'More than bricks and mortar': Northern Ireland family-owned construction firm marks topping out milestone on new Magherafelt headquarters
Henry Brothers has completed a key stage in the development of its new flagship office as it approaches its 50th anniversary
Northern Ireland construction company Henry Brothers has marked a major milestone in the development of its new Magherafelt headquarters with the completion of a topping out ceremony.
The event saw second-generation family members David Henry, Ian Henry and Julie McKeown sign the final structural beam of the building — a long-standing construction tradition symbolising progress on site and the next chapter in the company’s growth.
The new headquarters forms part of a significant investment by the family-owned business as it approaches its 50th anniversary, creating a modern and sustainable workspace designed to support its expanding workforce and future operations.
Located at the company’s long-established Magherafelt base, the new office development will provide upgraded facilities, flexible working spaces and enhanced sustainability features aimed at improving employee wellbeing and collaboration.
Construction work on the flagship office project officially began earlier this year, with Henry Brothers founder Jim Henry joined by the company’s longest-serving employees, Ronnie Wilson and George Scott, to break ground on the development.
David Henry, chief executive of Henry Group, said the project represents a major investment in both the business and the wider Mid Ulster region.
“The development of this flagship office represents more than bricks and mortar; it embodies our vision for the future of Henry Brothers,” he said.
“Every element of the design has been carefully considered to create a workplace that fosters employee collaboration and wellbeing.
“From sustainable building systems to modern, flexible workspaces, this facility reflects our responsibility to the environment, our people and the communities we serve.”
The new Magherafelt headquarters is expected to be completed by January 2027, with operations at the existing site continuing throughout the construction period.
Henry Brothers is currently delivering several major projects across Northern Ireland, including Queen’s University Belfast’s Advanced Manufacturing and Innovation Centre and the Momentum One Zero project, alongside the recently completed £13.5m Driver and Vehicle Test Centre in Mallusk.