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Experience where it counts

Shanco provides comprehensive groundworks solutions, tailored to support the unique requirements of the Ministry of Justice and national security projects.
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Prison Projects

Successfully completed eight major prison construction projects.
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Pre-cleared Operatives

Twenty-seven operatives pre-cleared for high-security environments.
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Strategic Alliance Partners

Partnered with three strategic government appliance providers.
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Years Experience

Five years of dedicated experience in national security.
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Adapted for MOJ requirements

Explore Shanco’s tailored groundworks solutions that ensure security, efficiency, and precision in prison and national security environments.

Certified for
High Security

With top-tier EL1, CTC, and BPSS clearances, our team is ready to tackle the most sensitive projects, ensuring your security.requirements are met with the utmost professionalism

Responsive
Communication

We pride ourselves on our rapid response to queries and detailed communications, ensuring you're informed at every stage of the project.

Expert Resource & Programme
Coordination

Our programme management leaders bring proven expertise to ensure your project remains on track and within scope, from inception through to completion.

Pre-Construction
Support

We excel in early-stage cost planning and technical appraisals, setting a solid foundation for successful project execution.

Consistently
Excellent Nationwide

Our operations span the UK, delivering consistent, high-quality outcomes in national security projects, no matter the location.

Commitment to
Safety and Environment

Adhering to stringent environmental and safety protocols to ensure projects are not only secure but also sustainable and responsible.
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Case Studies

Read our in depth case studies to learn about the challenges we have faced and projects that we have delivered in high security, complex environments.

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    April 18, 2024

    Prisons and National Security

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    Discover the range of Shanco's services

    Browse through the list of our most common services.
    • Shanco Services - Bulk Earthworks

      Bulk Earthworks

      Expert planning and execution using industry-leading construction plant and processes. Includes detailed land modelling and volumetric surveys to provide cost-effective solutions.

    • Shanco Services – Site Remediation

      Site Remediation

      Management of complex site conditions, including site testing, logistical planning, programming of site operations, and compliance with Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) standards.

    • Shanco Services – Excavation Works

      Excavation Works

      Specialises in bulk earthworks and foundation excavations.

    • Shanco Services - Foundations

      Foundations

      Constructs various types of concrete foundations such as reinforced, mass concrete, pads, and rafts.

    • Shanco Services – Drainage Systems

      Drainage Systems

      Installs various drainage systems including foul and surface water drainage, deep drainage, and Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SUDS).

    • Shanco Services – Reinforced Concrete Structures

      Reinforced Concrete Structures

      Constructs and repairs various concrete structures including service yards, machine plinths, ramps, retaining walls, and underground facilities.

    • Shanco Services – Utility Services

      Utility Services

      Manages service trench construction and reinstatement, including highway excavations.

    • Shanco Services – Damp & Gas Barriers

      Damp-proofing and Gas Barriers

      Installs waterproofing membranes, gas barriers, and geotextiles.

    • Shanco Services – Hard Landscaping

      Hard Landscaping

      Provides tarmac, block paving, and other surfacing options, as well as street furniture installation.

    • Shanco Services – Section 278 Works

      Section 278 Works

      Manages highway-related projects including new site entrances and road construction.

    • Shanco Services – Underground Basements

      Underground Basements

      Building below-ground level structures for various uses.

    • Shanco Services – Precast Beams

      Precast Beams

      Manufacturing and installing precast concrete beams.

    • Shanco Services – Large Concrete Slabs

      Large Concrete Slabs

      Laying down extensive areas of concrete for various applications.

    • Shanco Services – Service Yards

      Service Yards

      Constructing hardstanding areas for industrial or commercial use.

    • Shanco Services – Machine Plinths

      Machine Plinths

      Building reinforced platforms for heavy machinery.

    • Shanco Services – Retaining Walls

      Retaining Walls

      Constructing walls to hold back soil or water.

    • Shanco Services – Concrete Ramps

      Concrete Ramps

      Creating inclined surfaces from concrete for accessibility or transportation.

    • Shanco Services – Planning and Compliance

      Planning and Compliance

      Assisting with project planning stages and ensuring compliance with site-specific and regulatory requirements.

    • Shanco Services – Environment Operations

      Sensitive Environment Operations

      Specialising in projects within sensitive settings like healthcare and educational facilities.

    • Shanco Services – Customer Service

      Customer Service and Technical Challenges

      Providing high levels of customer service and handling technical challenges efficiently.

    • Shanco Services – Project Management

      Project Management

      Comprehensive management from the planning phase through to construction, focusing on detail and client needs.

    • Shanco Services – Project Budgeting

      Future Project Budgeting

      Offering budgetary assessments for prospective or future projects.

    • Shanco Services – Programme Management

      Programme Management

      Development, maintenance and communication of the project programme to all relevant parties.

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    Consistency across the nation

    Unlike many groundworks contractors, Shanco offers a nationwide service as standard. Ensuring delivery standards and programme management are always on point.
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    Exceeding Expectations in High-Security Environments

    • Dale Green, Project Manager

      This is my second time working with Shanco. As this is a live prison, it’s taken a momentous effort to organise staff bookings and deliveries, and a good team effort has been achieved due to their positive attitude. Access/clearance has been a challenge, and the coordination of deliveries by Shanco has been fantastic. This has been such a crucial part of the running of the site, it has made my job far easier. 

      The relationship with security and the OSGs is also very crucial, Shanco has adhered to the policies and has also helped tremendously in this regard. Their QA and HSE procedures are well documented and have been complimented on by our relevant departments.

      We have faced many challenges together as a team, their proactive approach has been of great assistance, and the project is ahead of programme thanks to them. I would certainly recommend Shanco for any future projects in the MoJ department, or any other site projects.

      Dale Green, Project Manager
      HMP in Northern England
    • Dale Green, Project Manager

      This is my second time working with Shanco. As this is a live prison, it’s taken a momentous effort to organise staff bookings and deliveries, and a good team effort has been achieved due to their positive attitude. Access/clearance has been a challenge, and the coordination of deliveries by Shanco has been fantastic. This has been such a crucial part of the running of the site, it has made my job far easier. 

      The relationship with security and the OSGs is also very crucial, Shanco has adhered to the policies and has also helped tremendously in this regard. Their QA and HSE procedures are well documented and have been complimented on by our relevant departments.

      We have faced many challenges together as a team, their proactive approach has been of great assistance, and the project is ahead of programme thanks to them. I would certainly recommend Shanco for any future projects in the MoJ department, or any other site projects.

      Dale Green, Project Manager
      HMP in Northern England
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    Transparency forges the strongest partnership

    Take a look through the questions most asked by our customers. And real the full, honest answers with in depth explanations and relevant context.

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    August 13, 2024

    How does Shanco address environmental concerns?

    Environmental goals are looming for many Main Contractors. Here's how our practices not only comply with the latest regulations but also set a standard for sustainability and ecological responsibility.

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