Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Construction & Refurbishment Specialists in St Albans
At GD Construction, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality building and refurbishment services across London and the Home Counties. Established in 2005 as an independent entity, our company has built a reputation for reliability, professionalism, and client-focused solutions. With expertise in commercial, residential, healthcare, and education sectors, we work directly with clients, architects, and local authorities to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. Our ISO9001 certification and Safecontractor accreditation reflect our commitment to quality and safety standards.We employ a dedicated team of skilled tradespeople and management professionals, combining decades of experience with innovative processes to achieve best-value outcomes. Our proactive approach, emphasis on open communication, and focus on 'Right First Time' methodologies underpin our success in delivering complex projects. As a local SME, we prioritise sustainability and community engagement while maintaining a proven track record of excellence in construction and refurbishment works.
Services
Construction Management
Refurbishment Projects
Maintenance Services
Extensions & Alterations
Framework Agreements
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- Established in 2005 with a proven track record in 300k-7.5m projects
- ISO9001-certified quality management systems
- Proactive management team with 20+ years average experience
- Specialists in healthcare environments with NHS partnerships
- Local SME with Home Counties supply chain expertise
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- Safecontractor
- CHAS
- Constructionline
What people say
Proven track record
Excellent communication
High quality standards
Trusted contractor
Reliable delivery
Services
Construction Management
We provide comprehensive construction management services for projects ranging from 300k to 7.5m. Our owner-managed structure ensures direct client engagement through dedicated management teams. With ISO9001-certified processes and 20+ years' experience in healthcare, education, and commercial sectors, we deliver complex schemes on time and within budget while maintaining strict compliance with safety and quality standards.
Refurbishment Projects
Specialising in heritage and modern property refurbishment, we handle projects from 250k to 3m. Our expertise includes working with listed buildings, sensitive healthcare environments, and high-spec residential properties. With 15+ years' experience on The Portman Estate framework, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques to preserve architectural integrity while meeting contemporary requirements.
Maintenance Services
We offer planned and reactive maintenance solutions across London and the Home Counties. Our experienced team delivers compliance-focused services with minimal disruption to occupants. Covering both commercial and residential properties, our maintenance contracts range from 30k to 200k annually, supported by 24/7 emergency response availability for critical issues.
Extensions & Alterations
From domestic extensions to commercial alterations, we provide tailored solutions for space enhancement. Our portfolio includes NHS clinic expansions, veterinary practice upgrades, and luxury residential modifications. With dedicated site teams and direct client communication, we complete projects between 100k and 1.5m, ensuring minimal disruption to existing occupants through phased construction approaches.
Framework Agreements
Our framework management team delivers flexible construction solutions under pre-qualification agreements. We handle projects from minor maintenance to 2m+ refurbishments, maintaining consistent quality across all schemes. With established frameworks in healthcare and residential sectors, we provide early contractor involvement and collaborative working models that reduce costs while improving project outcomes through shared best practices.
People
Tom Fitton
Associate Director - Project Management
With The Portman Estate since 2013, Tom oversees framework projects up to 1m value. He manages refurbishment programmes for high-spec residential units and cyclical decoration works, ensuring GD Construction maintains its status as a trusted contractor through consistent quality delivery.
Questions
What sectors does GD Construction specialise in?
We specialise in healthcare, education, commercial, residential, and leisure sectors with particular expertise in NHS environments and heritage buildings.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we hold ISO9001 certification for quality management systems and are Safecontractor-accredited for health and safety compliance.
What project sizes do you handle?
We manage projects from £30k maintenance contracts up to £7.5m new build or refurbishment schemes across London and the Home Counties.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we have extensive experience with Grade II listed properties including detailed joinery restoration and period feature preservation.
How do you ensure project quality?
Through our 'Right First Time' approach, dedicated management teams, ISO-certified processes, and 20-year average staff tenure maintaining consistent standards.
Can you handle occupied premises?
Yes, we specialise in working within operational environments like hospitals and schools using phased construction to minimise disruption.
