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Meet the Team

Neil, Rob and Steve have a shared ambition to deliver nothing less than excellence in construction. As the business has grown, they have recruited construction industry professionals with the utmost care, choosing only those of the highest calibre and who share their goals.

Our relationships with our working partners are very important to us and we put time and effort into nurturing them through clear, honest communication and with understanding and empathy. We think outside the box to find cost-effective and sustainable solutions, receive high praise from clients, consultants and communities alike – so much so, that much of our business comes from previous clients or through personal recommendation.

Every member of the Ascia team is highly valued and all of their views are respected. Whether they are office-based or out on sites, all our colleagues are proud to work together to achieve exceptional results for everyone involved in a project. Taking inspiration from the energy and passion of all three of our directors, we are confident in our ability to deliver excellence and value for money every time.

We are well established as one of the South’s leading contractors. We never allow ourselves to become complacent and will continue to strive to find innovative and creative ways to improve.

We look forward to working with you to achieve your vision.

NEIL COLE
Managing Director

Neil is co-founder and managing director at Ascia Construction. Neil followed in his father’s footsteps to join the industry, and with Rob has developed a company and team that is dedicated to client satisfaction.

Neil is a member of the Chartered Institute of Building, with a BSc (Hons) Degree in Building Engineering and Management. He has over twenty-five years experience in the design, construction and safe delivery of projects in all sectors.

Neil enjoys spending time with his friends and family, mountain biking, sailing, running and walking in and around the South Downs.

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ROB EMERY
Director

Rob is co-founder and director at Ascia Construction. He has over twenty years of construction experience, and a drive and passion for creating a positive experience that mutually benefits everyone in the project team. He understands the importance of delivering cost efficient, transparent projects that demonstrate true value for the client.

In his spare time Rob loves spending time with his family and friends and enjoys all things out doors, including hiking, skiing, mountain biking, football and golf.

STEVE HIGGINS
Construction Director

Joining Ascia in 2022 as Construction Manager and becoming Construction Director in 2023, Steve brings 30 years of experience across new build, refurbishment and complex multi-sector construction projects. With a strong collaborative leadership style, he is known for driving high standards in safety, quality and delivery while supporting teams to perform at their best.

Throughout his career, Steve has overseen projects and regional operations valued in excess of £50m, playing a key role in strengthening management teams, improving systems and introducing innovative processes that enhance efficiency and project outcomes. 

He is passionate about creating a positive construction journey — from early concept and pre-construction strategy, through to safe successful delivery for clients, site teams and wider project partners. 

Outside of work, Steve is a keen golfer, DIY enthusiast, and enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and dogs.

 

 

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