We ensure client satisfaction beyond expectation

We are a family-owned business with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality construction

Our Approach

As a leading Building, Civil Engineering and Fit-Out Contractor we focus on teamwork and providing a hands-on personal approach to clients.

We are a family-owned business with an excellent reputation for delivering high quality construction.

Our Directors are personally and proactively involved at every stage of a project, assigned to manage and oversee our carefully selected contract team from appointment to completion. This has been integral to building long-term relationships.

We collaborate with design teams, engage with stakeholders and listen to what clients want.

Our approach ensures success and client satisfaction beyond expectation. Repeat business and recommendations are testament to our delivery of excellence and value in time, cost and quality.

“Director level supervision delivering a personal pride in the finished product for the client typifies the comprehensive attention Killowen Contracts Ltd delivered in execution of the contract.”

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Our Team

Our team of 40 skilled, experienced and competent people is led by Senior Management with over 50 years construction experience. Our family-focused culture shines through in all of our team who are dedicated to delivering the highest quality of workmanship, service and products for our clients.

Our in-house expertise incorporates professionally qualified Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Estimators, Bid Managers, HSEQ Managers, Systems Manager, IT and Administrative Staff with Contracts Managers, Site Management, Supervisors and Engineers.

“Project buildability was greatly enhanced by Killowen’s highly skilled workforce, procurement of specialist skilled labour, material selection, attention to detail and contract management which collectively resulted in the and high standards of finish.”

Our Team

Our team of 40 skilled, experienced and competent people is led by Senior Management with over 50 years construction experience. Our family-focused culture shines through in all of our team who are dedicated to delivering the highest quality of workmanship, service and products for our clients.

Our in-house expertise incorporates professionally qualified Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Estimators, Bid Managers, HSEQ Managers, Systems Manager, IT and Administrative Staff with Contracts Managers, Site Management, Supervisors and Engineers.

“Project buildability was greatly enhanced by Killowen’s highly skilled workforce, procurement of specialist skilled labour, material selection, attention to detail and contract management which collectively resulted in the and high standards of finish.”

Accreditations & Memberships

We strive to be at the forefront of excellence and are committed to delivering the highest standards for our clients, employees, supply chain and the communities in which we work.

The health, safety and wellbeing of our employees and all other stakeholders is of paramount importance to us. We consistently work to improve performance and exceed best practice as much as possible. This is demonstrated by our nationally recognised industry accreditations, standards and memberships.

  • Health, Safety, Environment & Quality Integrated Management System: Accredited to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 including SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement).
  • Construction Industry Federation (CIF): The Irish construction industry’s representative body
  • Construction Industry Register Ireland (CIRI): An official online register of expert building professionals who commit to delivering excellence in every aspect of their work.
  • Constructionline Gold Member (since 2018): Certifying the company as a Level 3 member with increased system verification including Environmental Management, Equality and Diversity, Quality Management and Legislative Compliance
  • Considerate Contractor Scheme: Voluntary scheme encouraging best practice
  • Construction Industry Training Board (CITB)
  • Investors in People
  • Career Ready

Awards

Industry awards recognise the quality of service and products we deliver for our clients and are testament to the commitment and dedication of the whole team.

  • 2022 Newry Chamber Employee & Team Awards: Best Property & Construction Team – Finalist
  • 2021 RSUA Award and RSUA Conservation Award Winner: QUB Lanyon Building
  • 2020 Natural Stone Awards – Repair and Restoration: QUB Lanyon Building
  • 2020 RSUA Design Award – Finalist: QUB Lanyon Building
  • 2020 RICS Social Impact Awards – Heritage & Education Finalist: QUB Lanyon Building
  • 2020 UAH Heritage Angel Awards N.Ireland Best Major Regeneration of a Historic Building or Place Finalist: QUB Lanyon Building
  • 2019 CEF / Specify Construction Excellence Awards: Restoration Award – Winner (QUB Lanyon Building)
  • 2018 Business Eye First Trust Small Business Awards: Family Business of the Year – Highly Commended
  • 2018 Business Eye First Trust Awards: Family Business of the Year – Highly Commended