Business Details
27 Years
experience
Expert Construction Services in Stornoway
Established in 1999, CalMax Construction has become one of the largest building and civil engineering contractors in the Western Isles. Our main offices are based on the outskirts of Stornoway, Isle of Lewis, where we leverage extensive local expertise in rural construction and remote civil engineering projects. With a team that directly employs most construction and civil trades in-house, we deliver tailored solutions across new affordable housing developments, utilities, commercial projects, and planned maintenance. Our approach prioritises cost-effective partnerships with clients while maintaining quality, supported by ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 accreditations. We serve clients across the Western Isles, including major organisations like Scottish Water, SSE, and Highlands and Islands Airports. Our 25-year track record includes over 230 completed homes and complex infrastructure projects, reflecting our commitment to overcoming logistical challenges posed by harsh weather conditions.We utilise cutting-edge surveying technology and maintain a fleet of hireable plant machinery, ensuring flexibility and efficiency across projects of all scales. Client testimonials highlight our reliability in meeting deadlines and budgets, with recent successes including the handover of 33 new homes to Hebridean Housing Partnership. Our renewable energy expertise extends to underfloor heating systems and air source heat pump maintenance, aligning with modern sustainability demands. Through continuous investment in staff training and equipment, we uphold our reputation as a trusted partner for construction and civil engineering needs in remote and challenging environments.
Services
Civil Engineering
Housing Developments
Commercial Projects
Groundworks
Surveying Services
Plant Hire
CCTV Drainage Surveys
Plumbing & Heating
Design & Build
Feasibility Studies
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We offer 25 years' experience in rural construction on the Isle of Lewis
- Our in-house trades ensure quality control across all project phases
- We implement cost-saving strategies without compromising project requirements
- Our ISO 9001-certified quality management systems guarantee consistent standards
- We partner with major clients including Scottish Water and SSE
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering division handles underground services, maintenance work, and large-scale infrastructure projects. With contracts for Scottish Water and SSE, we deliver tailored solutions for roads, drainage, and utilities. Our expertise extends to coastal defence works and river realignment projects in challenging environments.
Housing Developments
We specialise in affordable housing developments, having completed 230+ homes over the past decade. Our services include site development, new build houses, and pre-fabricated properties for housing associations and private clients. Recent projects include 72-unit developments with energy-efficient specifications.
Commercial Projects
From business centres to industrial facilities, we deliver commercial buildings and ongoing maintenance services. Our portfolio includes the Galson Business Centre and maintenance contracts for Highlands and Islands Airports. We handle projects from initial design to final completion.
Groundworks
Our groundworks team provides excavations, driveways, fencing, and underground services. Using modern equipment, we prepare sites for construction while adhering to strict safety and environmental standards. Services include house site clearance and garden turfing.
Plant Hire
We offer machinery hire with skilled operators for construction projects. Our fleet includes small tools and large civil engineering equipment, supporting both our own projects and external clients' requirements across the Western Isles.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily operate throughout the Western Isles, including Stornoway and the Isle of Lewis, handling projects in both urban and remote locations.
What accreditations do you hold?
We maintain ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), and ISO 45001 (Health & Safety) accreditations through Citation Certification.
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
Our expertise covers housing developments, commercial buildings, civil engineering infrastructure, and renewable energy projects across the Western Isles.
Can you handle large-scale housing projects?
Yes, we've delivered over 230 homes in the past decade, including recent 72-unit developments for Hebridean Housing Partnership.
Do you offer maintenance services?
We provide planned and reactive maintenance for commercial buildings and infrastructure, with contracts for major organisations like Scottish Water.
