Derry Building Services scooped two awards at the prestigious H&V News Awards 2014 claiming the title of ‘Building Services Contractor of the Year’ and ‘Apprentice of the Year’ with their talented mechanical graduate Chris Makin.

At a glittering ceremony held at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London, on Thursday 24th April the H&V News Awards celebrated its 20th Anniversary with over 1,000 of the most talented individuals and companies that the industry has to offer.

Derry Building Services saw off competition from seven other finalists to finish in the top spot with the judges commenting;

‘Derry Building Services is an extremely professional, enthusiastic company that has invested in apprentices and training.’

 While Chris Makin outclassed apprentices from Westaway Services, TSB Building, JS Wright & Co and NG Bailey to take the title in his category with the judges commending him as;

‘very mature and dedicated, willing to take responsibility and his loyalty and dedication mark him out.’

Mark Townsend, Managing Director, Derry Building Services;

'We are delighted to have won in two categories at this years' awards. To be named overall winners as 'Building Services Contractor of the Year' and to have Chris Makin recognised as 'Apprentice of the Year' is a real tribute to the dedication and loyalty of our workforce.

 We are committed to the future of our business, and the development of our staff, to have this recognised by our industry peers is an honour and one that we are very proud of.’

Building Services Contractor of the Year

Open to firms and individuals who undertook commercial building services installations during 2013. Companies must provide evidence of improved competence and professionalism along with commercial success and tangible results from the introduction of new initiatives.

Apprentice of the Year

Awarded to Chris Makin, Craftsman, for his academic and practical achievements during 2013 along with his wider contribution to the business.