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we will be repairing the bandstand, which is a Grade II listed structure, and repairing all the joinery. Although we work on both listed and non-listed buildings, all projects are considered heritage schemes due to the need to protect various fixtures and fittings. The specific requirements depend on the clients’ contracts and their desires, but generally, even if they are modernising it, they still aim to maintain the original character of the building,” he clarifies.
When working on such heritage projects, Rosslee adopts a careful approach that enables it to strike a balance between the old and the modern.“ It all comes down to effective management. For heritage projects, we employ a contracts manager and a site manager who have experience working on listed buildings. This ensures that they are familiar with the types of work required and what elements of the building need to be protected. Additionally, they collaborate closely with clients, the architects and conservation officers to understand what is most important. Our team’ s experience in handling these types of buildings truly makes a difference in the execution of the project,” Michael affirms.
Value driven
Whilst on the topic of workforce and teamwork, Michael briefly highlights Rosslee’ s company values and their impact on its wider mission and daily operations.“ Having been a family-owned business for the past 23 years, I believe we have created a closeknit community where every member of staff gets along, which exemplifies one of our core values. Moreover, we are dedicated to using local suppliers and subcontractors, with whom we have built strong relationships over the past two decades. We like to think that as we grow, they grow alongside us.”
Rosslee has partnered with Greenarc to develop a new carbon reduction strategy and roadmap to becoming Net Zero, and some
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