Construction & Civil Engineering Magazine CCE Issue 211 | Page 180

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Rainton Construction , an awardwinning civil engineering and road surfacing company , is built on the solid foundation of family values . Based in Durham , England , the company ’ s commitment to responsible practices has led to continued resilience and success .

As part of MGL Group , one of the region ' s largest privately-owned construction and demolition businesses , the organisation offers single services or end-to-end solutions to reshape the built environment .
The Group ’ s Joint Chief Executive , Dave Elliott affirms : “ Our solid reputation is founded on operational excellence , innovation , and sustainability . Each new project is driven by our dedication to safety , productivity , and creating a lasting positive impact . Whether we operate as principal contractor or through partnership agreements with Tier 1 contractors , we work on projects of all sizes .
“ At the heart of our company lies a strong family ethos , shaping every decision . Our commitment to supporting local communities goes beyond our core services – it ' s a commitment to creating a lasting impact , nurturing growth , and empowering the neighbourhoods we serve .
“ Trust , integrity , and community are the cornerstones of our approach and drive our continued success ,” he continues . “ In 2022 , MGL Group achieved a consolidated turnover of £ 100 million , part of which was due to
Megan Lambert won Trainee Quantity Surveyor of the Year at the CECA Awards 2022
Rainton Construction ’ s impressive growth in the last financial year . We believe that this is a result of our commitment to social , economic , and environmental responsibility . As we move forward , these values will continue to guide us , ensuring that we create a positive impact .
“ We are proud to be actively involved in significant local projects within our region , notably Teesworks , part of the UK ’ s largest freeport . This is a collective group effort , with MGL Demolition and MGL Earthworks playing essential roles in ground remediation and site clearance , while Rainton Construction is currently leading the delivery of the mile-long South Bank Link Road , a crucial access route unlocking the vast 4500-acre site .
“ On another area of the site , we are also part of the project team for the £ 450 million SeAH Wind monopile facility , led by K2 Construction Management . It ’ s one of the largest civil engineering schemes we ' ve taken on to date , with approximately 200 site personnel including our supply chain actively engaged on-site .”
The business continues to strengthen its position by investing in its teams , who are the core of the company ’ s success . Dave elaborates : “ Across the group we employ over 450 talented people . Their vast knowledge and experience embody our founding principles of delivering high-quality workmanship and developing strong partnerships .
“ We foster a supportive and inclusive culture that places a strong emphasis on professional growth and development . Our commitment extends to passing on valuable skills to the next generation . We currently have 25 apprentices , two graduates , a T-Level student and various work placement students , who all gain hands-on experience alongside their studies . We ’ re always excited to see young people progress in their careers .”
The commitment to attracting , developing , and retaining industry talent has been recognised in the form of multiple industry awards . This includes winning the Trainee
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