Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Construction & Civil Engineering Solutions
Established in 1973, Jim Hastings has built a reputation as a trusted family-owned construction and civil engineering contractor. With over five decades of experience, we specialise in groundworks, reinforced concrete foundations, drainage, and building maintenance for commercial and industrial clients. Our team of 35+ professionals, including multiple generations of the Hastings family, delivers projects across the UK from the Midlands to Scotland. We maintain ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, demonstrating our commitment to quality, environmental responsibility, and health and safety excellence. Our dedicated facilities management division serves major supermarkets and facilities management companies, while our in-house plant and equipment ensure project efficiency.We hold preferred supplier status with numerous organisations through consistent delivery of high-calibre services. Our workforce maintains industry certifications including SMSTS, SSSTS, CPCS, and 100% CSCS compliance. We operate a proactive approach to challenges, supported by an in-house Health and Safety/Environmental Manager with IOSH and IEMA membership. Our annual training programme with CITB ensures continuous professional development. We prioritise sustainability, diversity, and equality across all operations, working collaboratively with clients to achieve successful outcomes.
Services
Civil engineering
Groundworks
Building maintenance
Facilities management
Substation works
Paving and kerbing
Drainage solutions
Concrete foundations
Hard landscaping
Energy infrastructure
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- 50 years' experience in construction and civil engineering
- Family-owned business with multi-generational industry expertise
- ISO 9001-certified quality management systems
- Preferred supplier status with major supermarkets and FM companies
- Dedicated in-house plant and equipment fleet
Associations and certifications
- ISO 45001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 9001
- SafeContractor
- Achilles UVDB
- B2 Constructionline
- CHAS
Services
Civil engineering
We deliver comprehensive civil engineering solutions including highways, utilities, and public realm projects. Our expertise covers drainage systems, reinforced concrete structures, and earthworks for commercial and industrial clients. With ISO-certified quality assurance, we manage projects from initial design to final commissioning across the UK.
Groundworks
Our groundworks division specialises in excavation, foundation preparation, and substructure construction. We provide reinforced concrete foundations, floor slabs, and drainage solutions for new developments and infrastructure upgrades. Our in-house plant and experienced team ensure precision and efficiency on every project.
Building maintenance
We offer comprehensive building maintenance services for commercial properties including supermarkets, office blocks, and industrial facilities. Our dedicated division handles both planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring operational continuity for major retailers and facilities management companies across the UK.
Facilities management
Our FM division provides ongoing maintenance solutions for live commercial environments. We specialise in working within operational supermarkets, office blocks, and industrial sites, maintaining building fabric and infrastructure while minimising disruption to daily operations.
Substation works
We deliver specialist substation construction and upgrade projects for energy providers. Our capabilities include transformer bases, bund walls, and structural openings in live electrical environments. We maintain strict safety protocols for works in high-security data storage facilities and power generation sites.
Questions
What areas do you cover for construction projects?
We operate throughout the UK, with particular expertise in the North East. Our projects range from the Midlands to Scotland, including both urban and rural locations.
Are you certified to industry standards?
Yes, we hold ISO 9001 (quality), ISO 14001 (environmental), and ISO 45001 (health and safety) certifications, along with SafeContractor and CHAS accreditations.
What types of clients do you work with?
We serve major supermarkets, facilities management companies, energy providers, and local authorities. Our experience includes working in live commercial environments and secure facilities.
How long have you been in business?
We've been delivering construction solutions since 1973, giving us over 50 years' experience in the industry with three generations of family leadership.
Do you have your own equipment?
Yes, we maintain a comprehensive fleet of plant and machinery at our North East facility, ensuring project efficiency and timely delivery across our operating regions.
