The public sector plays a defining role in shaping our towns, cities and communities. As government organisations continue to evolve to improve efficiency and service delivery, collaboration and integration have never been more critical.
Our way of working is well aligned with public sector construction strategy; bringing together multidisciplinary expertise to manage complexity, deliver change and unlock value. We're established partners to local, regional and central government, working through frameworks and direct appointments to deliver capital programmes, estate strategies and regeneration projects.
From strategic real estate and property finance to planning, regeneration and delivery, we support public bodies across the full lifecycle of assets. Our experience extends beyond the UK, with recognised expertise in PPP projects internationally, supporting complex programmes across a broad range of civic, government and public service environments.
Because we combine deep public sector experience with a modern, forward-looking approach, we do more than design and deliver. We advise, challenge and improve. Our role is to support government priorities, protect public value and enable efficient, resilient services across complex estates.
Public sector organisations can access our expertise through a range of national and regional framework agreements, providing a compliant and efficient route to appoint McBains for consultancy services.
Blackpool, Lancashire
A purpose-built office building for staff of the Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) in the heart of Blackpool town centre.
Services
Project Management, Building Services Engineering, Civil & Structural Engineering, Architecture
Sectors
Office & Commercial, Civic & Government, Regeneration & Urban Development
Luton, Bedfordshire
Feasibility study to transform Luton Central Library into a mixed-use community hub with active frontages, aligned to town centre programme.
Services
Architecture, Civil & Structural Engineering, Cost Management
Sectors
Civic & Government, Retail
Hemlington, Middlesbrough
A new headquarters building, designed by McBains for the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Cleveland.
Services
Architecture
Sectors
Civic & Government, Blue Light, Office & Commercial
Blackpool, Lancashire
A new divisional headquarters building for Lancashire Constabulary on the outskirts of Blackpool.
Services
Building Services Engineering, Sustainability & ESG, Civil & Structural Engineering, Architecture, Digital Engineering (BIM)
Sectors
Civic & Government, Blue Light, Office & Commercial
Luton, Bedfordshire
Feasibility study for the redevelopment of land at the former Luton Library Road Car Park, aligned to the wider town centre programme.
Services
Architecture, Cost Management
Sectors
Civic & Government, Transport & Infrastructure
Wimbledon, Greater London
A new sixth form block at Ricards Lodge High School in Wimbledon in the London Borough of Merton.
Services
Architecture, Building Services Engineering, Civil & Structural Engineering, Sustainability & ESG, Health & Safety
Sectors
Education, Civic & Government
Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Design of a state-of-the-art police station for North Yorkshire Police to replace their existing outdated city centre facility.
Services
Building Services Engineering, Sustainability & ESG, Civil & Structural Engineering, Architecture
Sectors
Civic & Government, Blue Light, Office & Commercial
Bracknell, Berkshire
Construction of a new 13,000 square metre school at Garth Hill College in Bracknell, replacing the existing school building and facilities.
Services
Employer's Agent
Sectors
Civic & Government, Education
Harlow, Essex
Regeneration scheme to create new western gate-way to Harlow town centre with new arts facilities, residential homes & enhanced public realm.
Services
Architecture, Civil & Structural Engineering, Building Services Engineering, Sustainability & ESG, Cost Management, Project Management, Health & Safety, Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor
Sectors
Civic & Government, Residential, Hotel & Leisure, Regeneration & Urban Development
Lewisham, Greater London
Upgrades and refurbishment of areas within the Brockley Rise Adult Learning Centre in Lewisham.
Services
Building Surveying, Cost Management, Project Management, Health & Safety, Architecture, Civil & Structural Engineering, Building Services Engineering
Sectors
Education, Civic & Government, Retrofit
Harlow, Essex
A coordinated programme to re establish the civic heart of Harlow with high quality public realm, sustainable transport and a renewed cultural offer.
Services
Architecture, Project Management, Cost Management, Building Services Engineering, Sustainability & ESG, Civil & Structural Engineering
Sectors
Regeneration & Urban Development, Civic & Government, Transport & Infrastructure, Hotel & Leisure, Retail, Residential, Office & Commercial
Harlow, Essex
The major regeneration of Harlow bus station and Terminus Street area to transform a run-down part of the town into a vibrant & welcoming gateway.
Services
Architecture, Project Management, Cost Management, Building Services Engineering, Sustainability & ESG, Civil & Structural Engineering, Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor
Sectors
Transport & Infrastructure, Regeneration & Urban Development, Civic & Government
Harlow, Essex
A public realm improvement scheme to transform a pedestrian high street in Harlow, to create a safer, more welcoming town centre.
Services
Architecture, Project Management, Cost Management, Building Services Engineering, Health & Safety, Sustainability & ESG, Civil & Structural Engineering, Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor
Sectors
Regeneration & Urban Development, Retail, Civic & Government
Harlow, Essex
A public realm improvement scheme to transform a pedestrianised square in Harlow town centre, to create a new hub for leisure and hospitality.
Services
Architecture, Project Management, Cost Management, Building Surveying, Building Services Engineering, Health & Safety, Sustainability & ESG, Civil & Structural Engineering, Clerk of Works / NEC Supervisor
Sectors
Regeneration & Urban Development, Civic & Government, Hotel & Leisure
We've partnered with central and local government bodies across a wide range of civic and public sector organisations, delivering projects that balance policy objectives, operational needs and long-term public value.
Brent Council
/Cabinet Office
/Department for Work & Pensions
/Department for Education
/Department for Environmental, Food and Rural Affairs
/Doncaster Council
/Enfield Council
/Food Standards Agency
/Government Property Agency (GPA)
/Guildford Borough Council
/Harlow Council
/Herefordshire Borough Council
/Home Office
/Lewisham Council
/Merton Council
/National Savings & Investment (NSI)
/Office of the Public Guardian
/Peterborough City Council
/Surrey County Council
/Tamworth Borough Council
“Having worked with McBains for the past three years, I can honestly say their team is outstanding. They’ve provided exceptional support across every project we’ve collaborated on, and the entire team consistently delivers excellent service and goes the extra mile for their clients. I wholeheartedly recommend McBains to anyone in the industry seeking their range of services.”
Josh Drew, Lifecycle Senior Programme Manager
Department for Work & Pensions
BCO Regional Award 2026 South of England & South Wales - Corporate Workplace
UKAEA STEP Offices
North West Regional Construction Awards 2025 - Sub-Regional Project of The Year Award – Lancashire
DWP Fylde View Hub
Life Sciences & Research Clusters Awards 2025 - Best New Campus Development
UKAEA STEP Offices
Government Property Awards 2025 - Transform Places and Services - Collaboration
DWP Fylde View Hub
Building Better Healthcare Awards 2024 - Grand Prix Design
Brighton 3Ts Stage 1 Louisa Martindale Building
Building Better Healthcare Awards 2024 - Best Healthcare Development over £75m
Brighton 3Ts Stage 1 Louisa Martindale Building
January 27, 2026
February 18, 2026
February 4, 2026
September 24, 2025
November 4, 2024
September 24, 2025
November 4, 2024
Working in the public sector is about more than delivering buildings. It's about supporting the people and services that keep communities and government operations running smoothly every day. Our teams work at the intersection of design, operations and delivery, applying insight, experience and collaboration to create efficient, resilient and future-ready environments. The work is challenging, meaningful and has a real impact on public service.
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