Founded in 1956 by John F. Chambers, Lindum began with a focus on civil engineering for water companies and industrial customers. Over nearly 70 years, it has expanded significantly into building and larger construction projects, serving sectors including food manufacturing, retailing, education, and social housing.
Today, Lindum employs around 630 people across offices in Lincoln, Peterborough, and York. Lindum operates as a practical construction business with 13 trading divisions, emphasizing teamwork, practical skills, and strong client relationships. Their philosophy prioritizes performance and customer satisfaction, measuring success by repeat business rather than just turnover or profit.
They maintain a transparent approach to client communication, working collaboratively to overcome project challenges. With a strong balance sheet, no borrowing, and a significant net asset value, Lindum provides clients with confidence in their ability to deliver. They are committed to sustainability through their 'People, Planet, Profit' strategy, focusing on waste reduction, social value, and community engagement.
The company is partly employee-owned, with a significant portion of employees also being shareholders.