CTS has decades of experience in retail and construction project management, managing all aspects of shopfitting, fit outs and construction – from large scale new builds to refurbishments and extensions - with particular expertise in the food and supermarket sectors.
From feasibility and planning through design, build and support after opening, we pride ourselves on partnership working and delivering our client’s vision to the highest standards.
We are recognised as one of the UK’s most successful retail shopfitting companies, with the likes of Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Co-op, WH Smith and Specsavers turning to our expertise.
Every shopfitting or fit out project requires clarity of planning and leadership to ensure a smooth journey to opening on time and within budget.
Our dedicated project management team, which includes planning, design and health and safety experts, will take full responsibility for;
Sainsbury's Bank
The CTS team delivered the complete fitout of new office space for 'Sainsbury's Bank' in Edinburgh.
Sainsbury's
This was a new build 12,000 square-foot store, in the centre of Winchburgh, and one of the larger projects completed by our team in 2024.
Waitrose Edinburgh
An 11-week project which saw our teams complete a phased, full refurbishment, ensuring there was no disruption to the business.
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Our Traditional Approach
Established in 1998, we are a business with family at the heart, built around traditional values of complete customer service and satisfaction.
Partnership Working
We pride ourselves on partnership working and ensuring complete collaboration with our clients to exceed their expectations.
In-House Expertise
We have our own in-house team of project managers, site supervisors, designers and fit-out teams, including all required trades.
We Lead the Way
By turning to CTS you are choosing one of the UK’s most successful construction and shopfitting companies – and as a principal contractor, we lead on every aspect of your project.
Industry Recognition
We are accredited by Achilles ‘Building Confidence’ and recognised by leading industry bodies for our standards in work, procurement, Health and Safety, and principal contractor competence.
Our Clients
We are chosen by household names to plan, design and build their stores, including Sainsbury’s, Waitrose, Co-op, WH Smith and Specsavers, as well as working in NHS Hospitals and railway stations.
Our Google Reviews
"I had a great experience working with the team at CTS. The first meeting established trust and a clear understanding of our needs as a client, the tender process was transparent and detailed, and the project and site management throughout the fit-out delivered everything I look for in a general contractor. Communication was clear, responsive, and frequent, and the planning and quality of work were of a very high standard for their first project with us. I highly recommend their services."
Pandora Project Manager - Pandora
"I’ve always had a great experience working with CTS on our shopfitting projects. Their expertise in both retail and construction are exceptional, and they approach every job with a high level of professionalism. The team is always approachable, communicates clearly, and is quick to address any challenges that arise. I highly recommend CTS for anyone in need of reliable and efficient shopfitting services."
Construction Project Manager – Co-op Property
"Not only was project completion exceptional, but to have a completed store, snag free, final account signed, brilliant work in the local community and great safety scores is truly first class."
Development Programme Manager - Waitrose
"Having weekly progress meetings on site greatly helped us ensure that quality was one of our key focuses to achieve snag free target we were aiming for on launch day."
Retail Project Manager Construction – Co-op Food
"Great work from the CTS team!!! Thanks again for delivering a great looking store. Our customers love it."
Construction Programme Manager - John Lewis
