Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Civil Engineering Solutions in Corby
Established in 1974, Willowbrook Construction is a family-run, privately owned business headquartered in Corby, Northamptonshire. With over 40 years of experience in civil engineering and groundworks, we specialise in delivering high-value commercial contracts for the industrial and distribution sectors. Our expertise spans complete civil engineering packages, drainage systems, and infrastructure projects, including highways and sewage connections under Section 278, 50, and 106 agreements. We pride ourselves on maintaining a 40-year legacy of quality, safety, and efficiency while adapting to modern industry demands. Our client-focused approach ensures personalised service, supported by a team committed to continuous professional development. We actively prioritise health and safety, fostering employee participation to uphold the highest standards.Recent projects include Rushden Lakes Retail Park and Alibone Recycling Centre, demonstrating our ability to diversify beyond traditional shed building. Our competitive tendering process guarantees tailored solutions that meet specific client requirements, combining expertise with cost-effectiveness. As industry leaders, we invest in advanced machinery, such as our recent acquisition of four Hyundai units, to enhance operational capabilities. Our reputation for reliability and excellence has been built through decades of delivering complex projects, from reinforced concrete foundations to 7m deep pump chambers, across Northamptonshire and beyond.
Services
Civil Engineering
Drainage Systems
Infrastructure Projects
Groundworks
Section 278 Agreements
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in civil engineering and groundworks.
- Our team prioritises health and safety with active employee participation.
- We offer tailored solutions through competitive tendering processes.
- Our staff undergo continuous professional development for technical excellence.
- We maintain long-term client relationships with personalised service.
Services
Civil Engineering
We deliver comprehensive civil engineering packages, from reinforced concrete slabs to complex pile caps and foundations. Our expertise ensures scalable solutions for commercial projects, combining technical precision with adherence to safety standards. Clients benefit from our decades of experience in industrial and distribution sector developments.
Drainage Systems
Our drainage solutions include foul and stormwater systems, featuring deep pump chambers and filtration installations. Using products from Klargester and Spel, we address industrial project needs with technical expertise. Recent work includes a 7m deep pump chamber in Northamptonshire, demonstrating our capacity for complex infrastructure.
Infrastructure Projects
As an approved Northants County Council contractor, we manage Section 278, 50, and 106 agreements for infrastructure connections. Services cover highways and mains sewage projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Our portfolio includes large-scale developments like Rushden Lakes Retail Park.
People
Harry Lorimer
Managing Director
Leading Willowbrook Construction as Managing Director, Harry Lorimer oversees strategic operations and client relations. With decades of industry experience, he drives the company's commitment to quality and safety while managing high-profile projects like Rushden Lakes.
Andy Lorimer
Commercial Manager
Andy Lorimer manages commercial operations, ensuring competitive tendering processes align with client needs. His role focuses on maintaining cost-effectiveness without compromising quality, supporting the company's growth in diverse construction sectors.
Graham Perkins
Group Financial Controller
Graham Perkins oversees financial strategy and compliance for Willowbrook Construction. His expertise ensures fiscal stability while supporting investments in machinery and staff development, critical to sustaining the company's 40-year legacy.
Claire Sanderson
Accounts Office Supervisor
Claire Sanderson supervises financial operations, maintaining accurate records and client billing processes. Her role ensures transparency and efficiency in financial management, supporting the company's reputation for reliability and professionalism.
Questions
What sectors does Willowbrook Construction specialise in?
We specialise in industrial, distribution, and retail sector projects, including infrastructure developments and civil engineering works.
How long has Willowbrook Construction been operating?
We have over 40 years of experience, established in 1974, delivering construction solutions across Northamptonshire and beyond.
Are you approved for local council infrastructure projects?
Yes, we are an approved Northants County Council contractor for Section 278, 50, and 106 agreements.
What safety standards do you follow?
We maintain rigorous health and safety protocols, actively involving employees to achieve the highest industry standards.
Can you handle complex drainage systems?
Yes, we install foul and stormwater systems, including deep pump chambers and filtration products from Klargester and Spel.
Do you offer competitive pricing?
Our competitive tendering process ensures tailored solutions that balance quality with cost-effectiveness for all clients.
