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Ground Construction Ltd. Overview

Address

Ground House, Graham Close St. Albans, 
Hertfordshire AL1 2QX United Kingdom
Phone: +44-1727-851-851
Fax:+44-1727-797-550

Company Description

Building it up or tearing it down, Ground Construction Ltd. (GCL) isn't afraid to get a little dirty on the job. GCL subcontracts with UK property developers to ready land sites and construct building foundations. The firm handles site preparation from demolition, excavation, and groundworks to drainage and concrete frames, primarily in London and the home counties. It has completed more than 200 industrial, office, academic, and residential projects. Founded in 1997, the company has been in on the ground floor (so to speak) of such projects as Gainsborough Studios, London; Lambeth College, London; and Broadway House, Wimbledon.

Ground Construction Ltd. Company Profile Report

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Hoover's industry experts provide proprietary editorial analysis supplemented with content from multiple data sources to bring you the Company Profile Report. The depth of each report varies, so be sure to view the sample and review the report contents listed next.

 

Sections Included in Report

  • Company Overview
  • People
  • Biographies
  • Historical Events
  • Industry Information
  • Financial Summary
  • Historical Financials
  • Competitors List

    Company Profile Report Highlights

    • Company Description

      Quickly grasp how a company operates and understand its current business environment.

    • Industry Information

      Identify the often times disparate industries a company does business in, and find the corresponding SIC and NAICS codes.

    • Biographies

      Learn the background and technology interests of the company's executives, to better understand possible growth directions.

    • Company History

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    • Key People

      Uncover the roles and responsiblities of the management team and identify the correct decision maker, so you are sure to talk to the right contact.

    • Company Financials

      Review key financial information to gauge health and growth potential.

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    Overview

    The US commercial and heavy construction contractors industry includes about 80,000 firms with combined annual revenue of about $545 billion. Major companies include Bechtel, Fluor, Jacobs Engineering, Peter Kiewit Sons', and Turner Construction. The industry is highly fragmented.

    SIC: 1623, 6552, 1622, 1611, 1541, 1522, 1389

    NAICS: 236210, 236220, 237110, 237120, 237130, 237210, 237310, 237990

     

    Sample Questions & Answers

    What strategies does the firm use to protect against slowdowns in construction activity?

    A tight financing environment for construction loans has made a once booming industry slow significantly. The slowdown in commercial construction activity has made work for contractors scarce in certain sectors. Many companies try to protect against...

     

    How seasonal or erratic is the company's cash flow?

    Although commercial contractors incur a steady stream of expenses, payments from customers are periodic, including amounts retained until after a project is complete. Bad weather can significantly delay construction schedules, creating uneven cash...

     

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    General Report Description

    Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

     

    Sections Included in Report

    • Industry Overview
    • Quarterly Industry Update
    • Business Challenges
    • Trends and Opportunities
    • Call Preparation Questions
    • Financial Information
    • Industry Forecast
    • Website and Media Links
    • Glossary of Acronyms

      Industry Report Highlights:

      • Recent Developments

        Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

      • Trends & Opportunies

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      • Call Preparation Questions

        Gain instant rappart with prospects during youir sales calls using done-for-you call prearation questions.

      • Industry Forecast

        Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planing.

      • Business Challenges

        Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

      • Executive Insight

        Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

      • Financial Information

        Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

      • Web Links & Acronyms

        Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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      Overview

      The US framing contractors industry includes about 10,000 establishments (single-location companies or branches of multi-location companies) with combined annual revenue of about $7 billion. No major companies dominate the industry, which is highly fragmented.

      SIC: 1751

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      Sample Questions & Answers

      What trend in demand has the company seen over the last year?

      Demand for framing work is driven by new home construction and remodeling. Local real estate markets can be volatile and are affected by the local economy, interest rates, and population growth. Total US spending on residential construction fell by...

       

      How have changes in lumber prices affected the company’s margins?

      Raw material prices can be volatile, with price increases difficult to pass to the builder. Import disputes between the US and Canada increase the uncertainty of lumber supply and costs. Changes in the cost of nails can also be dramatic.

       

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      General Report Description

      Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

       

      Sections Included in Report

      • Industry Overview
      • Quarterly Industry Update
      • Business Challenges
      • Trends and Opportunities
      • Call Preparation Questions
      • Financial Information
      • Industry Forecast
      • Website and Media Links
      • Glossary of Acronyms

        Industry Report Highlights:

        • Recent Developments

          Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

        • Trends & Opportunies

          Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.

        • Call Preparation Questions

          Gain instant rappart with prospects during youir sales calls using done-for-you call prearation questions.

        • Industry Forecast

          Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planing.

        • Business Challenges

          Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

        • Executive Insight

          Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

        • Financial Information

          Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

        • Web Links & Acronyms

          Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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        Overview

        The US site preparation contractor industry includes about 40,000 establishments (single-location companies and branches of multi-location companies) with combined annual revenue of about $70 billion. Major companies include Hayward Baker and Nuprecon. More than 75 percent of site prep contracting businesses have fewer than 10 employees. Many site prep contractors operate as unincorporated sole proprietorships, without permanent employees.

        SIC: 1081

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        Sample Questions & Answers

        How dependent is the firm on new construction?

        The site prep contracting business depends greatly on new construction of commercial and industrial buildings, housing, and public infrastructure. New construction represents about 70 percent of the industry’s revenue in the US. Overall construction...

         

        How does the firm deal with seasonal fluctuations in demand?

        Industrywide, demand is strongest spring through early fall, requiring careful year-round management of cash flow. For companies in cold weather regions, demand can cease during harsh winters. Due to seasonality, the industry workforce fluctuates...

         

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        General Report Description

        Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

         

        Sections Included in Report

        • Industry Overview
        • Quarterly Industry Update
        • Business Challenges
        • Trends and Opportunities
        • Call Preparation Questions
        • Financial Information
        • Industry Forecast
        • Website and Media Links
        • Glossary of Acronyms

          Industry Report Highlights:

          • Recent Developments

            Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

          • Trends & Opportunies

            Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.

          • Call Preparation Questions

            Gain instant rappart with prospects during youir sales calls using done-for-you call prearation questions.

          • Industry Forecast

            Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planing.

          • Business Challenges

            Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

          • Executive Insight

            Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

          • Financial Information

            Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

          • Web Links & Acronyms

            Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

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          Overview

          The US concrete and masonry contracting industry includes about 50,000 establishments (single-location companies and units of multi-location companies) with combined annual revenue of about $55 billion. Major companies include Baker Concrete Construction, Ceco Concrete Construction, Stewart Builders, and United Forming.

          SIC: 1771, 1791, 1741

          NAICS: 238110, 238120, 238140

           

          Sample Questions & Answers

          How does the company manage demand for services when the construction industry is highly cyclical?

          Demand for concrete and masonry contracting services depends on construction activity, which can vary significantly from region to region and from year to year. Many contractors rely on both residential and nonresidential projects; others specialize.

           

          How is the company challenged by expanding its geographic coverage?

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          General Report Description

          Save valuable research time, increase confidence on sales calls, and get the competitive edge to win more business with Hoover's Industry Report. Proprietary editorial analysis synthesizes hundreds of sources into an easy-to-digest format so that you can quickly understand a client's business challenges. Insight into critical business issues, industry trends and opportunities, and financial benchmarks is an integral part of each report.

           

          Sections Included in Report

          • Industry Overview
          • Quarterly Industry Update
          • Business Challenges
          • Trends and Opportunities
          • Call Preparation Questions
          • Financial Information
          • Industry Forecast
          • Website and Media Links
          • Glossary of Acronyms

            Industry Report Highlights:

            • Recent Developments

              Stay up to date on crucial industry news that may affect your strategy.

            • Trends & Opportunies

              Identify avenues for expansion and get prospects thinking about growth opportunities that justify investing in your product.

            • Call Preparation Questions

              Gain instant rappart with prospects during youir sales calls using done-for-you call prearation questions.

            • Industry Forecast

              Identify growth and integrate projections in your own business planing.

            • Business Challenges

              Engage your prospects with solution selling that makes their life easier by first understanding their pain points.

            • Executive Insight

              Identify the correct decision maker and tailor your presentation to his or her needs, and maximize the effectiveness of your pitch.

            • Financial Information

              Increase your credibility and support your presentations by adding verifiable industry metrics.

            • Web Links & Acronyms

              Speak the Prospect's language by demonstrating an understanding of industry trade associations and jargon.

            Concrete & Masonry Contractors Industry Report

            Purchase Report
             
            $129