Business Details
Trusted Construction & Civil Engineering Solutions
Established in 1853, we are a privately owned construction and civil engineering company with over 170 years of experience delivering projects across the UK and Ireland. Our expertise spans new builds, extensions, refurbishments, and fit-outs for sectors including healthcare, education, defence, transport infrastructure, and commercial developments. With over 850 employees and offices in Belfast, Glasgow, London, Birmingham, Bristol, and Barrow-in-Furness, we prioritise collaboration, innovation, and sustainability in every project.Our commitment to quality is reflected in iconic works such as the Commonwealth Games venues, NHS healthcare facilities, and historic restorations. We invest in the development of our people through 50 annual traineeships and apprenticeships while maintaining a strong focus on community impact and environmental responsibility. Our values of collaboration, commitment, and care guide our approach to client partnerships, subcontractor relationships, and community engagement.
Services
Construction Projects
Civil Engineering
Healthcare Facilities
Education Infrastructure
Refurbishments
Highlights and features
- We have over 170 years of experience in construction and civil engineering
- Our collaborative approach delivers tailored solutions for complex projects
- We operate across 6 UK office locations with 32 live projects annually
- We invest in 50 traineeships and apprenticeships annually
- Our sustainability commitments include carbon reduction and responsible sourcing
Services
Construction Projects
We deliver comprehensive construction solutions including new builds, extensions, and commercial developments. Our expertise covers healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and transport infrastructure. With BREEAM-certified eco-buildings and historic restorations in our portfolio, we combine technical excellence with sustainability across sectors like retail, defence, and leisure.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering capabilities include port developments, river engineering, and road infrastructure projects. We specialise in environmental improvements, public realm works, and bridge construction. Recent projects feature flood protection systems and coastal path reconstructions that balance community needs with ecological considerations.
Healthcare Projects
We construct and refurbish healthcare facilities including hospitals, hospices, and research centres. Our work at Omagh Hospital and Oxford University's IDRM building demonstrates expertise in creating functional medical environments. We understand the unique requirements of healthcare infrastructure and maintain strict compliance with sector-specific regulations.
Education Infrastructure
We deliver educational facilities ranging from primary schools to university research centres. Projects like Bearsden Primary School refurbishment and Levenmouth Campus demonstrate our ability to create modern learning environments. Our work integrates accessibility requirements and future-proof design principles for educational institutions.
Refurbishments
Our refurbishment expertise preserves historic buildings while modernising facilities. Notable projects include G1 George Square in Glasgow and the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin. We combine traditional techniques with modern materials to extend building lifespans while meeting contemporary usage requirements and energy efficiency standards.
Questions
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
We work across healthcare, education, defence, transport infrastructure, commercial, residential, and leisure sectors with specialist expertise in historic building restoration.
How long has the company been operating?
McLaughlin & Harvey has been delivering construction projects since 1853, making us one of the UK's longest-established contracting firms.
Do you offer facilities management services?
Yes, we provide facilities management alongside our core construction and civil engineering services as part of our comprehensive building solutions.
Are sustainability practices integrated into your projects?
Sustainability is central to our approach, demonstrated through carbon reduction plans, BREEAM-certified builds, and responsible sourcing policies across all projects.
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