About
Founded in 1989, Gordon Mitchell Contractors (GMC) has proudly served clients across the North East of Scotland for more than 37 years. What began as a family-run business has grown into one of the region’s most respected building contractors, delivering high-quality residential, commercial and specialist construction projects throughout Deeside and beyond.
From the beginning, Gordon Mitchell has been inspired by the rich architectural heritage of Royal Deeside. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern construction methods and innovative thinking, the company has built a reputation for delivering exceptional workmanship across everything from the careful restoration of historic buildings to bespoke new homes and commercial developments.
Despite its continued growth, Gordon Mitchell Contractors remains firmly rooted in the family values on which it was founded. Integrity, honesty, quality workmanship and attention to detail continue to underpin every project, while ongoing investment in people, technology and in-house timber frame manufacturing ensures the business continues to build for the future while preserving the standards that have defined GMC for more than three decades.
Our approach
At Gordon Mitchell Contractors, every project is approached with the same commitment to quality, regardless of its size, complexity, or value. Whether delivering bespoke homes, heritage restorations, commercial developments, or public sector projects, our focus remains the same — exceptional workmanship, honest communication, and lasting value.
Since 1989, integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail have underpinned everything we do. We work collaboratively with our clients, architects, consultants, and supply chain partners to ensure every project is delivered efficiently, safely, and to the highest possible standard.
We believe successful construction is built on trust. From practical advice during the early design stages through to project completion, we provide clear guidance, transparent pricing, and realistic solutions, giving our clients confidence throughout every stage of the build.
Above all, we are committed to delivering buildings that stand the test of time while maintaining the quality and reputation Gordon Mitchell Contractors has earned across the North East of Scotland for more than 37 years.
Our people
Our people are the foundation of Gordon Mitchell Contractors. The experience, dedication, and professionalism of our team are what enable us to consistently deliver high-quality projects across the North East of Scotland.
From skilled tradespeople and site managers to project coordinators and support staff, every member of our workforce shares the same commitment to integrity, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction.
We continue to invest in apprenticeships, training, and professional development to ensure our team remains highly skilled while preserving the traditional craftsmanship that has defined our business since 1989. By combining these skills with modern construction techniques and innovative thinking, we deliver projects that respect the past while embracing the future.
It is the expertise, pride, and commitment of our people that continue to earn the trust of our clients and underpin the reputation Gordon Mitchell Contractors has built over more than three decades.
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Gordon Mitchell
Founder & Managing Director
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Phil Lewis
Commercial Manager
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David Stevens
Quantity Surveyor/Estimator
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Les McCombie
Contracts Manager
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Keith Allardyce
Project manager
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John McIntosh
Project and technical manager
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Andy Fleming
Design Technician
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Lee Morrice
Buyer/Accounts
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Steve Young
Senior project co-ordinator
Our Facility
Our Purpose-Built Facility
Our purpose-built headquarters at Haugh of Sluie, Banchory, provides the facilities, equipment, and manufacturing capabilities required to successfully deliver projects of every size. By bringing key operations together under one roof, we maintain complete control over quality, programme, and customer service.
- Purpose-built offices: Modern office facilities supporting our project management, estimating, design and administration teams.
- Timber frame manufacturing: Dedicated manufacturing facility producing bespoke timber frame kits for projects throughout Scotland.
- Joinery workshop: Fully equipped workshop manufacturing bespoke joinery and specialist timber components.
- Plant workshop: In-house maintenance and servicing facilities keeping our fleet, plant and equipment operating efficiently.
- Storage facilities: Extensive indoor and outdoor storage for materials, plant and project logistics.
- Loading and distribution: Purpose-built loading facilities enabling efficient deliveries and nationwide dispatch of timber frame kits.
- Design & Technical Office: Supporting clients from concept through to construction with technical advice, detailing and project coordination.
Gordon Mitchell
Gordon began his career as a time-served joiner, developing a strong appreciation for craftsmanship, quality, and attention to detail. Building on these foundations, he established Gordon Mitchell Contractors in 1989 with a clear vision of delivering high-quality construction projects based on integrity, professionalism, and exceptional workmanship. Over the past 37 years, he has successfully grown the business from a small local contractor into one of the North East of Scotland's leading construction companies, delivering projects across the residential, commercial, industrial, and public sectors.
Phil Lewis
Brings over 40 years of industry experience, having successfully managed projects ranging from small-scale developments to contracts exceeding £30 million. Responsible for leading all commercial and contractual aspects of the business, including estimating, cost planning, procurement, contract administration, financial management, risk mitigation, and project profitability. Working closely with clients, consultants, and project teams, Phil provides strategic commercial leadership to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
David Stevens
Experienced in estimating and commercial management across a wide range of construction projects, preparing accurate cost estimates from bills of quantities and architectural drawings. Skilled in quantity take-offs, supplier and subcontractor procurement, cost planning, valuations, variation management and maintaining commercial control throughout the project lifecycle. Extensive project management and site experience, working closely with clients, architects, quantity surveyors and project teams to successfully deliver projects on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards.
Les McCombie
With 37 years of experience in the construction industry, Les is responsible for the successful delivery of projects from pre-construction through to completion. He manages site operations, programmes, procurement, and quality control while coordinating directly with clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and site teams. Les oversees health and safety, supervises trades and apprentices, manages project resources and materials, and ensures each project is completed on time, within budget, and to the high standards expected by Gordon Mitchell Contractors.
Keith Allardyce
responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of projects from contract award through to completion. Ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards while maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
John McIntosh
With 20 years' experience in Building Control, including seven years specialising in timber frame construction with a national housing developer. Provides technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring designs meet statutory compliance, engineering requirements and industry best practice, while supporting project teams with practical solutions to successfully deliver high-quality projects.
Andy Fleming
Acts as the primary client contact for bespoke timber frame projects, preparing quotations, producing detailed timber frame designs, coordinating material procurement, and overseeing factory production to ensure projects are delivered efficiently, accurately, and to the highest quality standards.
Lee Morrice
Manages the day-to-day procurement of materials, monitors project costs, allocates labour through weekly timesheet management, and administers plant and equipment hire invoicing to support accurate job costing and the efficient delivery of projects.
Steve Young
Responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of projects from contract award through to completion. Ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards while maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.