News & insights from McCarthys

McCarthys celebrate shortlist at West Midlands Leadership Awards 2025
On Thursday 13 March, McCarthys attended The Business Desk’s West Midlands Leadership Awards 2025. The team gathered at the Macdonald Burlington Hotel, Birmingham to celebrate business leader Steven...
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Reflecting on a 45-year evolution of commercial interiors
As technology has advanced and market demands have shifted, McCarthys has witnessed the evolution of commercial interiors from the 1980s to present day. Steve McCarthy, managing director of...
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McCarthys opens new Birmingham office
Coventry-headquartered commercial property contractor, McCarthys has opened a new office in Birmingham following business growth. The space on Ludgate Hill in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, which...
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Meet McCarthys: A chat with estimator, Rahul
What does a typical day in your role look like? As an estimator you’re responsible for calculating project cost, so my days consist of meetings and more informal chats with the team and our supply...
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McCarthys makes new hires
Midlands-based commercial design, build and fit out contractor, McCarthys has made new hires to support its ongoing growth. This marks an increase in McCarthys’ permanent employee count of more than...
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Meet McCarthys: A chat with head of project management, Simon
What does a typical day in your role look like? I rarely have a typical day; every day is different — which is great. My role centres around working with the rest of the McCarthys team on our various...
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Meet McCarthys: A chat with design manager, Ian
What does a typical day in your role look like? It always starts with a cup of tea — made the correct way, teabag and hot water followed by milk. That sets me up nicely for the day. Then I’ll be...
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Supporting the next generation of construction professionals
A leading build, refurbishment and fit out contractor has shown support for the next generation through educational resources, work experience, and product donations. Coventry-based McCarthys has...
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Key considerations for efficient fit-outs
Space planning and lighting are among the factors that should be carefully factored into the fit out process. Open plan layouts may require specific heating or cooling selections to deliver optimum...
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More sustainable commercial spaces
McCarthys has been around for 45 years so we’ve witnessed lots of change in commercial spaces. From the rise of systems furniture in the 80s, to the move to open plan and demand for modular...
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McCarthys set for growth following £15.5M worth of new business
Midlands-based commercial design, build and fit out contractor, McCarthys is on track to surpass its target turnover following a surge of new business. The business forecast £25M turnover for FY...
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McCarthys completes £2.9M Rolls-Royce showroom refurbishment
A Midlands-based commercial property contractor has completed a £2.9M structural remodelling project for Sytner Group. Following a competitive tender process, McCarthys was appointed to enhance and...
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