Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Construction & Refurbishment Specialists in St Albans
At GD Construction, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality construction and refurbishment services while maintaining a customer-centric approach. Established in 2005, our company has built a reputation for reliability and excellence across Commercial, Residential, Healthcare, and Education sectors. Our owner-managed structure ensures personal commitment to every project, supported by a proactive management team with decades of collective experience. We adopt a 'Right First Time' methodology, combining value engineering and lean processes to achieve cost-effective solutions. With ISO 9001 certification and accreditations from Safecontractor, CHAS, and Constructionline, we uphold rigorous quality and safety standards.Our local SME status enables tailored delivery across London and the Home Counties, prioritising open communication and minimal disruption. We specialise in projects ranging from 300k to 7.5m, serving clients including the NHS, Merlin Entertainment, and The Portman Estate. Our dedicated workforce, 70% of whom have been with us for over 20 years, ensures consistent quality across all scales of work. We maintain transparency through continuous knowledge sharing and post-project evaluations to drive improvement. This combination of experience, accreditation, and client focus underpins our track record of completing projects on time and within budget.
Services
Commercial Construction
Residential Refurbishment
Healthcare Projects
Framework Agreements
Maintenance Services
Small Works
Extensions & Alterations
Restoration
Project Management
Value Engineering
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Owner-managed company with personal commitment to quality
- Proactive team with 20+ years' collective industry experience
- ISO 9001-certified quality management systems
- Proven track record in 300k-7.5m projects
- Local SME with deep Home Counties knowledge
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- Safecontractor
- CHAS
- Constructionline
Services
Commercial Construction
We deliver commercial construction projects ranging from office refurbishments to new builds. Our expertise covers modern and listed properties, with a focus on maintaining operational continuity during works. Clients benefit from our ISO 9001-certified processes and 15+ years' experience in London's commercial sector.
Residential Refurbishment
Specialising in luxury residential refurbishments up to 2m, we restore period features while integrating modern amenities. Our work for The Portman Estate demonstrates our ability to handle high-specification properties with minimal disruption to occupants.
Healthcare Projects
With extensive NHS experience, we manage sensitive healthcare construction requiring strict infection control. Our portfolio includes ward upgrades and operating theatre refurbishments, completed while maintaining hospital operations.
Framework Agreements
We provide flexible building solutions under framework agreements, handling projects from 50k maintenance to 250k new works. Our dedicated management team ensures consistent quality across multiple sites and project types.
Project Management
Our management team oversees projects from 300k to 7.5m, coordinating architects and surveyors. Using 'Right First Time' principles, we guarantee compliance with regulations while maintaining budgetary control and timely delivery.
People
Tom Fitton
Associate Director - Project Management
With 15+ years at GD Construction, Tom oversees major projects for The Portman Estate. He ensures high standards through rigorous site management and client communication, leveraging his expertise in residential refurbishment.
Questions
What sectors does GD Construction specialise in?
We work across Commercial, Residential, Healthcare, Education, and Leisure sectors, with particular expertise in NHS projects and luxury residential refurbishments.
What accreditations does GD Construction hold?
We maintain ISO 9001 certification and are accredited by Safecontractor, CHAS, and Constructionline for quality and safety standards.
Do you handle projects outside London?
While based in Hertfordshire, we operate across the Home Counties and accept select projects nationwide through our flexible framework agreements.
What project sizes do you manage?
Our typical projects range from £300k to £7.5m, with specialist teams handling both small maintenance works and large-scale new builds.
How do you ensure quality control?
Through ISO-certified processes, regular staff training, and post-project reviews, we maintain consistent quality across all our construction and refurbishment projects.
