Costain announces move to London

Costain’s future headquarters in London 70 St Mary Axe. The company will move into the new space later this year. (Image: Costain)

The relocation will send the company roughly 40km east, as it looks to occupy the entire seventh floor at 70 St Mary Axe in London’s downtown. Costain will have 17,181 sq ft (1,596m²) of space.

The office will have capacity for approximately 125 desks, said the company, which will increase its London capacity by around 400%.

The space is designed to support multiple user experiences, with permanent and hot desks, customer meeting rooms, training areas and informal meeting spaces with integrated smart technology throughout.

“Over the last few years, working requirements have changed, with increased co-location with our customers and dynamic working. We need an office that makes it easier for our people, customers and partners to connect, collaborate and create, and our new head office will do just that,” said Alex Vaughan, Costain’s CEO.

As part of the move, Costain will vacate its current Maidenhead and London offices. The company will maintain a presence in Maidenhead for employees based there, said Costain. The move should take place in the second half of 2024.

“The new office was selected with sustainability in mind,” stated the company. “The building [has] the highest energy efficiency certification, including a BREEAM Excellent rating, and space for 328 bicycles. Easily accessible from mainline transport hubs, including the Elizabeth Line and London’s Liverpool Street Station, the location will encourage the use of public transport.”