A steel-specialist company in Pontypool is Wales’ only represented shortlisting within Construction News’ 2025 awards.
Thanks to its work alongside WSP and Mace, Pro Steel Engineering evolved a new kit-of-parts approach for Manchester Airports Group using digital design and programme level thinking and has been shortlisted for the Specialist Contractor of the Year Category.
Haydn Roberts, Operations Director, Pro Steel Engineering, said:
“The new kit-of-parts approach has revolutionised the way we’re able to successfully operate and deliver projects in time restricted/critical environments. The digital design approach was invaluable for this project, and by seamlessly integrating it with our own design, fabrication, and installation methodology, we were able to manage and coordinate 100% of the steel-to-steel connection design, steelwork fabrication, intumescent fire-rated paint system and cladding application in controlled conditions within the factory, before even needing to step foot on the airport.
“This not only significantly reduced the demands and time of on-site crane use, and our site team’s worker-hours by over 30%, but it also significantly reduced the carbon emissions traditional methods would have required to transport. When reflecting on this innovative approach to making construction more efficient, it’s clear that the use of Responsive digital design is a must for projects of this scale going forward.”
In its 29th year, the Construction News awards showcase the very best the construction industry has to offer and honours the people, pride, and passion that drive the construction sector forward. Judged by an independent panel of over 70 major clients and top industry leaders, the awards process is rigorous, and winners will be announced at the ceremony in July at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House Hotel on Park Lane in London.
Richard Selby, co-founder, and director, Pro Steel Engineering, said:
“I’m immensely proud of the team for their work on this specific project. We’ve been able to use new processes and digital innovation to drive a more efficient workplan, whilst still adhering to the high levels of health and safety obligations and compliance. This prestigious award shortlisting is testament to our team and that of our partner organisations who work with us time and time again and we have our fingers crossed that we bring the award back to Wales.”
Pro Steel Engineering is an award-winning steel specialist company which saw a £12 million turnover last year operating throughout the UK and internationally.
