Killowen Contracts Ltd is a leading Building, Civil Engineering and Fit-Out Contractor. Founded in 1974 by brothers John and Noel McGivern, the family-owned business has achieved significant growth and a reputation for delivering high quality construction for public sector and private clients throughout Northern Ireland and Ireland.

We work across a number of sectors – Commercial, Healthcare, Ecclesiastical, Conservation, Restoration and Renovation, Civil Engineering, Public Realm, Sports, Education, Community and Leisure, Fit out, Residential and Facilities Management – delivering multi-million pound projects to positively impact on the way people work, live and play.

Our Directors are personally and proactively involved at every stage of a project, assigned to manage and oversee our carefully selected contract team from appointment to completion. This has been integral to building long-term relationships.

We focus on teamwork and providing a hands-on personal approach to clients. We collaborate with design teams, engage with stakeholders and listen to what clients want. Our approach ensures success and client satisfaction beyond expectation. 

We strive to be at the forefront of excellence and are committed to delivering the highest standards for our clients, employees, supply chain and the communities in which we work. We have an integrated management system accredited to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 including SSIP (Safety Schemes in Procurement), are a registered Gold Constructionline member and registered as an Investor In People.

Notable industry awards include:
2022 Newry Chamber Employee & Team Awards: Best Property & Construction Team – Finalist
2021 RSUA Award and RSUA Conservation Award Winner: QUB Lanyon Building
2019 CEF / Specify Construction Excellence Awards: Restoration Award – Winner (QUB Lanyon Building)
2018 Business Eye First Trust Small Business Awards: Family Business of the Year – Highly Commended

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