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Working with architects

A Contractor You Can Trust to Deliver Your Vision

Hertfordshire's residential main contractor for architects who won't compromise on the quality of their build.

Your reputation as an architect rests, in part, on who builds your designs. We understand that, because ours does too.

CJE Build is a high-specification residential main contractor working across Hertfordshire and the Home Counties. We have built for architects at every scale of residential project, from carefully considered extensions to complete ground-up new builds, and we bring the same discipline to all of them: respect for the design intent, adherence to the specification, and a standard of finish that reflects well on everyone involved.

Why architects choose CJE Build

Four reasons we’re the contractor to call.

Specification Adherence

We build to the specification. Full stop. No value engineering without your approval, no material substitutions behind your back. If something needs to change, we raise it with you and agree a path forward.

Programme Reliability

We plan thoroughly before we start, and we build to the programme we've agreed. You'll always know where the project stands, and your client will too.

Clear Communication

One point of contact throughout. We keep the design team and the client informed without drama or delay. Issues surface early, when they're still solvable.

Collaborative Approach

Construction is a collaboration between the design team and the contractor. We treat it that way. We respect the design, engage constructively with challenges on site, and never lose sight of the outcome we're all working towards.

Recent work for architects

  • Front exterior of a high-specification new build with gravel driveway, Hertfordshire
  • Open-plan kitchen with island and exposed beams, Hertfordshire
  • Loft conversion with built-in bay window seat, Hertfordshire

We understand that a main contractor is an extension of the architect's reputation. We hold ourselves to the same standard.

Ready to work together?

We’re always open to conversations with architects working on residential schemes that demand a high standard. Whether you have a live project or are building a list of contractors for future work, we’d like to be considered.

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