Net Zero 2040 SBTi-verified target
Delivering 1000+ project per annum
Maintaining over 3000 sites across the UK
900+ colleagues, from 8 UK offices
Why clients choose CBES
Every client is different, so we develop our services around you: your buildings, your priorities and your budget, rather than a one-size-fits-all package. We work as an extension of your team, focused on long-term value rather than lowest cost, and keep improving the service throughout our relationship.
From a single project to a long-term maintenance programme, we bring the same standards to every job: skilled people, clear communication and a focus on getting it right first time, with minimal disruption to your operations.
Our Home Safe Every Day commitment means safety comes first on every job, for our people, your people and the public. We're committed to reducing our own environmental impact and to helping clients cut energy use and carbon, as we work towards Net Zero by 2040.
Over the past 18 months Lea Green Depot has had significant projects ongoing. The on-site team have supported each project with pre-start meetings, clear plans, drawings and targeted goals. All works completed by the CBES team has been a positive experience for myself and the depot team. The team are professional, responsive, and from what I have seen very capable!
Jamieson Eassom - Depot Operations Manager , Co-op
I'm really impressed with how the project was run, I had clear communication from the start on the details of the project and throughout on the progress the team were making. The team were all friendly and courteous and worked around the store operation, not once did they get in the way of our operation to serve the customer. Overall, the project was well managed and delivered, I couldn't ask for any more!
Matt Rees - Store Manager, Marks and Spencer
City provide a fantastic level of support, giving us confidence that our colleagues are safe and receive gold standard service. We can sleep easier at night knowing we have a strong first line of property defence.
It’s humbling to hear about some of the truly remarkable individuals within our supply chain that put 100% into the Co-op contracts week in, week out. We look forward to our continued partnership together.
Claire Costello - Chief Procurement Officer, Co-op
Wow, 9 months into the contract and we have achieved Zero cabinets not trading not once but twice, given that we over 4700 pieces of refrigeration this truly is an achievement. It can only be achieved by a Great team, Great planning, Great maintenance regime and tenacity to get things fixed quickly. I just want to say a BIG thank you to all working on the Home Bargains account its very much appreciated.
Nigel Morley - Head of Retail Maintenance , Home Bargains
On a demolition and new-build extension project at a Birmingham hospital, CBES proved to be a reliable, well-organised and professional contractor. They worked efficiently and effectively without compromising on quality.
James High - SPC Manager, Semperian
From single projects to long-term maintenance, here's the difference we make.
Award-winning community health centre
CBES delivered the mechanical, electrical and plumbing fit-out for a new facility bringing a range of health and care services together in one place.
Security for a prestige showroom
Our specialist motor industry team designed and installed a police-response intruder alarm and IP CCTV with video analytics, protecting high-value stock while meeting the brand's design standards.
Keeping stores open
Our inhouse engineers keep Home Bargains stores across the UK trading 24/7, from M&E and refrigeration to fabric and roofing.
Projects and maintenance, from stores to depots
From store refits and depot upgrades to planned and reactive maintenance, we look after Co-op food stores, distribution centres and funeral homes.
Helping clients cut energy use and carbon
We deliver decarbonisation programmes from assessment to installation, reducing a building's energy demand first and then adding low-carbon technology, while the building stays in use.
Projects and maintenance in live healthcare settings
From hospital infrastructure and M&E upgrades to fire and security maintenance for one of the UK's largest care home providers, we deliver healthcare projects and ongoing services while patients, staff and visitors stay safe and care carries on.