Described as a “hidden gem of the building services world”, Haughton & Young Ltd is a leading mechanical engineering company specialising in the provision of full mechanical services. Managing director Desy Haughton explains more.
The partner of choice for mechanical building services, Haughton & Young Ltd has successfully completed in excess of €125 million worth of projects since it was established by Desy Haughton and Paul Young in 1998. Both directors continue to play an active role in the day-to-day commercial and operational management of the business which provides a nationwide service from its Dublin base.
“When we leave a project, we make sure we fulfil every requirement,” Desy says.
“Our people are the heart and soul of our business. They ensure that every job we undertake exceeds our client’s expectations. We secure repeat business time and again because we’re transparent and treat every project as if it’s our own. We’re driven by operation quality. The ‘Q’ in our logo stands for quality.”
Haughton & Young Ltd’s vastly experienced team of engineers offer specialist knowledge across all areas of the building services sector. Employing 92 staff and with a current turnover of €11.6 million for 2016, the company’s continuous investment in training and development ensures that all personnel achieve advanced qualification and skills through formal education. Regular CPD seminars and in-house development programmes help its staff keep pace with the ever-changing developments in the industry.
The firm’s investment in its staff is matched by its commitment to providing the latest cutting-edge technology and systems available to create state-of-the-art solutions for all of its clients. Haughton & Young guarantees client satisfaction is delivered in a professional and structured manner in every engagement. The company’s rigorous vendor selection process ensures that it only engages with globally recognised manufacturers who share the same commitment to quality and service.
Haughton & Young has a dedicated facility management division. This team of specialist client service managers and engineers ensure that the clients’ plant and equipment is serviced and maintained to the highest standards. In addition to routine service agreements, the company provides bespoke service-level agreements, planned / preventative maintenance options and year-round emergency call-out service as requires.
Haughton & Young Ltd also operates a market-leading web-based services management solution. This provides real-time communication, via mobile devices, between the company’s service engineers and its customers. This secure and instant access makes for evidence-based decision-making, in turn enhancing faster problem-solving. Its proactive approach means that end users experience tangible results such as improved plant performance, efficient energy performance, minimal downtime, controlled cost management and best lifecycle return on investment.
“Delivering both expertise and professionalism, we understand the importance of a flawless service to our clients. Our workforce is known for its profound technical knowledge, innovative problem-solving, high safety standards and a 19-year track record of outstanding work,” continues the affable managing director whose company boasts a growing electrical division to meet customer demands.
Haughton & Young is reaping the rewards of embracing BIM (Building Information Modelling), which is an intelligent 3D model-based process that equips architecture, engineering and construction professionals with the insight and tools to more efficiently plan, design, construct and manage buildings and infrastructure. BIM gets people and information working together effectively and efficiently through defined processes and technology.
Some of the projects where BIM has been used are Comeragh College (BAM Contractors – main contractor, JVT Tierney – M&E engineer), St. Patrick’s College Block F (JJ Rhatigan & Co – main contractor, IN2 – M&E engineer) and Windmill Lane (John Paul Construction – main contractor, Arup – M&E engineer).
The Ballycoolin-based concern is Safe T Cert accredited and continually works to improve safety awareness in the workplace. The in-house Quality Management System comprises a tailored management structure which is based on absolute attention to detail, quality workmanship, safety and professional and effective management systems. It also promotes Haughton & Young’s ability to deliver client-specific results on programme and on budget, giving the service as it should be.
The company has the professional expertise to operate within the following market sectors: education, healthcare, public buildings, industrial / logistics warehousing, office developments, retail, financial institutions, pharmaceutical, fit outs, sports and recreation, government buildings, hotel and leisure.
As an Irish company, Haughton & Young is proud to provide a full-time mechanical and electrical maintenance service to Croke Park. It has also worked on upgrades to the corporate boxes at GAA headquarters. Other key projects the company has been involved in down through the years include: Bank of Ireland, Cabinteely; Lansdowne House (OPW); Highfield Hospital; Bon Secours Hospital in Dublin; Beaumont Hospital (NPRO); St James’ Hospital (NPRO); St. Patrick’s College, Drumcondra; Nano Research Building in UCD; Crann Building extension for Trinity College Dublin; Gormanston College refurbishment; Adelphia Building fit out in Dun Laoghaire; Crowne Plaza, Dundalk; DKIT theatre and campus canteen; Midway (Maldron) Hotel, Portlaoise; Dylan Hotel, Baggot Street; Meath County Council offices in Navan; Google Link Bridge, Dublin; Applegreen Service Stations in Birdhill, Cullenmore, Paulstown, Lisburn, Belfast and Newtownabbey.
In summary, Haughton & Young guarantees total client satisfaction through an uncompromising demand for excellence.
Haughton & Young Ltd
Unit 16,
The Business Centre,
Stadium Business Park,
Dublin 11.
Telephone: 01 8829662
Fax: 01 8829661
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.hyl.ie
Taken from Building Ireland Magazine, October 2016, Vol 2 No 6
