Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Construction Specialists in the North West
Portal Construction N W Construction NW has established itself as a leading commercial construction specialist in the North West of England. With over four decades of collective experience, our dependable management team combines expertise with technical knowledge to deliver industrial and commercial projects ranging from 5,000 to 250,000 square feet. We operate as main contractors for design-and-build projects, leveraging long-standing partnerships with sub-contractors and design consultants to ensure efficiency and high standards. Our team directly employs skilled staff and maintains an extensive plant fleet, enabling in-house delivery of groundworks and civil engineering. We prioritise health and safety through regular monitoring and hold accreditations including CHAS registration and Constructionline membership.Our BREEAM expertise has delivered Excellent certificates in recent projects, while adherence to the Considerate Constructors Scheme ensures community-focused practices. We maintain transparency through a five-stage cooperation process, from initial enquiry to project handover, underpinned by core values of safety, loyalty, efficiency, quality, and sustainability. Our repeat client rate demonstrates trust in our ability to transform client ideas into reality while maintaining strict timelines and budgets.
Services
Construction Management
BREEAM Compliance
Small Works
Design & Planning
Civil Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of combined management experience in industrial construction
- Our in-house groundworks team and plant fleet ensure direct quality control
- We maintain CHAS and Constructionline accreditations for safety compliance
- BREEAM Excellent certification achieved in three consecutive projects
- Direct client collaboration from initial design to project completion
Associations and certifications
- CHAS
- Constructionline
What people say
Excellent work
Completed on time
Minimum of fuss
Genuine desire to do a good job
Professional approach
Services
Construction Management
We act as principal contractor and designer for complete construction projects. Our team manages groundworks, subcontractor coordination, safety compliance, and building control to ensure timely delivery of steel-framed industrial units between 5,000-250,000 sq ft.
BREEAM Compliance
Our experts deliver buildings meeting BREEAM standards, achieving Excellent ratings in recent projects. We handle environmental assessments, energy efficiency measures, and considerate constructor scheme requirements to ensure sustainable development practices throughout construction.
Civil Engineering
We directly undertake civil engineering projects using owned excavators, dumpers, and experienced groundworkers. Services include site preparation, drainage systems, and structural foundations for both standalone contracts and integrated developments.
Design & Planning
Partnering with architects and engineers, we provide full design services including planning permission submissions. Our scope covers architectural design, topographical surveys, and principal designer responsibilities to transform client concepts into approved construction plans.
Small Works
We deliver smaller commercial units and building extensions using the same skilled teams as major projects. This includes adapting existing structures while maintaining quality standards and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
People
Nigel Andrews
Managing Director
With over 30 years in construction, Nigel established Portal Construction N W Construction NW in 1992 after roles at TRIALT Civil Engineering. He oversees strategic direction and large-scale project delivery across the North West.
Jon Pochin
Director
Jon brings extensive civil engineering expertise from major projects like Canary Wharf Station and the Lee Tunnel. He manages technical delivery and client relationships for complex developments.
Questions
What types of construction projects do you specialise in?
We focus on industrial and commercial buildings between 5,000-250,000 sq ft, including steel-framed warehouses, distribution centres, and business parks across the North West.
Can you handle both small and large-scale developments?
Yes, we deliver projects from £250,000 to £10 million, including small extensions and major industrial complexes using the same quality standards.
How do you ensure construction quality and safety?
We maintain CHAS accreditation, employ dedicated safety consultants, and conduct regular site audits to meet Constructionline standards and BREEAM requirements.
Do you provide end-to-end construction services?
Yes, we offer full project management from initial design through to handover, including planning permission, groundworks, and building completion.
What sustainability practices do you implement?
We achieve BREEAM Excellent ratings through energy-efficient designs, waste reduction strategies, and considerate constructor scheme compliance in all developments.
How quickly can you start a new project?
With our in-house teams and equipment, we typically begin within 24 hours of contract agreement, maintaining efficient timelines for all developments.
