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We are committed to delivering excellence in nuclear construction projects with our team of experienced and highly skilled installation experts.

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Carolyn Frodsham

Group Managing Director
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Jonathan Law

Managing Director
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Anthony Gaskell

Contracts Manager

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Neil Banks

Business Development Manager
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Lee Abbott

Project Manager
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Melissa Guest - Quality Assurance Administrator

Melissa Guest

Quality Assurance Advisor

Chris Eccles

Quantity Surveyor

Charles Sogbetun

Group Management Accountant

Dave Christie

Group Finance

Steve Nolan

EHS Manager

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Steel erector / Riggers – AWE

September 11, 2025

Location: Reading Type: Contract Job #22574 ES Steel Solutions is a leading construction business specialising in the Nuclear and Defence industry. We have opportunities for experienced Steel Erectors / Riggers for a

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TESTIMONIALS

"Thank you to Tony and his team, this was an excellent audit with no actions raised, on a well managed site. The attitude of those involved in the audit both from HPSL and ES Steel was positive and helpful."
"Thank you to Lee and all of the squad at Bromborough have performed very well, credit where its due to each & every one of them. I have given them my thanks personally to a job well done."
"Congratulations to Jim Radbourne who was awarded the Covid Safety Champion Award as part of the most recent Mensa Site Awards."
"Finally, I would like to thank you and the entire team for your continued efforts, it has not gone unnoticed by the wider project management teams. Let’s keep pushing forward and delivering at this high standard"

LATEST NEWS

Meet The Team – Melissa Guest

In 2012, Melissa completed her secondary school education and then attended Bury College until 2014, where she studied Business, Psychology, Photography, and English Literature. In July 2014, she secured an apprenticeship at a Fire Sprinkler

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June 28, 2024

Meet the Team – Lee Abbott

After finishing high school in 1996, Lee had a clear goal: to work in construction, specifically outdoors. Despite several rejections, perseverance paid off when he finally secured an apprenticeship wit

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May 31, 2024
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ACCREDITATIONS

Carolyn Frodsham

With over 30 years of experience working in engineering and construction, Carolyn serves as the driving force behind all operations at Employment Solutions and ES Steel. She bridges the gaps between ES Steel’s main areas of expertise: nuclear construction and staff recruitment.

In acknowledgement of the difficulties employers face with regards to skills shortages and legislative changes, Carolyn develops strategies that help clients overcome a broad range of different challenges. No matter how specific and niche a project is, Carolyn will have a creative solution to enable her clients to succeed.

In her time as Managing Director at ES Steel, Carolyn has mobilised teams of highly skilled individuals for specialised assignments up and down the country. Her ethos has always been that the contractor is just as important as the client. With this in mind, she facilitates mutually beneficial arrangements that ensure contractors needs are considered throughout the planning process too.

Carolyn’s passion for people extends into almost every facet of her life. From her love of team sports, such as football, tennis, and cricket, to her interest in travelling and experiencing different cultures, she is fascinated by human connection. It is this interest and this degree of understanding that enables her to inspire and lead her own teams so successfully.

Jonathan Law

Jonathan began his career within civil engineering, working alongside large construction teams on complex projects. He ultimately became a qualified Quantity Surveyor after studying at the University of Salford.

Following completion of his MSc within Construction Law and Dispute Resolution – also at the University of Salford – Jon joined a national and respected consultancy practice. This role allowed him to further enhance his commercial skills and broaden his knowledge of the industry.

His personal interest within the nuclear industry led him to pursue a commercial role within a global organisation specialising within the Civil Nuclear Sector, with a particular focus on nuclear decommissioning projects and, more recently, nuclear new builds. He worked in this sector for ten years, prior to joining the team at ES Steel.

Jon is extremely passionate about the nuclear industry, its environmental implications, and its social impact in terms of its ability to cater to high demand. He has observed the ‘nuclear renaissance’ that the UK has seen post-COVID, and is keen to dispel some of the more outdated perceptions of nuclear energy. His role as Managing Director enables him to do just that, and his energetic and ambitious approach allows him to seek out innovative opportunities for growth as the industry expands.

Jon works closely with clients, leveraging his background in construction and his knowledge of nuclear technology to proactively drive change as the UK takes progressive steps towards a more nuclear future.

Anthony Gaskell

Anthony is our Contracts Manager at ES Steel Solutions, supporting both new opportunities and existing projects. With a background in welding, fabrication, and mechanical installation, he brings valuable hands-on experience and a practical approach to contract management.

Anthony’s strong technical knowledge, clear communication, and calm, solutions-focused mindset make him a great addition to the team as we continue to grow.

“We are extremely pleased Anthony could join the business at this exciting time and period of growth.” – Jonathan Law, Managing Director

Neil Banks

Neil Banks is a dedicated senior business development professional with 20 years of experience managing complex, high-profile projects. He has a strong background in project and contract management, particularly in the nuclear and defence manufacturing industries. His expertise in these sectors has helped him successfully navigate challenging, highly regulated environments, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget.

Neil is known for his ability to lead diverse teams, manage complex logistics, and handle contracts with care. His leadership style focuses on collaboration and finding practical solutions, which has allowed him to consistently deliver successful results from project planning through to completion.

Alongside his technical skills, Neil has a strong understanding of business operations and always aims to align project outcomes with wider company goals. His ability to balance day-to-day project management with strategic thinking has made him a valuable asset in demanding roles. Neil’s experience in the nuclear and defence sectors demonstrates his commitment to delivering high-quality results in challenging and highly specialised environments.

Lee Abbott

As Project Manager at ES Steel, Lee manages staff to ensure every project is completed to the highest standard. Lee began his career as a steel erecting apprentice and has gone on to work his way up through the ranks.

His commitment to constant progress – both in his daily work and in his career development – has given him first-hand knowledge of the daily working processes of each member of the team he manages. This allows him to manage from a position of empathy.

Lee is incredibly knowledgeable with regards to risk management, and the safety of his team is of the utmost importance. ES Steel has strong focus on health and safety measures, and Lee’s efforts uphold these standards.

Lee has an eye for detail and a knack for developing creative solutions to complex problems. His results-driven approach drives him to routinely exceed clients’ expectations. He is committed to the success of his team, and his passion for steel production is evident in his 10 years’ experience in the defence sector and dedication to the job.