Business Details
40 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering & Construction Services in Cheadle
Established in 1986, we are a specialist civil engineering and geotechnical services provider with over 30 years of industry expertise. Our reputation is built on delivering complex projects for public and private sector clients across rail, highways, canals, heritage, and local government sectors. Our multi-skilled management team includes experienced quantity surveyors, health and safety specialists, and project managers, supported by a workforce with an average of 10 years' tenure. We hold a Network Rail Principal Contractors License and maintain accreditations in plant, machinery, and engineering skills. Our clients include Network Rail, Balfour Beatty, and Lancashire County Council, reflecting our ability to manage projects cost-effectively and efficiently.We prioritise continuous improvement in safety and environmental standards while delivering projects on time and within budget. Our capabilities span bridge replacements, railway platform construction, and heritage structure repairs using traditional methods. We have completed fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) structures and major highway infrastructure projects, including viaduct strengthening schemes. Our workforce holds CSCS and PTS certifications, ensuring compliance with sector-specific safety requirements. We combine lateral thinking, tenacity, and a collaborative team ethic to achieve client objectives and expand our market share.
Services
Rail Infrastructure
Highway Maintenance
Waterway Projects
Heritage Repairs
Local Authority Contracts
Bridge Construction
Structural Repairs
FRP Footbridges
Embankment Stabilisation
Heritage Masonry Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in civil engineering and geotechnical services.
- Our multi-skilled team includes experienced quantity surveyors and project managers.
- We hold a Network Rail Principal Contractors License for rail infrastructure projects.
- Our workforce maintains accreditations in plant and machinery operations.
- We deliver projects on time and within budget for public and private sector clients.
Associations and certifications
- Network Rail Principal Contractors License
Services
Rail Infrastructure
We deliver comprehensive rail infrastructure solutions including bridge replacements, platform construction, and trackside embankment stabilisation. Our team holds PTS certification and Network Rail Principal Contractor accreditation. Recent projects include Warrington West railway station platform construction and Ludlow Bridge replacement over the River Teme.
Heritage Repairs
Specialist restoration of listed buildings and conservation area structures using traditional methods. We employ hydraulic lime mortar, heritage pointing tools, and original material matching techniques. Projects include Grade 2 Listed bridge repairs and canal lock bed reconstructions for the Canal & River Trust.
FRP Footbridges
Design and installation of fibre reinforced polymer pedestrian footbridges for rail and highway applications. Our expertise includes replacing tubewright structures with lightweight FRP alternatives. We completed Ormskirk's FRP pedestrian footbridge and provided extensions for highway cycleways over the River Frome.
Highway Maintenance
Comprehensive highway improvement schemes including viaduct strengthening, drainage repairs, and dual carriageway widening. Our NRSWA-trained staff handle culvert installations and pedestrian walkway construction. Recent work includes Bromley Heath Viaduct structural strengthening in Bristol for South Gloucestershire Council.
Waterway Projects
Full-spectrum waterway infrastructure services for canals, rivers, and reservoirs. Capabilities include bridge reconstruction, spillway repairs, and tow path restoration using work boats and pontoons. We've maintained canal heritage structures for the Canal & River Trust for over two decades.
People
Andy Graham
Managing & Operations Director
With over 30 years in civil engineering, Andy oversees operational delivery and strategic direction. He ensures project compliance with safety standards and client requirements.
Heather Graham
Business & Finance Director
Heather manages financial operations and business strategy. She ensures fiscal responsibility while supporting growth across A P B Group's core sectors.
Steve Hayes
Civil Engineering & QHSE Director
Steve leads engineering operations and quality, health, safety, and environmental compliance. He ensures technical excellence across all infrastructure projects.
Steve Cordwell
Business Development Manager
Steve identifies new opportunities and strengthens client relationships. He focuses on expanding A P B Group's presence in rail and highway sectors.
Vicky Davies
Civils & HSQE Controller
Vicky ensures health and safety compliance across projects. She implements quality control measures and environmental management systems on site.
Questions
What sectors does APB Group specialise in?
We specialise in rail, highway, waterway, heritage, and local authority infrastructure projects across the UK.
Do you have rail sector accreditations?
Yes, we hold a Network Rail Principal Contractors License and PTS-certified staff for rail operations.
How do you handle heritage structure repairs?
We use traditional methods like hydraulic lime mortar and heritage pointing tools to preserve listed buildings and conservation areas.
What geographic areas do you cover?
We operate nationwide with projects completed from Lancashire to Bristol and Staffordshire to Scotland.
Can you manage large-scale infrastructure projects?
Yes, we've delivered complex schemes including viaduct strengthening, new railway stations, and canal system repairs since 1986.
