Business Details
16 Years
experience
Expert Debt Recovery Services in Sheffield
Established in 2010, Contract Recovery Solutions (CRS) is a specialist construction and commercial debt recovery agency headquartered in Sheffield with offices in London. Our expertise lies in providing tailored debt recovery solutions for lenders, insolvency practitioners, and SMEs, combining the skills of certified debt recovery specialists, quantity surveyors, and project management professionals. With a focus on complex construction and commercial debt cases, we offer services including credit control, dispute resolution, claim preparation, and management of legal claims. Our team brings decades of combined experience in construction finance and debt recovery, ensuring clients receive practical, cost-effective solutions.CRS operates on a no-win, no-fee basis, prioritising transparency and maximising recoveries while maintaining client relationships. We provide free initial ledger reviews, debtor reports, and advisory services to help businesses understand their financial positions. Our success stories include recovering 158% of a client's ledger through meticulous analysis of retentions and contractual debts. CRS is committed to delivering expert-led, ethical debt recovery services underpinned by industry-specific knowledge and a client-centric approach.
Services
Construction Debt Recovery
Commercial Debt Recovery
Credit Control
Debtor Reports
Dispute Resolution
Claim Preparation
Legal Claims Management
Retention Recovery
Advisory Services
Free Ledger Review
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer free initial ledger reviews with detailed recovery predictions.
- Our team includes certified debt recovery specialists and quantity surveyors.
- No-win, no-fee structure ensures aligned incentives.
- Proven success in recovering complex construction debts and retentions.
- Tailored credit control solutions protect client relationships during recovery.
What people say
Professional and efficient service
Maximise all recoveries made
Trusted collection agency
Hands-on assistance
Excellent reputation
Services
Construction Debt Recovery
Specialist recovery of construction-related debts including retentions, contractual disputes, and work-in-progress claims. Our team combines quantity surveying expertise with debt recovery strategies to maximise returns for insolvency practitioners and contractors. We handle complex cases involving main contractors, sub-contractors, and property developers.
Commercial Debt Recovery
Targeted recovery of commercial debts for SMEs and lenders. We manage ledgers of all sizes, offering tailored solutions for insolvent companies and distressed businesses. Our services include ledger analysis, dispute mitigation, and legal claims management to recover overdue payments across industries.
Credit Control
Proactive credit management services to improve cash flow. We provide outsourced credit control, sales ledger monitoring, and dispute resolution while maintaining client relationships. Our team implements efficient collection processes to reduce DSO and prevent bad debt accumulation.
Debtor Reports
Detailed debtor viability assessments for lenders and insolvency practitioners. Our reports evaluate business sustainability, security risks, and recovery potential through manual analysis rather than automated algorithms. We identify hidden assets and provide actionable recommendations for debt resolution.
Advisory Services
Expert financial advisory for lenders and businesses facing debt challenges. We offer pre-appointment debtor verification, credit control audits, and recovery strategy development. Our advisory team provides on-site support during insolvency proceedings to maximise asset realisation and improve recovery outcomes.
People
Tim Shore
Managing Director
Quantity Surveying graduate with 20+ years in construction finance. Founded CRS in 2010 after roles at Gleeson and Bowmer & Kirkland. Specialises in construction debt recovery and business leadership.
Siobhan Smith
Director
Co-founder with responsibility for company finance and HR. Joined CRS in 2010, transitioning from Office Manager to Director. Brings operational and financial management expertise to the leadership team.
Ellen Burniston
Head of Collections
Joined CRS in 2012, progressing to Head of Collections. Holds Level 4 NVQ in Business Administration. Specialises in managing complex debt portfolios and leading collections teams with a focus on construction sector challenges.
Charlie Myers
Head of Sales and Marketing
Sales leader with 6+ years at CRS. Focuses on business development through nationwide networking. Combines debt recovery expertise with strategic marketing to expand CRS's industry presence.
Mark Farrell
Collections Manager
Construction debt specialist with 5+ years at CRS. Former roles at Largo & Capita. Applies sector-specific knowledge to recover challenging debts while maintaining client relationships.
Questions
What debt recovery services do you specialise in?
We specialise in construction and commercial debt recovery, credit control, dispute resolution, and retention recovery for lenders, insolvency practitioners, and SMEs.
Do you offer free debt advice?
Yes, we provide free initial ledger reviews and one-hour debt advice sessions with no obligation.
How does your no-win, no-fee model work?
We charge fees only on recovered amounts, ensuring our success aligns with yours. Fees typically range from 15%–25% of recovered debts.
Can you help with complex construction debt cases?
Yes, our team includes quantity surveyors and construction finance experts who specialise in resolving complex contractual and retention debt issues.
What areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide across the UK from our Sheffield and London offices.
How do you maintain client relationships during recovery?
We tailor communication strategies to protect your brand while pursuing debts, offering both direct and confidential collection approaches.
