A CONSTRUCTION has expanded into larger premises following strong growth with a current contract value close to £100 million in the region.

GMI has increased its north west based team from 15 to 35 following success with major construction projects including a contract to build a 110,000 sq ft distribution unit for Liberty Property Trust and Stoford in Widnes.

Marc Banks, commercial director at GMI Construction Group, said: “We are delighted to report great progress with our current portfolio and new project success in the north west.

“The talent pool in the area is exceptional and we have been able to attract a highly experienced team due to the calibre of our project success.

“In just 12 months we have created 20 new job opportunities which has more than doubled the regional office team and we anticipate further growth imminently with a number of new contracts in the pipeline.”

Established in 1986, GMI Construction Group is a building and construction services company offering expertise across all sectors including office, retail, leisure, industrial, residential, automotive, education and health.