About The Bloomsbury Group

Brighton Construction Company and Principal Contractor

The Bloomsbury Group is a Brighton-based construction company and principal contractor delivering building refurbishment, restoration and redevelopment projects across Brighton, Hove, Sussex and the wider South East.

We specialise in the refurbishment and redevelopment of complex buildings, heritage properties and commercial structures where practical construction knowledge, strong site management and technical understanding are essential.

Unlike many firms that operate purely as consultants, Bloomsbury combines hands-on construction capability with professional construction management and surveying expertise. This allows projects to be guided from early investigation and planning through to full construction delivery.

Our work is construction-led, with a focus on coordinating trades, consultants and specialist contractors to deliver projects safely, efficiently and to a high professional standard.

Chartered Leadership and Professional Oversight

The Bloomsbury Group is owned and directed by Chartered Building Professionals who guide the company from the top down. This leadership ensures that projects are delivered with professional oversight and real construction experience.

Senior management remain closely involved in projects, providing direction on construction strategy, commercial management and technical coordination.

Supporting this leadership is a multidisciplinary team of experienced construction professionals including:

• Project Directors
• Contracts and Construction Managers
• Quantity Surveyors
• Site Managers and Supervisors
• Health and Safety consultants
• Skilled construction operatives

This depth of expertise allows Bloomsbury to manage complex building projects with a clear understanding of both technical and operational challenges.

Principal Contractor and Construction Delivery

At its core, The Bloomsbury Group operates as a principal contractor, managing building works directly and coordinating the wide range of trades and specialists required to deliver construction projects.

Our work regularly includes:

• Major building refurbishments
• Heritage and listed building restoration
• Structural alterations and stabilisation works
• Commercial and hospitality building refurbishments
• Residential property improvements
• Redevelopment and change-of-use projects

By maintaining a strong presence on site and working closely with architects, engineers and consultants, Bloomsbury ensures that projects progress efficiently while maintaining quality and commercial control.

In-House Construction Teams

Alongside our professional management structure, The Bloomsbury Group maintains its own in-house construction teams.

Our operatives, supervisors and construction managers hold recognised industry qualifications and operate to established site safety and competency standards.

Qualifications and Training

This includes personnel holding:

• CSCS accredited construction skills certification
• CIOB Certified Institute of Builders member
• SMSTS site management safety training
• CSCS Black Card construction management qualifications

Maintaining qualified in-house teams allows Bloomsbury to retain direct control over site operations, safety procedures and construction quality.

Works Undertaken

Our teams regularly undertake works including:

• Freehold property refurbishments
• Structural repair and alteration works
• Strip-out and enabling works
• Carpentry, plastering and finishing trades
• Residential and commercial refurbishment projects

While the company is involved in major developments, we remain equally committed to supporting property owners, landlords and businesses with smaller building projects and refurbishment works.

Developing the Next Generation of Construction Professionals

The Bloomsbury Group supports the development of future construction professionals.

We regularly provide opportunities for graduates and postgraduate professionals entering the construction industry, many of whom join the company with university degrees and master’s qualifications in construction management and related disciplines.

By integrating emerging professionals into our project teams, we help provide valuable industry experience while strengthening the technical capability of the business.

Landmark Construction Projects in Brighton

The Bloomsbury Group has been involved in a number of prominent and technically complex construction projects across Brighton and the South East.

One of the most significant is the ongoing stabilisation and redevelopment planning for the Royal Albion Hotel, a landmark historic building located on Brighton’s seafront.

This project involves extensive structural investigation works, coordination of specialist consultants and construction management activities aimed at securing and preparing the building for long-term restoration and redevelopment.

Bloomsbury is also involved in the refurbishment of other large historic hospitality buildings in Brighton, working alongside architects, engineers and international operators as part of complex redevelopment programmes.

Projects of this nature require careful planning, strong construction leadership and a deep understanding of historic buildings.

Construction Management and Commercial Expertise

Alongside our role as principal contractor, Bloomsbury provides professional construction management and commercial oversight where required.

These services include:

• Construction project management
• Quantity surveying and cost management
• Contractor procurement and coordination
• Structural investigation coordination
• Planning and heritage liaison
• Programme and construction delivery management

By combining construction capability with professional expertise, Bloomsbury is able to provide clients with a structured and commercially controlled approach to building projects.

Brighton and South East Construction Specialists

Based in Brighton, The Bloomsbury Group works across the South East including:

• Brighton
• Hove
• Lewes
• Worthing
• Eastbourne
• Sussex
• Surrey
• Kent

Our local knowledge and construction experience allow us to manage projects that require coordination with local planning authorities, heritage consultants and building control teams.

Supporting Local Communities

As a Brighton-based construction company, The Bloomsbury Group recognises the importance of supporting the communities in which we work.

Alongside our construction activities, the company actively supports a number of local grassroots charities and community initiatives across Brighton and the wider Sussex area.

Our involvement includes providing practical support, raising awareness and contributing where possible to organisations that play an important role within the local community.

We believe that successful businesses should remain connected to the areas in which they operate and we are proud to support initiatives that strengthen the communities around us.

Our Approach

The Bloomsbury Group focuses on practical construction delivery supported by strong technical knowledge and experienced leadership.

We work closely with property owners, architects, consultants and developers to ensure projects are carefully planned and successfully delivered.

Whether managing the refurbishment of a landmark seafront building or undertaking smaller property improvements, our aim is always to provide dependable construction services and high-quality results.