A&B Engineering Celebrates National Recognition

Sarra Boumellil • September 21, 2026

The A&B Engineering team recently attended the CN Specialists Awards in London, joining leading businesses and professionals from across the UK construction industry for a fantastic evening of celebration.

We were incredibly proud to be named national finalists in two categories: Social Value and Health & Safety. Being shortlisted at a national level is a significant achievement and reflects the continued hard work, dedication and commitment demonstrated by our teams across the business.

The event provided a wonderful opportunity to celebrate this recognition together, connect with industry colleagues and recognise the outstanding achievements of specialist contractors from across the country.

Although we did not bring an award home on this occasion, being selected as finalists was a proud moment for everyone at A&B Engineering and has encouraged us to continue developing, improving and aiming even higher.

We would like to thank our entire team for their continued commitment and congratulate all the finalists and winners recognised during the evening.

By Sarra Boumellil • November 5, 2026
A&B Engineering Raises Over £12,600 for the British Heart Foundation! A&B Engineering is incredibly proud to announce that we have raised £12,605 in support of our Charity Partner of the Year, the British Heart Foundation (BHF)! With an ambitious fundraising target of £15,000, we have already achieved 84% of our goal , marking a fantastic milestone in our fundraising journey. This achievement reflects the generosity, dedication and incredible support of our team, colleagues and supporters, who have come together to make a meaningful difference. The British Heart Foundation carries out vital work funding lifesaving research into heart and circulatory diseases, and we are delighted to play a part in supporting its mission. We are extremely proud of what we have achieved together so far , and we would like to extend a huge thank you to everyone who has contributed and supported our fundraising efforts. As we move closer to our £15,000 target, we look forward to continuing our fundraising journey and making an even greater impact. Together, we are making a difference! ❤️
By Sarra Boumellil • November 5, 2026
Project Showcase: Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere A&B Engineering is proud to showcase our completed works at Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, a prestigious hospitality development delivered in collaboration with Russell WBHO. The successful completion of this project marks another achievement for our team, reflecting our commitment to delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical engineering services. Working alongside Russell WBHO , our team contributed to bringing this impressive development to life, with a strong focus on quality, attention to detail and collaboration throughout the project. The newly completed spaces demonstrate the high standards of workmanship and dedication that have gone into delivering the project. We are delighted to share a selection of photographs highlighting the finished development and the results of everyone's hard work. A huge thank you to Russell WBHO, our dedicated A&B Engineering team and all project partners for their commitment, professionalism and collaboration throughout. We are proud to have played a part in delivering Fairmont Cheshire, The Mere, and look forward to building on this success through future projects.
By Sarra Boumellil • November 5, 2026
A Memorable Evening with Former US President Barack Obama A&B Engineering recently had the pleasure of attending an exclusive interview event featuring former US President Barack Obama, alongside John Cassell and a representative from Brock Carmichael Architects. The event provided a unique opportunity to hear insights from one of the world's most recognised leaders, with discussions highlighting the importance of leadership, ambition and positive change. It was also a fantastic occasion to strengthen professional relationships and reflect on the opportunities and challenges facing businesses today.  At A&B Engineering, we believe that strong relationships, shared values and purpose-driven leadership are essential to continued success. A truly memorable experience and a fantastic opportunity to be part of such an inspiring occasion.
By Sarra Boumellil • November 5, 2026
Investing in the Next Generation: Our Apprentices, Our Future At A&B Engineering, we recognise that our people are our greatest strength, and investing in the next generation of skilled professionals is essential to the future of our business and the wider construction industry. We are incredibly proud to support 19 apprentices across our business, including 15 Craft Apprentices and 4 Technical Apprentices , all playing an important role in our continued growth and success. From gaining valuable hands-on experience on site to developing technical knowledge and expertise, our apprentices are building the skills, confidence and experience needed to become the industry's future professionals and leaders. Our apprenticeship programme reflects our ongoing commitment to developing talent, creating opportunities and supporting the next generation within the mechanical and electrical engineering sector. We take great pride in watching our apprentices progress, develop their skills and contribute to the successful delivery of our projects. At A&B Engineering, we are not just investing in apprenticeships. We are investing in the future of our industry. We look forward to continuing to support their journeys and celebrating their achievements along the way.
By Sarra Boumellil • November 5, 2026
🚀 Another Exciting Project Secured for A&B Engineering! We are delighted to announce that A&B Engineering has secured a new project in partnership with Caddick Construction! 🤝 This marks another exciting opportunity for our team as we continue to strengthen our relationships with leading contractors and expand our project portfolio. We are proud to be working alongside Caddick Construction and look forward to delivering a successful project together. Here's to a strong partnership and hopefully many more exciting projects to come!
By Sarra Boumellil • November 5, 2026
A&B Engineering Continues to Grow with New Oldham Office A&B Engineering is proud to announce the opening of our new office in Oldham, Greater Manchester, marking another significant milestone in our continued growth and expansion. This exciting development reflects our ongoing success, the dedication of our team and the strong relationships we have built with our clients and supply chain partners over the years. Our new Oldham office will further strengthen our presence across Greater Manchester and the wider North West, allowing us to work more closely with existing and prospective clients, develop new partnerships and continue delivering high-quality mechanical and electrical engineering services. As we continue to grow, our commitment to quality, innovation and client satisfaction remains at the heart of everything we do. We look forward to this exciting new chapter and the opportunities ahead. Our New Oldham Office Office 202, Hollinwood Business Centre Albert Street, Failsworth Oldham, OL8 3QL
By Sarra Boumellil • October 7, 2026
A&B Engineering recently attended Place Party 2026, held at the AO Arena in Manchester, for another fantastic evening bringing together professionals from across the property and construction industry. The A&B team was delighted to be joined by guests from M&Y Maintenance and Construction, Liverpool Chamber of Commerce and Sutcliffe, enjoying an evening of networking, new connections and valuable conversations with businesses from across the region. As a Place North Partner Pro, A&B Engineering is proud to continue strengthening its relationship with the Place team. The partnership provides valuable opportunities to connect with key organisations across the industry, develop new relationships and support A&B’s continued growth across the North West and Yorkshire. A huge thank you to Dino Moutsopoulos and the Place North team for delivering another excellent event.  With more Place events ahead, A&B Engineering is looking forward to continuing the partnership and joining the Place team at MIPIM 2027. We look forward to another exciting year of connecting, collaborating and building relationships across the industry.
By Sarra Boumellil • October 5, 2026
A&B Engineering is pleased to announce that we have secured the Mechanical & Electrical package for the Prince’s Gate development in Oldham, working alongside Willmott Dixon. The development is targeting energy performance around 70–75% better than current Building Regulations, with completion scheduled for summer 2028. The project represents another important milestone for A&B Engineering as we continue to strengthen our presence across Oldham and the wider Greater Manchester region. The appointment also comes alongside the opening of our new Oldham office, providing A&B Engineering with an even stronger local base to support our clients, partners and projects across the region. We are proud to be contributing to a major regeneration project right on the doorstep of our new office and look forward to working with Willmott Dixon and the wider project team to successfully deliver Prince’s Gate.  Another exciting chapter for A&B Engineering in Oldham.
By Sarra Boumellil • October 2, 2026
A&B Engineering Secures First Project with Overbury  We’re pleased to announce that A&B Engineering has secured its first project with Overbury, delivering the mechanical and electrical services for a major office fit out in Manchester. With an M&E package exceeding £10 million, our scope includes electrical distribution, lighting, fire and security systems, ventilation, comfort cooling, BMS controls and public health services. The services have been designed by our in-house design team, with works now beginning on site. We look forward to working with the Overbury team and building a strong and lasting relationship.
By Sarra Boumellil • September 21, 2026
A&B Engineering is proud to be contributing to the excellent progress being made at the Brewery Gardens development, formerly known as Boddingtons, in Manchester. Working alongside GRAHAM and the wider project team, A&B Engineering is delivering the mechanical and electrical services across this landmark 505-home development. The scheme continues to progress well, with significant advances being made across the structural frame, façade works and internal fit-out. It is fantastic to see the development taking shape and moving successfully through its next stages. We would like to thank Chris Bennett for sharing the latest project update, as well as GRAHAM, the subcontractors, consultants and entire site team for their continued collaboration, expertise and commitment. We look forward to supporting the next phases of Brewery Gardens and continuing to deliver high-quality mechanical and electrical solutions alongside the wider project team.