Business Details
Trusted Construction & Civil Engineering Solutions
Established in 1853, McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned construction and civil engineering company with over 170 years of expertise. Our collaborative approach prioritises teamwork with clients, subcontractors, and communities to deliver high-quality projects that shape the built environment. We specialise in construction, civil engineering, and fit-out projects across healthcare, education, defence, retail, transport, and residential sectors. Headquartered in Belfast with offices in Glasgow, London, Birmingham, Bristol, and Barrow-in-Furness, we employ over 850 people committed to innovation, safety, and sustainability. Our long-term partnerships and focus on unlocking potential ensure projects exceed client expectations while benefiting communities.We maintain a strong heritage of excellence, having completed iconic projects like the Guinness Storehouse and Alexander Stadium. Our values of collaboration, commitment, and care drive our agile approach to solving complex challenges. Through continuous professional development, we empower employees to grow their careers within a supportive workplace. Our work spans new builds, extensions, refurbishments, and infrastructure improvements, including flood protection and renewable energy projects. With a legacy of delivering landmark developments since the 19th century, we combine tradition with modern innovation to meet evolving client needs.
Services
Construction Projects
Civil Engineering
Building Refurbishments
Facilities Management
Infrastructure Development
Healthcare Facilities
Education Buildings
Flood Protection Works
Marine Engineering
Commercial Fit-Outs
Highlights and features
- We have over 170 years of experience in construction and civil engineering.
- Our collaborative approach ensures tailored solutions for client-specific needs.
- We deliver projects across 12+ sectors including healthcare, education, and transport.
- Our commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices is embedded in all operations.
- We invest in continuous professional development for all 850+ employees.
Services
Construction Projects
We deliver full-cycle construction projects from concept to completion, specialising in new builds and extensions across commercial, residential, and public sectors. Our expertise covers healthcare facilities, educational institutions, and industrial complexes. With advanced project management techniques, we ensure timely delivery within budget while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering capabilities encompass transportation networks, marine structures, and environmental improvements. We construct roads, bridges, rail infrastructure, and coastal defences while implementing sustainable solutions for flood protection and renewable energy projects. Our approach combines technical expertise with community-focused design to enhance local infrastructure.
Refurbishments
We undertake complex refurbishment projects for historic buildings and modern structures, balancing heritage preservation with contemporary requirements. Our work includes seismic upgrades, energy efficiency improvements, and adaptive reuse of existing buildings. This service extends the lifecycle of structures while meeting modern functionality needs without complete reconstruction.
Facilities Management
Our facilities management service provides comprehensive support for building operations and maintenance. We offer planned preventative maintenance programmes, responsive repair services, and asset management solutions for commercial and public sector clients. This ensures optimal building performance, regulatory compliance, and cost-effective long-term operations.
Flood Protection
We design and construct flood resilience infrastructure using advanced engineering techniques. Recent projects include 2km of flood walls protecting communities along the River Carron. Our solutions integrate seamlessly with urban environments while providing critical protection against climate-related risks through sustainable drainage systems and river engineering.
Questions
What sectors do McLaughlin & Harvey work in?
We deliver projects across 12+ sectors including healthcare, education, defence, transport infrastructure, residential, retail, and industrial developments.
Where does the company operate?
We operate throughout the UK and Ireland with offices in Belfast, Glasgow, London, Birmingham, Bristol, and Barrow-in-Furness.
How many employees do you have?
We employ over 850 construction professionals across our various UK and Ireland locations.
What is your approach to sustainability?
Sustainability is embedded in our operations through responsible supply chain management, energy-efficient building practices, and environmental improvement projects.
What types of construction projects do you handle?
We handle new builds, extensions, refurbishments, infrastructure projects, and specialist facilities including healthcare and education buildings.
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