RSM UK advises Concept Building Services on sale to Axis CLC
RSM UK has advised comprehensive construction and building solutions provider Concept Building Services (Southern) Limited on its sale to Axis CLC, backed by HIG Capital.
Based in Chichester, Concept Building Services (Southern) Ltd specialises in property maintenance, refurbishment and compliance services globally. The company provides a full spectrum of infrastructure solutions including civil engineering, mechanical and electrical contracting, maintenance and refurbishment. It has a proven track record of successful projects, including working on local authority sites and Ministry of Defence estates.
Axis CLC is a national leader in critical property services for essential buildings and social infrastructure across the UK. The company delivers a comprehensive range of services, such as responsive and planned maintenance, refurbishment, building compliance and decarbonisation, across the social housing, healthcare, defence, education and commercial sectors.
This strategic alignment will allow the combined entity to strengthen its presence in the construction industry, bolstered by shared resources and expertise. The acquisition will accelerate growth and aligns with their shared commitment to delivering high-quality refurbishment projects.
RSM UK advised Concept Building Services’ shareholders throughout the transaction, led by deal services partner Ian Wherry and consulting director Mark Colling (mergers and acquisitions), working with Nick Williams (due diligence) and Graham Weston (data analytics).
Ian Wherry, deal services partner at RSM UK, said: “We’re proud to have supported Concept Building Services in achieving a successful outcome and ensuring a smooth transition to a respected national leader in the construction industry. The shared values of the two companies and commitment to ensuring high quality project outcomes will serve as a solid foundation for future growth. We wish the whole team all the best moving forward.”
Joseph Carty, former Managing Director of Concept Building Services (Southern) Ltd, added: “Joining forces with Axis CLC marks an exciting new chapter for Concept, and we are grateful to RSM for their expertise throughout the process. The team provided excellent advice to all our shareholders, ensuring a smooth and timely completion of the deal. I look forward to seeing all that the business achieves in the future as it continues its mission to deliver leading services to a wide range of customers and projects.”