Delivering Regeneration at Stretford Mall

P.P. O’Connor has commenced enabling works at Stretford Mall in Stretford, Manchester, marking the specialist contractor’s involvement in one of the most significant town centre regeneration projects in the North West of England. Appointed by Bruntwood, P.P. O’Connor’s experienced team mobilised to site in late March 2026, beginning with a seven-week soft strip delivered with […]

P.P. O’Connor appointed as Principal Demolition Contractor at GMP HQ, Trafford

P.P. O’Connor has been appointed as principal contractor to undertake enabling works at the former GMP Headquarters site in Trafford, Manchester. The 15‑week programme commenced in March 2026 and includes asbestos removal and full internal strip of the ex-policing hub. Structural demolition is now underway whiich will be followed by slab and foundation removal.  Operating as Principal Contractor, P.P. O’Connor is responsible for the management and coordination of all site activities, […]

P.P. O’Connor clears the way for iconic Edgbaston Cricket Ground redevelopment

P.P. O’Connor continues to expand its presence beyond its Northwest roots, delivering high-profile, complex, demolition and civil engineering projects across the UK. Demolition of two of Edgbaston Stadium’s stands has been completed as part of a £46m redevelopment intended to modernise the Birmingham ground ahead of the 2027 Men’s Ashes Series. Working in partnership with […]

P.P. O’Connor boosts skills commitment as CEO joins Trafford Growth & Skills Board

P.P. O’Connor is celebrating National Apprenticeship Week 2026 with a major milestone: our CEO, Charmaine O’Connor, has joined the newly refreshed Trafford Growth & Skills Board – a partnership of local authorities, education providers, employers and support organisations working together to strengthen skills and drive inclusive growth across Trafford. Charmaine’s appointment reinforces our commitment to […]

P.P. O’Connor awarded prestigious RoSPA Gold Award

P.P. O’Connor, a leading specialist in demolition, earthworks, remediation and civil engineering, is proud to announce that it has been awarded the 2025 RoSPA Gold Award – one of the most coveted health and safety accolades in the industry.  The RoSPA Health and Safety Awards, organised by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents, are among the most prestigious […]

P. P. O’Connor acquires Galvac Limited

P.P. O’Connor  has acquired Galvac Limited, a provider of vacuum excavation equipment for an undisclosed sum. Galvac Limited, head quartered in Salford and operating nationally, was part of civil engineering contractor GPL Group which entered into administration last month. The acquisition is for the assets and employees of Galvac and secures the immediate future of […]

FORS Gold for the second year in a row!

For the second year running P.P. O’Connor is proud to have successfully met the assessment and gained its gold membership from the voluntary accreditation scheme that promotes best practice for commercial vehicle operators, Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS). Charmaine O’Connor, chief executive said: “All at P.P .O’Connor are delighted to have received the FORS Gold […]