Mercury Construction South West Ltd

13/03/2026

Hard hats, high-vis and plenty of hands up ! We had a great time at Ted Wragg Trust's Whipton Barton Federation recently, delivering an interactive assembly.

Our team introduced students to the different roles in construction and talked about our project on their site, replacing the boundary wall and fencing along the school’s perimeter. We also explored health and safety, both on site and around the school, with lots of volunteers trying on PPE and learning what each piece does. The pupils were great at our “spot the hazards” challenge, lessons we hope can continue into their everyday.

We finished with examples of environmental protection, including an initiative to repurpose the school’s old railings into the Exeter community, more on that soon.

A big thank you to the staff and students for our warm welcome and brilliant engagement, and to Larisa Conman, Tom Moore and Oliver Jewell for delivering the session. Inspiring young people and giving them insight into the construction industry is an important part of the social value we aim to deliver through our projects.

Building Greater Exeter

06/03/2026

As part of Women in Construction Week in the UK, we’re celebrating all the fantastic women in our team and across the wider construction industry. While the sector still has a way to go, Mercury is already ahead in supporting women.

Later this year, we’re looking forward to welcoming a young female school leaver to our Exeter office for work experience, where she will be mentored by our Operations Manager, Carrielea, to show that construction can be a real career option for everyone.

From strong representation across our workforce, to Sam’s recent MCIOB membership, and a recent SWWIC event, our team continues to learn, grow, and get involved across the sector.

Swipe through to see our company stats, Sam’s achievement, and highlights from the SWWIC event.

25/02/2026

Project Awarded and Work Underway at South Molton Pannier Market .

We’re really pleased to be part of this important project, delivering heritage restoration works for South Molton Town Council with support from The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The work includes restoring the Victorian patent glass rooflights, an iconic feature of this Grade II* Listed Building.

After being selected from a shortlist of five, scaffolding is now in place and the team is busy on site, all while keeping the market open and fully operational for its vendors and the local community.

We’d also like to congratulate the market on being voted Britain’s Favourite Market at the Great British Market Awards, run by NABMA - National Association of British Market Authorities, for the fourth year in a row , a well-deserved recognition of its popularity and community value.

19/01/2026

It was great that three of our team were able to represent us at the Plymouth Early Careers Fair this weekend, there was so much energy in the room throughout the day. We are now reviewing a number of promising work experience placements and apprenticeship opportunities. Many thanks to Building Plymouth and the Plymouth Manufacturers' Group for putting on such a well-run and enjoyable event.

For anyone thinking about a career in construction, get hands-on experience where you can, stay proactive, and make the most of the connections you make. The industry offers a wide range of roles and routes for progression!

16/01/2026

Mercury will be at the Plymouth Early Careers Fair tomorrow!

The event is open to school students, young people, families, guardians, and anyone interested in exploring a career in Construction and the Built Environment, as well as the Manufacturing and Engineering sectors.

Attending the fair will provide a real insight into the opportunities available in our area.

Our team will be sharing stories from our projects, discussing our own career journeys, and highlighting the skills that help people thrive in the industry.

We look forward to welcoming you to our stand, join us for a chat!

05/01/2026

Happy New Year, everyone! We’re kicking off 2026 by hosting a community day at Parkfield in Paignton this Saturday alongside our construction works of the new Mayfield College site.

Mayfield College students and young people from the People's Parkfield community will create street art for around the Skate Park and MyPlace Building, using mural boards prepared in advance by O'Neill and Holman. The activities are being delivered by the fantastic team at Sound Communities CIC, with support from HEI Group Ltd for the DJ workshops.

As proud members of Build Torbay, this event forms part of our ongoing commitment to social value and supporting local community initiatives. We’re looking forward to a fantastic day!

19/12/2025

It’s the last working day of 2025 at Mercury. A big thank you to our teams, clients, industry colleagues, suppliers, and subcontractors for all their hard work and collaboration this year.

Wishing everyone a festive break full of good health, fun, and time with friends and family. We’re looking forward to starting 2026 fresh and ready for all the opportunities ahead.

See you in 2026!

02/12/2025

Millbay Academy is ready for Christmas! 🎄 We were pleased to donate the school’s tree and it’s been great to continue our support after our recent work on site. Here’s to a joyful and memorable festive season for all! 💫

🎄✨ The festive season has officially arrived at Millbay Academy and we couldn’t be more excited! A huge thank you to Mercury Construction Plymouth, who have kindly donated a beautiful Christmas tree to our school. Their generosity has brought some Christmas sparkle to our school and we’re so grateful for their continued support in helping us make Millbay Academy feel like home. 🌟

December is shaping up to be a truly special month here at Millbay. We can’t wait to share everything that’s coming up, from our Attendance Monology and Madvent activities to the Year 11 raffles and so much more. Keep an eye on our socials for updates, because there’s plenty of festive fun and inspiring opportunities ahead! 🎁🎉

Thank you again Mercury Construction South West Ltd ⭐🤩

28/11/2025

Exeter, we’re officially in! Last week we celebrated our new, larger office to run alongside our Plymouth base, plus our 20 year anniversary of providing construction services across Devon and the surrounding areas. A huge thank you to our clients, industry colleagues, sub-contractors, and of course our fantastic team for joining us on the day. Here’s to continued growth, collaboration, and the projects ahead.

07/11/2025

14/08/2025

This summer has marked the end of an era in our Plymouth head office, as we wished a very fond farewell to Kathy and Kim.

Kathy officially joined the business in 2017, after working with us through an agency, and Kim joined in 2010. From the moment they started they proved to be a formidable pairing, streamlining processes, improving efficiencies, and keeping departments operating at their best.

Equally remarkable was the warmth, good humour, and sunny energy they brought to the workplace. All tasks were met with diligence and laughter in equal measure, and their contribution has left a lasting impression on colleagues across the business.

Although they didn't wish to make a fuss, we marked the occasion with a small buffet lunch and there may yet be a future gathering off-site to celebrate their time with us in full.

Now, their days can include more well-earned “me” time , quality time with family and friends, bridge, mischief, good wine, and music. We wish them both a retirement that brings everything they could hope for, and more.

Thank you, Kathy and Kim. You will be missed far more than you know ###x

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30/07/2025

📢 School’s out and we’ve moved in! - Project Award Announcement – Millbay Academy Refurbishment, Plymouth.

We are pleased to confirm our appointment to deliver the refurbishment of Millbay Academy in Plymouth, working in collaboration with Reach South Academy Trust, Arcadis, and the Department for Education.

This commission forms part of the DfE’s continuing investment in educational facilities and follows the administration of the previous contractor. We are focused on ensuring continuity, reinstating momentum, and delivering the project with transparency and care, particularly in support of the school community.
In agreement with project stakeholders, we are prioritising the early completion of external works to improve access for pupils and staff at the earliest opportunity.

Scope of works includes:

• Upgrades to mechanical, electrical, and ventilation systems
• Reconfiguration and refurbishment of internal teaching and circulation spaces
• Completion of essential fire protection improvements
• Enhancements to perimeter boundaries and access control
• Implementation of robust dust and noise mitigation measures throughout the programme

Our delivery team is committed to a well-sequenced, collaborative approach, with a focus on build quality, safety, and minimal disruption to the day-to-day operation of the school.
We look forward to working closely with our supply chain and stakeholders to ensure a successful finish.

Delivery Team:
Director: Dan Welch
Senior Contracts Manager: Sam Mooney
Contracts Manager: Tom Moore
Commercial Manager: Chris Searle
Site Managers: Colin Trevaskus & Lee Howard