One step Beyond as consultancy firms join forces

Construction consultancy Beyond Consult has joined Airey Miller, with the support of Celnor Group, in a move described as an “exciting step”.

Formed in 2021, Beyond Consult is a nationwide specialist consultancy which provides expert project controls, planning, commercial management and risk advisory services to clients operating across infrastructure, construction, utilities and major capital projects.

The business has built a strong reputation working with public and private sector organisations to deliver expert consultancy across the full project lifecycle.

In a transaction advised by Luke Rae, KBS Corporate Deal Executive, Beyond Consult has been acquired by Airey Miller, a construction consultancy group which delivers project delivery, building safety and regulatory compliance services to public and private sector developers and housebuilders.

Airey Miller is part of the Risk Management division of Celnor Group, which acquired Vision Survey via KBS in April 2024.

“Joining Celnor represents an exciting opportunity for Beyond Consult and our team,” commented Luke Johnson, Beyond Consult’s Managing Director. “We were looking for a partner that shared our ambition, values and long-term vision for the business, and Celnor was a natural fit.

“As part of the Group, we look forward to continuing to grow our consultancy offering, invest in our people and deliver the high-quality service our clients expect.”

The acquisition marks an important milestone for Airey Miller as it continues to expand its specialist consultancy offering and strengthen the support available to clients delivering complex and critical projects nationwide.

“This is an exciting step for Airey Miller,” said Mark Humphreys, Airey Miller’s CEO.  “Beyond Consult brings a highly regarded team and their strong track record across infrastructure, utilities and major capital projects aligns closely with our strategic growth ambitions.

“We look forward to working together to deliver even greater value and specialist support to clients.”

KBS Corporate’s Luke Rae commented: “I’m delighted to see this transaction reach a successful conclusion. Beyond Consult is an excellent business with an exciting future ahead, and I’m confident it will continue to thrive as part of Airey Miller and Celnor Group.”

Written by

Jon Wilde

Senior Content Specialist

Jon Wilde is a Senior Content Specialist at KBS Corporate, specialising in business sales, mergers and acquisitions, exit planning and corporate finance. Since joining the group in 2023, he has researched and written extensively on topics including private equity, Employee Ownership Trusts, due diligence, business valuation, tax considerations and M&A market trends. Drawing on insights from experienced advisers, dealmakers and industry specialists, Jon produces research-led content for business owners and also reviews content across the website to help maintain editorial quality, accuracy and consistency.