrial and community facilities, gained through a mix of traditional, design and build, and now more widely, through framework and negotiated procurement routes.
For more information go to www.kier.co.uk Contact: Ian Moore Email: ian.moore@kier.co.uk Tel: 01293 561212 Return to top
 Mansell
We aim to be the UK's first choice construction partner for delivery of services to the community. Our focus is on constructing communities - places where people live, work, learn, meet, travel, have fun and are cared for. We always endeavour to be a good neighbour in the way we manage our sites and contribute to the sustainability of the communities in which we work. Our dedication to customer service and nurturing long-term relationships brings us high levels of repeat business and the ability to invest and grow. Please browse our website to find out more about the services that we offer and our approach to safely delivering excellent projects.
For more information go to www.mansell.plc.uk Contact: Jason Peck Email: jpeck@mansell.plc.uk Tel: 020 8655 5406 Return to top
 MayGurney
Delivering essential services for our communities. May Gurney is an infrastructure services company. We are committed to helping our clients in the public and regulated sectors deliver sustainable improvements to front-line services across the UK. We make sure that the road, utility, rail and waterways networks and public buildings are well maintained and that household waste is collected, managed and recycled. These essential maintenance services, which are based on long-term contracts, are the ones that are visible to local communities, and make a very real difference to the quality of life. They keep the country running. Our track record in delivering great operational performance has built long-term relationships with our clients, who rely on us to support and anticipate their current needs and improve future outcomes. This focus on excellent customer service drives May Gurney. And we never forget that our clients trust us to engage with their customers - communities and individuals - on their behalf. It's a responsibility that everyone at May Gurney takes very seriously.
For more information go to www.maygurney.co.uk Contact: Kerry Kedge Email: kkedge@maygurney.co.uk Tel: 01603 727202
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 mears
Mears is the leading social housing repairs and maintenance provider in the UK and a growing presence in the domiciliary care market. Mears also has a subsidiary mechanical and engineering division. We’re an ambitious company with a powerful vision, operating in a growing market, with an excellent financial base, strong management, great people and excellent clients. For more information go to www.mearsgroup.co.uk/ Contact: Dave Watson Email: dave.watson@mearsgroup.co.uk Tel: 0870 607 1400 Return to top
 Mitie
MITIE works with hundreds of different companies throughout the UK so there's not much we don't know when it comes to buildings. We're about doing the best job we can every time and doing it with passion. We work in all kinds of sectors that support everyday services that practically everyone, everywhere relies upon, including Social Housing, Central and Local Government, Financial and Professional Services, Property Management, Manufacturing and Logistics and Leisure. The range of services provided includes building conversion, refurbishment and alterations, painting and decorating, planned and reactive maintenance, gas and electrical maintenance and specialist coatings (roofing) For more information go to www.mitie.com Contact: Colin Elcock Email: colin.elcock@mitie.com Tel: 01489 566062 Return to top
 Morgan Sindall
Morgan Sindall is a UK construction, infrastructure and design business with a national network of offices. We work for private and public sector customers on projects from £50,000 to over £500 million. Our activities range from small works and repair and maintenance, to the design and delivery of complex construction and engineering projects where we are able to provide specialist tunnelling, utilities, building, civil engineering and mechanical and electrical services. We operate across the commercial, defence, education, energy, healthcare, industrial, leisure, retail, waste, water and transport sectors. With revenues in excess of £1.5 billion, Morgan Sindall plc is part of Morgan Sindall Group plc, a leading UK construction and regeneration group operating through four divisions of fit out, construction and infrastructure, affordable housing and urban regeneration, which are supported by a specialist investment unit.
For more information go to www.morgansindall.com Contact: Joanne Walker Email: joanne.walker@morgansindall.com Tel: 01489 585100 Return to top
 Osborne
Osborne is one of the UK's leading family-owned construction, civil engineering and property services companies, with expertise in delivering projects for our clients in affordable housing, civic buildings & amenities, commercial property, education, healthcare and transport (including airports, highways and rail). Founded in 1966 by civil engineer Geoffrey Osborne, we employ 1,000 people, have eight offices in the southern half of the UK and an annual turnover of £333.7million.
Our business is about building and maintaining the houses, schools, hospitals, roads, railways, and offices that we all depend on in our daily lives.
For more information go to www.osborne.co.uk Contact: Paul Wyatt Email: paul.wyatt@osborne.co.uk Tel: 01737 234300 Return to top
 RBConstruction
R B Construction Group Ltd was formed in 1978. Since then the R B Group Construction Group has built an enviable reputation as a multi disciplinary construction company from the foundation of a professional and friendly building service. Based in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, we are perfectly located to undertake a variety of work throughout the South East of England. The Company has an extensive client base including several Local Authorities, the National Trust and the Ministry of Defence. In the private sector, a wide range of commercial and industrial projects are undertaken. R B Construction Group is committed to customer satisfaction and this is reflected by the high percentage of repeat business. The Company is comfortable with programme and budgetary restraints without compromise to quality or safety. At R B Construction Group, we believe that a combination of teamwork and a non confrontational approach are the correct ingredients for a successful project. We always endeavour to offer a solution when a problem arises. All trades are covered by permanently employed staff including our extensive joinery works and M&E divisions which are supported by a dedicated management team. Health and Safety receives the highest priority and is never compromised. Our staff are all aware of their responsibilities and duties to not only comply with existing legislation but to exceed it. For more information go to www.rbconstructiongroup.com
Contact: Melissa White Email: info@rbconstructiongroup.com Tel: 01444 246656 Return to top
 SummitSkills
SummitSkills is the Sector Skills Council for Building Services Engineering. We work on behalf of employers to ensure the priorities for skills and competence are recognised by Government and provision is in place to deliver. SummitSkills works to encourage employers of all sizes and types to invest in training and skills from Craft through to professional. It is vital for employers to have an industry recognised qualified and competent workforce to meet the business opportunities for now and into the future so give us a call and join our employer forum.
For more information go to www.summitskills.org.uk Contact: 01908 303960 Email: bob.blake@summitskills.org.uk
Tel: 07834 868959 Return to top
 Sunninghill
Sunninghill Construction is a financially secure Principal Contractor, centrally based in Mid Sussex. Our preferred area of operations extends throughout Sussex, Surrey and West Kent, the Sussex/Hampshire border and the South London Boroughs. Established in 1974, we have a wealth of experience throughout the education, residential, healthcare, commercial, industrial and community sectors; projects being procured on the basis of traditional route, negotiation, Design & Build, 2-Stage, Partnering and Framework. We actively promote and encourage open communication and from initial instruction to proceed, maintain a proactive approach, working collaboratively with Clients and Professionals throughout. We enjoy a close working relationship with our local Supply Chain, achieved through openness, co-operation and the understanding of our respective needs and expertise.
For more information go to www.sunninghill.co.uk Contact: Paul Michaels Email: procurement@sunninghill.co.uk Tel: 01444 416711
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 vinci
Vinci Construction UK Limited building division, is a specialist business operating nationwide throughout the UK and incorporates Crispin & Borst, Norwest Holst, Taylor Woodrow, Gordon Durham, Haymills, Stradform and Weaver. Through our regional office in Maidstone we undertake all types of construction work throughout Sussex & Kent including work under the IESE Tier 2 framework with Sussex County Council. We are fully supportive of East Sussex initiative to promote local business development and involvement in the construction industry.
For more information go to www.vinciconstruction.co.uk Contact: Stephen Hale Email: stephen.hale@cb-group.co.uk Tel: 01622 669225
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 Volker
VolkerFitzpatrick is a multi-disciplinary contractor with an annual turnover of £400 million working in the civil engineering, building and rail infrastructure sectors.
Founded in 1921 as Fitzpatrick Contractors the company has grown organically and now employs more than 900 people. VolkerFitzpatrick's success is based on ensuring it has a sound understanding of the client's vision, which is then delivered on time and to budget. The company has a reputation for innovative engineering solutions and its commitment to innovation and value engineering frequently enables its clients to take advantage of savings in both cost and time. We have expertise in working in the industrial, health, education and infrastructure sectors alongside having an in-house facilities management operation.
For more information go to www.volkerfitzpatrick.co.uk Contact: Mark Phillips Email: mark.phillips@volkerfitzpatrick.co.uk Tel: 01732 455222 Return to top
 Walker
Walker Construction are a multi-disciplined civil engineering and building company based in Folkestone, Kent , serving East Sussex from our area office in Lingfield Surrey. Established in 1964 the Company is still family owned and managed. From the early beginnings as a predominantly roadworks orientated contractor working in Kent and East Sussex the Company has diversified to meet the new challenges of an ever changing industry and expanded our area of operation to better serve our Clients, many of whom operate nationally. Our multi-disciplined approach enables us to keep abreast of current legislation and working practices as well as dealing with new green materials and innovation. Our TRAINING DIVISION provides us with the facility to maintain our staff awareness of current safety issues and changes in safety legislation. Our in house SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION gives us a design and build capability together with providing project management, architectural, building surveying, Health and Safety, CDM and general technical input on all our projects. Traffic management , road markings and anti-skid surfacing is provided by our HIGHWAYS DIVISION whilst the COATINGS DIVISION give us the in house capability to shot blast and apply protective coatings to steel structures. The recent up surge in railway travel has created a further market which we have diversified into which is handled by our RAIL DIVISION. All our Divisions are available to assist you with your project and , as you can see , we have the experience and capability to deliver whether it be new works refurbishment or routine maintenance. Contact: John Wheller Email: admin@walker-construction.co.uk Tel: 01303 851111 Return to top
 WStirlandLTD
W. Stirland carries out projects in East and West Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire. The company's principle construction activities are in the education and housing sectors.
Contact: Shaun Stirland Email: shaun.stirland@wstirland.co.uk Tel: 01243 512381 Return to top
 Westridge
Westridge Construction Ltd is a well established and respected construction company operating within the South East of England on schemes in the education, residential, healthcare, community and commercial sectors. We undertake new build projects, extensions, refurbishments and conversions projects under a variety of procurement routes. Typically our contracts range in value from £250,000 to £7m with our focus dedicated to delivering projects with quality, reliability, speed, flexibility, and cost in mind. • Our offices are located in Bodiam and Hove in East Sussex.
• We directly employ some 135 staff including trade operatives.
• As part of our overall service we also have an ‘In-house' Architect, Health & Safety Manager and HR & Training Manager.
• To ensure consistent quality and delivery we carry out Carpentry, Painters & Decorating, and Groundworks activities in house.
• Our Site Management and General Operative teams are all directly employed.
We operate our business in accordance with our core values which enables us to foster close working relationships with our valued customers and supply chain. We have embraced the changing world of construction and seek to further develop and expand these relationships through our extensive experience of repeat business, partnered arrangements and collaborative working practices. For more information go to www.westridgeconstruction.co.uk Contact: Wayne Marley Email: w.marley@wcluk.co.uk Tel: 01580 830600 Return to top
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