25 Apr 2010

On 22nd April over 1,000 construction professionals gathered for the prestigious 16th annual Building Awards at Grosvenor House, London, as Lakehouse walked away with the coveted Contractor of the Year award.

To be recognised as one of the best of the best in difficult market conditions is no mean feat but Lakehouse has continued to grow and prosper. The judges said "Lakehouse offers everything you'd want from a modern day contractor".

"As far as the obligation that firms are now under to take an ethical approach to business goes, Lakehouse ticks all of the boxes. It demonstrated a commitment to sustainability in its award-winning fire station for the London Fire Brigade and Lowther Primary School in the London Borough of Richmond was awarded a BREEAM 'excellent' rating.

Sean Birrane, Managing Director of Lakehouse said "This is a wonderful achievement and a proud day for everyone connected to Lakehouse. As a business we are first and foremost about outstanding service delivery and are driven by our ongoing commitment to support our clients and their communities. Ultimately though, it is the hard work and dedication of our people on a day-to-day basis that has ensured our continued success and this fantastic accolade belongs to every member of Lakehouse staff, in every office and on every site".

The judging panel also highlighted Lakehouse's understanding and caring approach to its staff and the community, as evidenced in its £80,000 investment in training at its Management Academy, the employment of a culture and development manager, the instigation of more than 80 NVQs among its staff, its emphasis on developing women as part of its workforce, its £200,000 investment in community development, the fact it recruited 24 new trainees this year and that 96 of its employees were involved in volunteer initiatives. 

Full story at www.building.co.uk