What Domis Construction does

Domis Construction is a privately held main contractor founded in 2017 and headquartered in Wigan, UK, operating across the North West of England with expanding reach into Leeds, Sheffield, and London. The company delivers large-scale residential, build-to-rent, mixed-use, student accommodation, commercial, and community construction projects ranging from approximately £20 million to over £400 million in value, including flagship schemes such as Waterhouse Gardens (£195m, 556 homes), Lumina Village (£160m, 440 BTR homes), No. 2 St. Michael's (£400m+, 41-storey W Hotel tower), and Leeds Urban Village (1,012 homes). It serves as the exclusive build partner for Salboy (one of the North-West's largest developers, owned by Simon Ismail and Fred Done of Betfred), with nearly 2,000 homes delivered through this relationship, and has established equity joint ventures and partnerships with Glenbrook, Cole Waterhouse, and Relentless Developments.

The company sits within The Domis Group, a parent entity that vertically integrates construction with six core operating subsidiaries: Matic (mechanical and electrical building services), Wright Landscapes (landscape construction), Casana Interiors (joinery and fit-out), Novo Integration (MEP design), Domis Utilities (NERS-accredited network connections), and Domis Plant (plant and equipment provision). This ecosystem enables end-to-end delivery across build, interiors, MEP, utilities, plant, and landscaping. Domis reports using "cutting-edge technology and secure, web-based platforms" for project traceability and integrates Clixifix for post-completion defect management. Revenue is generated through construction contracts (fee-based) and equity participation in joint ventures.

Domis operates on a project-based B2B main contractor model with quote-based pricing, targeting property developers, housing associations, local authorities, and institutional investors. Customer segments include Property Developers (primary), Institutional Investors and Pension Funds, Local Authorities, and premium/luxury and branded-residential developers (W Hotels, Nobu). Its go-to-market combines direct enterprise sales, joint venture partnerships, and industry events such as GOLFEST, supported by awards recognition (Insider North West Residential Property Awards 2025, Property Week Resi Awards for Lumina Village).

Name

Domis Construction

Legal name

Domis Construction

Website

https://domisconstruction.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Domis Construction is a UK main contractor founded in 2017, headquartered in Wigan, delivering £20m-£400m+ residential, build-to-rent, mixed-use, and commercial projects across the North West, Leeds, and London. It serves as exclusive build partner to Salboy and operates within the integrated Domis Group platform.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Services / Main Contracting

NAICS

Nonresidential Building Construction (2362), Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220), Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (5324), Landscape Architectural Services (541320)

SIC

General Bldg Contractors - Residential Bldgs (1520), General Bldg Contractors - Nonresidential Bldgs (1540), Operative Builders (1531), Construction - Special Trade Contractors (1700), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Land Development & Subdivision Homebuilding (Build-to-Sell Communities) (IMAFABAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Office & Corporate Building Construction (IMAFACAA), Landscape Construction Project Management & General Contracting (HSAIABAK), Earthmoving & Excavation Equipment Rental/Leasing (TLABAFAA)

Keywords

• Main contracting services
• Residential construction
• Mixed-use development
• Build-to-rent construction
• Construction project delivery

Headquarters

HQ city

Salford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Main Contractor Services: Domis operates as a market-leading main contractor delivering construction services for residential and mixed-use developments. Revenue is generated through construction contracts with property developers, housing associations, and local authorities.
2. Joint Venture Development: Domis participates in joint ventures with developers and investors (such as with Salboy on Obsidian, Cole Waterhouse on Leeds Urban Village, Glenbrook on Lumina Village) where revenue is generated through equity participation and development profits alongside fee-based construction services.

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Domis Construction is a market-leading main contractor delivering large-scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use construction projects in the North West of England and beyond, founded in 2017. Through a customer-led model with dedicated delivery teams and senior leadership oversight, Domis provides end-to-end construction services including new-build residential schemes, build-to-rent developments, urban regeneration, commercial offices, student accommodation, and community facilities. The company operates as part of The Domis Group, which combines Domis Construction with specialist subsidiaries covering mechanical and electrical services (Matic), MEP design (Novo Integration), interiors (Casana Interiors), utilities (Domis Utilities), plant (Domis Plant), and landscaping (Wright Landscapes).

Product overview

Domis Construction is a market-leading main contractor operating across the North West of England and beyond, delivering residential, commercial, mixed-use, and community construction projects since its founding in 2017. The company operates both independently and through joint ventures, most notably with Salboy (nearly 2,000 homes delivered together). The Domis Group parent entity combines Domis Construction with specialist subsidiaries: Matic (mechanical and electrical building services), Wright Landscapes (landscape construction), Casana Interiors (joinery and fit-out), NOVO Integration (MEP design and compliance), Domis Utilities (network connections and infrastructure), and Domis Plant (plant and equipment). The company's project portfolio spans build-to-rent schemes (Lumina Village — 440 homes), large-scale mixed-use regenerations (Waterhouse Gardens — 556 homes, £195m), luxury high-rise towers (Obsidian — 250 units, No. 2 St. Michael's — 41-storey with W Hotel and residences), commercial office developments (Glassworks — £20m BREEAM Excellent), student accommodation (Fusion Manchester), and community facilities (Salford Youth Zone, HideOut Youth Zone). Projects range in value from £20m to £400m+. The integrated group delivery model enables Domis to offer streamlined, end-to-end construction from concept to completion, supported by an in-house aftercare service using Clixifix portal for defect management.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Main Contracting for Residential and Mixed-Use Construction End-to-end main contracting services for large-scale residential, build-to-rent, mixed-use, commercial, student accommodation, and community facility projects, delivered via a customer-led model with dedicated delivery teams and senior leadership oversight. Targeted at enterprise property developers, housing associations, local authorities, and institutional investors.
• Joint Venture Development and Equity Participation Joint venture partnerships with developers and institutional investors in which Domis provides construction services alongside equity participation and development profits; projects include Obsidian with Salboy, Lumina Village with Glenbrook, and Leeds Urban Village with Cole Waterhouse.
• The Domis Group Integrated Construction Services An integrated group delivery model that brings together main contracting (Domis Construction), mechanical and electrical building services (Matic), MEP design and compliance (Novo Integration), joinery and fit-out (Casana Interiors), utilities infrastructure (Domis Utilities), plant and equipment (Domis Plant), and landscape construction (Wright Landscapes) under one structure to deliver streamlined, end-to-end construction projects.
• Customer Care and Aftercare Services In-house aftercare team managing defect resolution and customer queries during the developer liability period, using the Clixifix web-based portal to enable homeowners to log, track and manage post-completion construction defects, communicate with Domis and schedule appointments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Delivered Waterhouse Gardens, a £195m development with 556 homes, ahead of schedule
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SalboycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSalboy, the North-West's leading property developer owned by Simon Ismail and Fred Done, is Domis' exclusive build partner. Together they have produced nearly 2,000 homes with thousands more in the pipeline. Salboy handles investments, equity, sales and development while Domis delivers construction.
• BetfredminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBetfred was founded by Fred Done and his brother Peter in 1967 with a single betting shop in Ordsall, Salford. The company has grown into the world's largest independent bookmaker, headquartered in Birchwood, Warrington with around 11,000 employees.
• Jon Matthews Architects (JMA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJon Matthews Architects believes in the principle of the Architect being the lead consultant, with timeless principles of proportion, detail and celebrating the primary form of construction. Common thread includes placemaking, sustainability and deliverability.
• Mayo CivilscoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerMayo Civils is a civil engineering and groundworks contractor established in 2005, now a multi-divisional Northwest company. They deliver specialist expertise across roads, sewers, drainage, foundations, bulk excavations, structural concrete and high-rise concrete frame solutions. Major contributor to Manchester, Salford, Sheffield and Birmingham development scenes.
• RenaissancecoreTechnology or IntegrationRenaissance is a Manchester-based structural and civil engineering consultancy providing considered design and engineering services. They are driven by efficiency in design and delivery, with ability to appropriately innovate and passion for detail.
• Complete Wall Solutions (CWS)coreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerComplete Wall Solutions Limited is a leading specialist contractor providing through the wall solutions, specialising in drywall, plastering, partitions, MF ceilings, fire protection, SFS, render and insulated external wall and finishing systems.
• Euan Kellie Property SolutionsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEuan Kellie Property Solutions is an innovative commercial town planning consultancy based at Landmark House in Cheadle Hulme, advising on high-profile instructions across the North West.
• GallagherminorOthersGallagher is a specialist insurance broker providing professional advice in all areas of risk. Founded by Arthur J. Gallagher in Chicago in 1927, they employ more than 52,000 people globally and provide insurance mechanisms to protect investments.
• GlenbrookcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGlenbrook is the developer behind Lumina Village, a £160m, 440-home Build to Rent development in Trafford. This was Domis' first project with Glenbrook, delivered ahead of programme, with Glenbrook already in advanced talks for the next project in Manchester.
• Cole WaterhousecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCole Waterhouse is Domis' equity joint venture partner for Leeds Urban Village, representing Domis' first project in Leeds. The landmark residential-led masterplan will deliver 1,012 new homes.
• Relentless DevelopmentscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRelentless Developments is the developer behind No. 2 St. Michael's, a £400m landmark development in Manchester city centre. The collaboration includes Salboy and Manchester City Council.
• Forshaw Property GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerForshaw Property Group is the client for VIVERE Residences at Cornbrook, a landmark aparthotel and residential scheme. BSR Gateway approval has been secured and construction is commencing.
• MaticcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMatic is a Manchester-based building services specialist providing full range of bespoke mechanical and electrical solutions across the UK. Member of The Domis Group.
• Wright LandscapescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWright Landscapes, established in 1992, is one of the North West's leading landscape construction companies. Member of The Domis Group, providing project management from planning and design through to completion.
• Casana InteriorscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCasana Interiors is a joinery and fit-out specialist delivering bold residential, commercial, and leisure environments from initial concept through to complete furniture fit-out. Member of The Domis Group.
• Novo IntegrationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNovo Integration are industry experts in the efficient and compliant design of Mechanical, Electrical and Public Health (MEP) systems. Member of The Domis Group.
• Domis UtilitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDomis Utilities is a NERS accredited independent connections provider working with developers to deliver critical infrastructure from design to commissioning and handover. Member of The Domis Group.
• Domis PlantcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDomis Plant provides The Domis Group with top-of-the-line plant and equipment maintained to the highest standard.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Morgan Sindall Group: Publicly listed UK construction and regeneration group with mixed-use and residential development capability. Overlaps with Domis in mid- to high-rise residential construction and is a credible competitor for institutional BTR schemes.
• Sir Robert McAlpine: Major UK contractor active across residential, commercial, and infrastructure, including landmark towers. Competes with Domis for high-rise residential and mixed-use mandates but operates at materially larger scale across a wider sector mix.
• Wates Group: One of the UK's largest privately owned construction and property services groups, with significant residential, commercial, and mixed-use delivery. A broader incumbent whose public-sector, commercial, and Fit-Out capability is wider than Domis' residential tilt.

Direct peers

• McLaren Construction Group: UK-headquartered main contractor delivering high-rise residential, mixed-use, and commercial schemes across the Midlands and London. Closely comparable to Domis in its residential and mixed-use focus, mid-tier scale, and integrated delivery model.
• Renaker Build: Manchester-based residential developer and contractor focused on high-rise city-centre schemes in the North West. Highly comparable to Domis in product (high-rise residential, BTR), geography, and developer-aligned delivery model.
• Russell WBHO: JV between Russell Construction and WBHO delivering large-scale residential and mixed-use schemes, particularly in city-centre regeneration. Directly comparable to Domis in scale, programme complexity, and developer build-partner positioning.
• Bowmer + Kirkland: Privately held UK main contractor with a strong residential, commercial, and industrial portfolio. Comparable to Domis in its private ownership, regional strength, and ability to deliver large, complex mixed-use schemes.
• Eric Wright Construction: North West England-based contractor within the Eric Wright Group, active in residential, commercial, and education sectors. Comparable regional footprint, scale, and developer-client model to Domis.
• Midgard Ltd: North West-based main contractor delivering residential-led and mixed-use developments. Directly comparable to Domis in regional focus, residential tilt, and developer build-partner relationships.

Regional players

• Ask Real Estate: North West-focused property developer active in residential-led mixed-use schemes. Overlaps with Domis' developer-client base and competes for similar BTR and mixed-use regeneration mandates, primarily in the same geography.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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