Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Civil Engineering Contractors in Durham
Established in 1992, W Y N Construction has evolved from a partnership operating out of a portakabin to a respected civil engineering and groundworks contractor employing over 100 skilled professionals. Our hands-on leadership team, including original founders Roy Bainbridge and David Cowie, brings decades of industry experience to every project. We specialise in delivering high-quality civil engineering solutions across industrial, commercial, education, housing, and public sectors throughout the North of England. Our commitment to sustainability and innovation is matched by our investment in workforce development, with ongoing training for existing staff and apprenticeships for newcomers. We maintain strict control over projects through our directly employed supervisors and plant operators, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery.Our expertise spans reinforced concrete foundations, drainage systems, highways works, and sustainable urban drainage solutions. We partner with a trusted supply chain for specialist installations while maintaining our own standards of excellence. Our commercial team, led by industry veterans with main contractor experience, ensures financial transparency and contractual compliance. We serve public sector clients including HMRC and the Ministry of Justice alongside private sector developments like the Net Park and Pilgrim Quarter projects. With a vision to be the contractor of first choice, we combine family business values with modern construction practices to exceed client expectations.
Services
Civil Engineering
Drainage Systems
Landscaping Works
Highways Construction
Plot Development
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined leadership experience from original founders still actively involved in operations
- Our directly employed workforce of 100+ skilled professionals ensures quality control and safety compliance
- We maintain industry partnerships for specialist installations while retaining project oversight
- Our commercial team includes veterans with main contractor experience managing 40m+ projects
- We deliver complex infrastructure for public sector clients including the Ministry of Justice and HMRC
Services
Civil Engineering
We deliver comprehensive civil engineering solutions including reinforced concrete foundations, ground beams, and structural elements. Our expertise covers industrial and public sector projects, with complete control maintained through directly employed skilled operatives. We ensure all works meet safety standards while maintaining budgetary and timeline commitments.
Drainage Systems
Our drainage solutions include surface water and foul systems, sustainable urban drainage (SUDS), and attenuation tanks. We handle complex connections and highway works under Section 278/106 agreements. Our in-house team ensures compliance with environmental regulations while maintaining project deadlines.
Landscaping Works
We construct retaining walls, steps, and paved areas using natural stone and man-made materials. Our scope includes street furniture installation and hard landscaping for public and commercial spaces. All elements are integrated with main works to ensure cohesive site development across sectors.
Highways Construction
We execute highway works under the New Roads and Street Works Act, including Section 278 schemes. Our capabilities cover infrastructure development for business parks, residential areas, and public sector sites. We maintain regulatory compliance while minimising disruption to surrounding communities.
Plot Development
We provide complete infrastructure solutions for entire developments, including road networks, drainage, and concrete foundations. Our services cover residential plots, commercial units, and external landscaping. We coordinate interfaces between civil engineering trades to de-risk project delivery.
People
Roy Bainbridge
Contracts Director
With decades of regional experience, Roy co-founded W Y N Construction and delivers complex civil engineering packages. His industry knowledge ensures successful project completion across the North East, balancing technical expertise with practical execution.
David Cowie
Contracts Director
David started in construction with his father and progressed from self-employed groundwork to senior project delivery. He brings practical expertise to W Y N Construction, focusing on safe and efficient execution of large-scale civil engineering works.
John Osborne
Operations Director
John joined Wyn in 2018 with 30 years' experience from Laing O'Rourke and Bowmer & Kirkland. He provides strategic leadership for major projects, combining technical knowledge with governance expertise to strengthen our market position.
Mark Horner
Managing Director
Mark progressed from Quantity Surveyor to Managing Director over 28 years. His commercial expertise drives business growth, and he represents the company as a director of CECA-NE, demonstrating industry leadership.
Michael Shanley
Commercial Director
With 35 years' construction experience, Michael reinforces financial controls after roles with main contractors and specialist subcontractors. His commercial awareness ensures robust contract management and cost control across projects.
Questions
Does Wyn Construction operate beyond the North East?
While our primary focus is the North of England, our experience includes regional and national projects.
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
We work across industrial, commercial, educational, public sector, and residential developments.
Can you handle complex infrastructure requirements?
Yes, we deliver full development infrastructure including roads, drainage, and concrete foundations.
How do you ensure project quality and safety?
Through directly employed supervisors and strict adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
Do you offer sustainable construction solutions?
Yes, including sustainable urban drainage systems and eco-conscious project delivery methods.
What support do apprentices receive?
We provide structured training and development opportunities for new entrants to the construction industry.
