Who We Are

ABOUT

CMS-Fife are a contractor situated on the border of Fife and Perth & Kinross districts. We offer services covering most aspects of construction ranging from Site Management Services to carrying out Equestrian Arena Construction, Site Clearances, Minor Earthworks and Civils and Land Drainage Works. Please check out our 'areas of specialism' and 'Services' sections for more information.

We are fully insured and registered with companies house: SC714571

WHAT WE DO

EQUESTRIAN ARENA DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

With extensive experience in the Design and Construction of Equestrian Arenas coupled with strong relationships with key suppliers, CMS-Fife can provide a full service from start to finish whether you require a basic arena or high spec floodlit facility.

EQUESTRIAN FIELD & PADDOCK MAINTENANCE

From grass and weed control to fertilising and aeration, we can cover it all! We can also provide soil sampling and nutrient analysis testing to make sure you get the most from your fields and investment

FENCING

We can supply and install a range of fencing styles, from Equestrian post and rail or electric fencing to post and wire fencing, commercial fencing and domestic fencing.

LAND DRAINAGE

Need some drainage improvements in your existing fields, paddocks, gardens or such like? We have over 15 years experience in the installation of below ground drainage systems. Having invested heavily in specialist laser guided equipment, you can be sure that our work will be completed to a high standard and guaranteed to function effectively.

GROUNDWORKS

CMS-Fife's diverse range of services and experience means we are able to service most aspects of ground works, from standalone concrete base installations to complete shed base and internal floors. We can install infrastructure including underground ducting, floodlight column bases, water pipe and surface water drainage systems and much, much more.

SITE CLEARANCE & EARTHWORKS

Our versatile and compact plant is well equipped to tackle those hard to reach areas and coupled with support from partnering subcontractors means that we are able to carryout most types of site clearances and earthworks efficiently and safely. From Flail mowing of vegetation to complete strip outs, we can cover all aspects.

SOFT & HARD LANDSCAPING

At CMS-Fife, we consistently strive to ensure quality benchmarks are achieved and maintained throughout all of our projects. With a pro-active approach and 'right-first-time' attitude, our on site management services will ensure quality is delivered on time and on budget. Covering all aspects of landscaping from site clearances to turfing, hard standing installations, small civils through to Artificial lawn Installations, we can be sure to meet the needs of our clients.

PLANT HIRE

We have recently invested in our own plant and equipment and coupled with our key suppliers, we can be sure to provide a reliable and efficient service to our customers. All our kit is available as an operated hire and if we don't have it, we can get it!

All staff hold full CSCS/CPCS certification proving competency.

Our own 2t mini excavator is equipped with various attachments including flail head mower, post knocker, tilting ditch bucket and laser guided grading equipment.

ARTIFICIAL LAWN INSTALLATIONS

We can carry out full supply and installation of Artificial Grass Lawns including complete strip out of your existing area meaning our service is a one stop shop!

RETAINING WALLS

CMS-Fife can assist you with overseeing the construction of retaining walls. Our considerable knowledge in this field supported by external design contacts and sub contractors will ensure you get the product you need installed in a timely fashion, under confident leadership and to the best quality.

OTHER SERVICES

Professional Service

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

From basic On-Site Management to Total Project Management on single or multiple contracts, we strive to ensure your satisfaction is guaranteed.

We can offer clients full support on a stand alone basis or by supplementing existing management.

From the preparation of Health and Safety files to the planning and organizing of the works and site staff, cost monitoring against set budgets through to site inspections and reporting, we are confident we can meet the demands of our clients projects.

Our staff hold the requisite NVQ level 4 qualifications in Construction Site Management.

PROJECTS

Below you will find some of our most recently completed projects

AGRICULTURAL SHED, CLEISH

Agricultural Shed & Groundworks

Returning to a previous client, we were tasked to plan & manage the construction of a new 100ft x 50ft (30m x 15m) Agricultural Shed. As well as management of the projects, CMS-Fife also undertook all of the site preparation and groundworks comprising of initial site clearance, topsoil strip and removal off site; removal of existing stables, minor earthworks (cut and fill to level shed footprint) and installation of granular sub base pad. Internally we installed drainage for the new wash bay, internal concrete floor, cattle courts complete with water troughs and all associated pipework. Externally, a large hardstanding area has been provided to service turning and parking for our clients HGV, all of which has been underdrained and future proofed for the later addition of a new arena. Surface water drainage system installed to service the new shed and below ground ducting installed to facilitate water and electric feeds to horse paddocks, external lights and automated access gate. Access into the shed for pedestrians constructed from Timber sleeper steps and slabbed pathway, bound with a post and rail fence for user safety.

INCHARVIE EQUESTRIAN SERVICES

Equestrian Arena Construction

Construction of a new 50m x 30m outdoor arena complete with full below ground drainage infrastructure, fencing and all weather Fibre Surface

SUILVEN, KINESSWOOD

Family Space

Soft Landscaping & earthwork package Transforming what was an overgrown rarely used garden area into a family friendly, accessible outdoor space. Works involved site clearance, shaping and remodelling, soiling and turfing.

MILLDEANS FARM

Recreational Pier Construction

With their equestrian facility bordering the river Leven, our client requested a bespoke build of a small pier to allow access for fishing and relaxation. The pier was constructed using treated strainer posts and standard detail decking platform. A small access gate complimented and secured the area on completion.

DAVID STREET, DUNFERMLINE

Rear Garden Transformation

With sale of the house looming, our client sought to redevelop the rear garden to make it in to a much more family friendly space, and we delivered just that! Having stripped out the old dilapidated shed and it base, cleared the site of rubbish, weeds and unwanted surfaces, we quickly set about installing some new fencing, timber borders and low maintenance bark surface and new lawn were also installed.

VODABONE, GLENROTHES

Concrete Base Installation

Appointed by East Coast Refrigeration Ltd, we undertook the installation of a reinforced concrete pad in preparation for the installation of an external walk in refrigeration unit.

MILLDEANS FARM LIVERY

Fencing Works

Our clients drive and continual investment to develop and promote their new equestrian livery yard meant we were tasked to install nearly 2 miles of post and rail fencing throughout their extensive site, most of which were located on the north facing steep hills and bordering the river Leven. The versatility of our 2t excavator with vertical digging system allowing the cab to tilt and remain vertical, meant that we were perfectly suited to delivering these works efficiently and safely.

RUMBLING BRIDGE

Equestrian Arena Construction

A complex and tightly accessed site meant that the construction of this new equestrian arena would not be without its challenges! With extensive earthworks to level the site followed by installation of the drainage infrastructure the arena footprint soon took shape. New hardstanding access created, timber fencing and retaining walls installed and perimeter landscaping. The final arena surface comprises of a 4inch fibre base with 2 inch synthetic fibre topper providing a free draining, non frost susceptible and safe surface.

INCHARVIE EQUESTRIAN SERVICES

Paddock Maintenance

With extensive grass, weed and reed growth in the field, it was becoming a real challenge for our client to try and maintain it. We undertook flail mowing with our compact tractor and flail and within a few hours, the field was returned to our client, tidy, clean and ready for the horses to be returned.

WATERGATE, CLEISH

Drainage Improvement Works

Faced with constant flooding issues to their fields, Our client sought our assistance to investigate and propose solutions to remedy the issue. The works involved 100m of new below ground piped drainage installation linking an existing manhole to a newly installed Manhole and outlet leading into an existing cundy at the other end of the site.
A number of lateral drains were installed and connected to the new main lines, each one backfilled with gravel to the surface. This ensured that, if the existing manhole still overflowed, the lateral drains would assist in discharging any accumulation of flood water forming in the fields. The results were an immediate success with flood waters receeding in a few short hours as opposed to the days, sometimes weeks that our client had previously endured.
The works were completed in-house by our own team.

KEYSTONE, CLEISH

Driveway widening works

Our client required some extensive widening to their existing driveway entrance to improve access for Articulated Horse Box vehicles. Works also included widening to other areas of the drive and installation of hardstanding parking bays.
All areas were excavated to remove the existing soft vegetation before installation of a 300mm deep granular base, heavily consolidated to ensure it could with withstand the heavy vehicle loads.
All surrounding areas were shaped and landscaped to provide a neat and presentable finish.

BLAIRADAM

All Weather Turnout Arena

CMS-fife recently undertook the installation of a circa. 500/m2 all weather out door equestrian arena. Our client had researched various types of surfaces and became settled on the idea of a standalone fibre surface providing maximum comfort for the horses and use in all types of weather. Appointed on a Labour and Plant hire only basis, CMS-Fife set about construction the area which involved regrading and compacting the existing free draining stone base, installation of perimeter kickboards, 3 rail fence, geotextile separation membrane and then the final 2-part fibre surface. To round off, we regraded the car park and access route into the arena making sure a smooth transition for the horses to manoeuvre. CMS-Fife wish to extend our thanks to Mr & Mrs Collin for allowing us to complete this fantastic looking project.

CAIRNEYHILL

Artificial Grass Lawn

Our client required to improve their rear lawn area which had suffered in recent years from excess foot traffic from their young kids and generally poor growing conditions and drainage.
CMS-Fife installed a new artificial grass lawn complete with timber edging providing a clean and easily maintainable surface which will last for years to come.

'Ross is an outstanding site manager who consistently produces excellent results be it with regard to productivity, cost awareness or staff management. I would happily utilise Ross' services on any job, complex or otherwise, where I need the assurance that everything will just get done and in his freelance capacity would heartily recommend Ross to any future contractor that he may choose to work for'.