Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Construction Contractors in Brighton
Established in 1955, Pilbeam Construction has evolved from a family-run enterprise into a respected construction firm with a 40-strong team delivering multi-million-pound projects across the South East. Our expertise spans commercial, healthcare, education, heritage, and residential sectors, underpinned by ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications. We prioritise a collaborative, proactive approach, fostering long-term client relationships through transparent communication and problem-solving agility. Our team's deep industry knowledge and 'can do' attitude ensure successful delivery of contracts ranging from 50,000 to 7.5 million, even in complex live environments. With in-house expertise in NEC and Design & Build contracts, we combine traditional values with cutting-edge technology like Union Square software for meticulous planning.Our commitment to sustainability, affordability, and reliability is demonstrated through award-winning projects, including Grade II listed restorations and modern STEM facilities. Backed by CHAS accreditation and Constructionline registration, we maintain a loyal supply chain to address specialist needs, ensuring minimal disruption and maximum quality. Client testimonials highlight our professionalism, timely delivery, and ability to transform challenging briefs into celebrated outcomes. From initial design to final handover, we provide end-to-end project management with a focus on exceeding expectations.
Services
New Build
Traditional Contracts
Extensions & Alterations
Refurbishment & Renovation
Design & Build
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We have a proven track record delivering projects from 50,000 to 7.5 million since 1955
- Our ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications demonstrate quality and environmental management excellence
- We provide a collaborative, proactive approach with transparent communication throughout projects
- Our 40-strong team combines in-house expertise with trusted supply chain specialists
- We utilise cutting-edge Union Square software for meticulous planning and efficient resequencing
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- CHAS
- Constructionline
What people say
Excellent job
Outstanding managers
Successful delivery
High standard
Proactive and helpful
Services
New Build Projects
We design and construct bespoke buildings ranging from community halls to university laboratories. Our expertise includes managing complex projects in live environments while maintaining strict deadlines and budgets. Clients benefit from our ISO-certified quality control and innovative planning techniques that minimise disruptions.
Refurbishment Works
Specialists in upgrading historic and modern buildings, including Grade II listed properties and healthcare facilities. Our approach balances preservation with modernisation, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations while delivering sustainable, future-ready spaces for educational and commercial clients.
Traditional Contracts
We execute projects under traditional contract frameworks with transparent cost management and rigorous quality assurance. This includes working with NEC contracts and design-and-build models, providing clients with flexibility and financial certainty from initial planning through to completion.
Design & Build
Offering end-to-end solutions from concept to completion, our design-and-build service integrates architectural vision with practical construction expertise. This streamlined approach reduces project timelines by 20-30% while maintaining strict adherence to budgetary parameters and sustainability standards.
Heritage Restoration
Preserving historical integrity while implementing modern functionality, we restore listed buildings and ancient monuments using specialist techniques. Our work on Saxon churches and historic manor houses demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and compliance with English Heritage guidelines.
People
Andrew Arrow
Director
MCIOB-qualified director with extensive experience in construction management. Leads strategic direction while maintaining hands-on involvement in complex projects, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and client expectations across all sectors.
Alan Corbett
Director
MSc-qualified, FCIArb-accredited director specialising in dispute resolution and contract management. Oversees project governance and risk mitigation, bringing technical expertise to both traditional and design-and-build contracts across commercial and healthcare sectors.
Questions
What sectors does Pilbeam Construction specialise in?
We work across education, healthcare, commercial, residential, heritage, and leisure sectors, delivering both new builds and refurbishment projects tailored to each industry's specific requirements.
Are you accredited for quality and environmental standards?
Yes, we hold ISO 9001 (quality management) and ISO 14001 (environmental management) certifications, along with CHAS and Constructionline accreditations demonstrating our commitment to industry best practices.
How do you handle projects in operational environments?
Our proven methodology includes detailed pre-planning, phased execution, and real-time communication strategies to minimise disruption when working in live settings like schools, hospitals, and commercial premises.
What project sizes do you typically handle?
We successfully deliver contracts ranging from £50,000 minor works to £7.5 million major developments, adapting our approach to suit each project's scale and complexity while maintaining consistent quality standards.
Can you manage both design and construction phases?
Yes, our in-house team handles full project lifecycles from initial design through to completion using integrated software tools that ensure seamless coordination between architectural vision and construction execution.
How do you ensure project deadlines are met?
We employ proactive risk management, Union Square software for detailed scheduling, and efficient resequencing techniques. Our 69-year track record demonstrates consistent on-time delivery across thousands of projects in challenging environments.
