Construction & Civil Engineering Issue 224 - Nov | Page 111

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projects in recent years, our projects vary between industries and in terms of value; our smallest current project is £ 105,000 whereas our current largest is £ 90 million,” Michael explains.“ To uphold our reputation for quality, we’ re careful not to overstretch ourselves and work on no more than five projects from a main contracting perspective at any one time, to ensure we remain hands-on throughout the process.
“ We’ ve expanded our capabilities by vertically integrating some of our own subcontracting companies to enable us to self-deliver substantial elements of our projects. EP is the main contracting company, but we also operate three other businesses: Switch Technologies, a mechanical and electrical company; EP Masonry, an expert brickwork
▲ Neilus McCarthy
contractor; and Ryker Structures( Ryker), which provides structural alterations and reinforced concrete( RC) frames.”
Award-winning projects
In terms of projects, EP has completed several complicated projects, particularly in Central London.“ Our first ever project, The Artisan 1 and The Artisan 11-13, on Goodge Street, saw us convert existing commercial and retail space into luxury apartments,” Neilus shares.“ The Artisan 1 was awarded the New Homes Grand
Prix and Best Conversion awards by
London Evening Standard in 2016, as well as Best Residential Redevelopment at the UK Property Awards. As a bespoke and highend development with exceptional finishes, this project and its subsequent awards
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