Reclaimed timber, Lower Campfield
During demolition we salvaged timber from the original mezzanine floor and reworked it into bespoke wall panelling throughout the building, preserving a sense of history while reducing waste.
Responsibility
Sustainability
Sustainability is part of how we build, not just for today but for the buildings’ whole lives. It runs from our first BREEAM projects to the solar panels powering our workshop.
Our approach
Building for the whole life of a building
We are delivering our first BREEAM-accredited projects, including Lower Campfield in Manchester, where we are working toward a BREEAM Very Good rating through targeted action on energy, waste, materials and site management.
A dedicated in-house sustainability team makes sure BREEAM requirements are understood and implemented by site teams and subcontractors, and looks for chances to exceed minimum targets.
Our fleet is moving to electric, and solar panels installed with B-eng now power our joinery workshop, so production in Wigan runs on renewable energy.
Case studies
Sustainability, on site
1930s feature wood, Kings House
Original exposed structural beams and feature timber were restored and retained in The Loft, Kings House’s fourth-floor workspace.
Solar-powered workshop, Amspec HQ
Panels installed with B-eng now power our joinery workshop, reducing our reliance on grid electricity for in-house production.
Every project
What we do as standard
- Monitoring deliveries to cut unnecessary vehicle movements
- Reusing timber, metal and fixtures from strip-outs
- Local suppliers to shorten transport and support the regional economy
- On-site waste segregation and recycling
- Sustainably sourced and recycled materials
- Energy-efficient design developed with clients and architects
- Digital tools and plans to reduce paper
- LED lighting and energy-saving systems as standard
- Regular reviews of site environmental performance
Targets
Our 2025/26 goals
2025/26 goal
Fleet
We are 50% hybrid today and preparing to go fully electric, with on-site charging once the technology is proven.
2025/26 goal
Travel
More shared-travel options for employees to cut commuting emissions.
2025/26 goal
Timber
Using sustainable timber in more innovative ways in place of carbon-intensive materials like steel.
2025/26 goal
Review
Constantly monitoring and improving our approach.
Documents
Carbon Reduction Plan 2025–2026
Our carbon reduction plan, environmental policy, ISO 14001 certificate and waste carrier’s licence are available on request.