Byrne McKevitt LTD is a young and exciting building contracting firm specialising in high-end residential new builds and renovations. Based in Newry Co. Down, it has earned an enviable reputation for delivering projects of the highest quality.
Just as their fathers did before them, directors Niall McKevitt and Tony Byrne joined forces in 2021 to form a construction company which has hit the ground running. It was a natural fit for the lifelong friends who have never been far from a construction site.
“I’m 29 and Tony is 28, so we’re very close in age,” Niall says.
“We went to school together in ‘The Abbey’ (Abbey CBS Grammar School), went to Ulster University together, played football together and worked in our fathers’ business together, so we have a lot in common. In addition, we both worked for Tier 1 contractors in Dublin after graduating from university. I’m an engineer and Tony is a quantity surveyor. Three years ago, we decided to combine our expertise and haven’t looked back since.”
Niall adds: “Construction is in our blood. Our fathers, Patrick McKevitt and Brian Byrne, have run Byrne & McKevitt Joinery Works since 1991, while my grandfather Brian and his brother Dan ran McKevitt Bros which built approximately 200 houses in Newry. So you could say that we’re third-generation builders.”
Superior workmanship, attention to detail, value-for-money and a commitment to working closely with clients to deliver total satisfaction are the hallmarks of Byrne McKevitt LTD. Health & Safety is at the core of the business. From concept to completion, the team is with you every step of the way, ensuring that your new project is designed and built to your specific needs, and that there are no hidden or extra costs involved.
Whether your next project is a new build or refurbishment, Byrne McKevitt LTD’s one-stop shop approach will ensure that both the design and building processes are smooth, comfortable and hassle-free. The Co. Down contractor’s reputation for quality construction and ability to complete projects on time and within the agreed budget is borne out by the high volume of repeat business and referrals it receives from designer teams and scores of satisfied clients.
By employing highly-skilled people, working closely with its engineers and architects, and using only the very best building products, this fully insured company is able to deliver the highest quality construction to its clients. Niall and Tony have 10 direct employees who are supported and supplemented by 30-40 tried and trusted subcontractors, including Robbie McGovern Plumbing & Heating, Leecapa Ltd, John McCarthy Electrics, Neal Cronin Electrical, A Mac Plastering, C&C Roofing and Mark Sloan Painting & Decorating.
Suppliers include Murdock Builders Merchants, Roadstone, Vindr VS Windows & Doors, the aforementioned Byrne & McKevitt Joinery Works, Doran Kitchens, Mastercraft Joinery, ADM Floor Screed, Ken Donoghue Grab Hire, SAM Engineering & Fabricators, Deluxe Bathrooms & Tiling and Nationwide Energy Consultants. Byrne McKevitt LTD also collaborates with Tyler Owens Architects, Joe Coughlan Quantity Surveyor, PJ Mastery Group Consulting Engineers and Micah T Jones Architects on a regular basis.
Residential works account for 90% of Byrne McKevitt LTD’s business, with commercial and fitout projects making up the other 10%. Among its current projects is a €4 million housing development in Clontarf, Dublin 3, three new detached houses and a renovation on the same site in Howth, a large-scale new build beside Clogga Beach in Arklow as well as a number of one-off new builds across Co. Down.
The Clontarf project involves the construction of four two-storey basement detached dwellings with a single storey element. Two of the houses comprise six bedrooms and are directly accessible via private vehicular entrances off Seafield Road East. The other two houses comprise four bedrooms and will be situated to the rear of the site, with access via a shared vehicular entrance. Peter Owens of Tyler Owens Architect is the architect on the project.
“We have €8.5 million worth of work on our books at the moment,” Niall reveals.
“Our projects are typically €2-3 million in value. We have our own plant to carry out the groundworks. Despite our relative youth, Tony and I have a wealth of experience in the industry. We’re very approachable and are committed to building long-lasting and successful relationships.
“We have a good eye for detail and will always go the extra mile for our clients. Nearly all of our work is secured through word of mouth and recommendations from architects we deal with. We’ve never had to advertise,” the co-director proudly adds.
As Byrne McKevitt LTD continues to go from strength to strength, Niall and Tony would like to take this opportunity to thank their clients, suppliers and design teams for their unwavering support as well as their staff and subcontractors for their hard work, dedication and skill.
“Our people are our greatest asset. It’s a real team effort,” he concludes.
Byrne McKevitt LTD
2 Lower Corrags Road,
Ballyholland,
Newry,
Co. Down,
BT34 2NF.
Telephone: 0044 751 8911964 (Niall) / 0044 7517 681463 (Tony)
Email: [email protected]
This article was published in Building Ireland Magazine, August 2024, Vol 10 No 8
