Chris Sedgeman Scaffolding has been crowned Access & Scaffolding Specialist of the Year at the prestigious Construction News (CN) Specialist Awards 2024.
The accolade was presented during a gala ceremony held at the Royal Lancaster Hotel, where over 650 industry leaders gathered to celebrate the achievements of the UK’s finest specialist contractors.
This year’s CN Specialist Awards, hosted by comedian Andy Parsons, recognised excellence across 23 categories. With more than 300 submissions reviewed by an independent panel of 83 judges, Chris Sedgeman Scaffolding emerged victorious in the highly competitive Access & Scaffolding Specialist of the Year category, standing out for its impressive work on the Lloyds Bank project in Penzance.
The project involved providing complex scaffolding solutions for the renovation of the historic Lloyds Bank building in the heart of Penzance.
The judges commended Chris Sedgeman Scaffolding for tackling this technically demanding project, which required precision and expertise due to the building’s age and architectural intricacies.
The team’s ability to execute the work with minimal disruption to the public, all while maintaining the safety and structural integrity of the iconic site, was a key factor in their success.
In their remarks, the judges highlighted the pride, knowledge, and passion evident throughout Chris Sedgeman Scaffolding’s operations. “The company has built its success on a foundation of developing and investing in its workforce and systems,” they noted, pointing to establishing a new training centre and using innovative interactive training tools. These initiatives and a strong focus on sustainability and community engagement made Chris Sedgeman Scaffolding a deserving winner.
Competing against strong finalists such as Allied Access, Connolly Scaffolding, and GKR Scaffolding, Chris Sedgeman Scaffolding stood out not only for its technical capabilities but also for its commitment to leaving a lasting positive impact on both the local community and the scaffolding industry as a whole.
Construction News editor Colin Marrs praised the essential role of specialist contractors in the construction sector, stating: “Without our skilled specialists, there would be no building industry. The tradespeople on sites across the country are the engine of our sector, turning dreams into reality.
The CN Specialists Awards is a time to celebrate the dedication, craftsmanship, and expertise that these individuals bring to the world.”
