The six months to 31st December 2025 also saw 1.3% increase in revenues achieved, to £934.9m, which was ahead of the group’s expectations.

Building work accounted for the majority of this, with revenue from this section of the business growing 2% to £476.5m.

Similarly, adjusted operating profit in this part of the business increased, by 19.2% to £14.9m.

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Overall, Galliford Try has an improved cash position (£189.9m, up from £176.4m) and a £4.1bn order book. This represents 98% of work for 2026 secured, and 80% done so for 2027.

“Our results demonstrate continued momentum across the group, and our performance supports increased confidence in improved revenue, adjusted operating margin and profit expectations for the full year,” said Bill Hocking, CEO at Galliford Try.

“I thank all our teams and supply chain for their commitment and contribution to another successful period and welcome our new colleagues to the group.”