Accreditations, Affiliations & Memberships

Constructionline

Hawes is accredited with Constructionline Gold. Constructionline is the UK’s leading procurement and supply chain management service for the construction industry.

Builder’s Profile

Builder’s Profile is the open-access Common Database service providing compliance and PQQ information to the construction industry.

CHAS

We have been certified as Approved Contractors by The Contractors Health and Safety Assessment Scheme (CHAS), evidence of our high level of Health & Safety competence.

Youth Friendly Employer

The Youth Friendly Employer Award builds on from the principles of good youth employment practice. It is a comprehensive framework that can be used to benchmark, assess and support the development of an exceptional youth employment strategy.

Eastbourne Chamber of Commerce

We are a member of Eastbourne Chamber of Commerce, an active, modern organisation focused on driving the economy forward in Eastbourne and the surrounding area.

Brighton Chamber of Commerce

We are members of the Brighton Chamber of Commerce who work to assist businesses throughout Brighton.

Hailsham & District Chamber of Commerce

We are members of this Chamber of Commerce based in Hailsham who actively support businesses in and around the area.

Fair Payment Code

The Fair Payment Code (FPC) rewards businesses that adopt fair payment practices with their suppliers. The Code is ambitious in setting high standards including an exemplar ‘Gold’ category for those businesses paying suppliers within 30 days.

The Federation of Small Businesses

As experts in business, we offer our members a wide range of vital business services including advice, financial expertise, support and a powerful voice in government. Our mission is to help smaller businesses achieve their ambitions.

Chartered Building Company

Being a Chartered Company Member proves that our company is run by professionally qualified Directors and Managers, experienced in all aspects of the building process. It demonstrates to our clients and suppliers that we are committed to the principles and values of best practice, ethical standards, and professionalism

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Constructing Excellence Sussex Club

Sarra has been chairperson for this committee for over three years. This is a forum for individuals and companies to learn about the principles of best practice while creating a culture of continuous improvement. They meet on a regular basis throughout the year with talks from knowledgeable speakers and visits to sites of interest.

Eastbourne Rugby Club

In 2024 Hawes became the main sponsor of Eastbourne Rugby Club. Bruce and Sarra are thrilled to have the opportunity to give back to a club that has been part of their lives for over 30 years.