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Built environment & construction PR agency

Polymedia is a construction PR agency specialising in the built environment sector for more than three decades. We’ve handled national, trade, vertical, specialist, regional and broadcast media and, in a high risk industry handled dozens of crisis and issues scenarios.

FULL SUITE AGENCY

Construction PR agency

Our PR offering includes a full service suite – messaging, thought leadership, CSR and ESG, integrated comms and BD support.

As a property PR agency, we’ve worked with housebuilders, commercial property developers, contractors, BNG providers, agents, structural engineers, architects, eco and renewables specialists, planning consultants, specialist lawyers, safety teams and local authorities – every type and size of business across the built environment sector.

We understand how schemes progress through planning and development, and the importance of clear and effective communication with communities, decision-makers, investors and other stakeholders.

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WHAT WE DO

Our construction, built environment and property PR services

We handle all aspects of PR and marketing in the built environment sector, from public consultation to website development, crisis management and thought leadership.

Media relations

We develop news, expert commentary, case studies and feature ideas that secure relevant coverage across the full gamut of media, including those with the highest domain authority for effective digital PR.

Planning and stakeholder communications

We analyse potential risks and objections, identify influential audiences and develop clear communications to support planning applications, consultations and constructive stakeholder relationships.

Thought leadership

We position directors and technical specialists as authoritative industry voices through expert articles, media commentary, research, interviews and speaking opportunities.

Crisis communications

We provide responsive, fact-led communications support during planning disputes, accidents, delays, disruption and other sensitive issues affecting a site or development.

Website development

Creating websites which reflect your brand and support your business objectives, with SEO and digital PR in mind.

ESG and CSR

In a sector where decisions have impact on carbon emissions, resource use, biodiversity, communities and economies, a credible ESG and CSR policy can help meet regulatory and planning expectations, strengthen reputation and improve competitiveness.

INTEGRATED CAMPAIGNS

Specialist built environment PR

Our strategic, integrated construction PR campaigns deliver client objectives from increased sales to securing planning permission; attracting investment to developing stakeholder engagement; tender and framework support to handling sustainability issues.

We understand the challenges the sector faces and have worked extensively on planning, training and handling sensitive incidents which may make or break a project or a business.

We have the expertise to communicate through them to support commercial objectives.

New scheme support

For developers planning new residential or commercial schemes, our approach is to establish your objectives and timeline, then move into risk analysis:

Who are the key protagonists and local action groups, including social media forums?

What are the likely objections?

What were and are the views raised during previous developments?

Who do we specifically need to communicate with?

We take control of communications in order to ensure your messages are heard, engage with key stakeholders to inform, educate and influence, and take an honest, open, and professional approach to communications to support any planning application.

Community and stakeholder engagement

Community and stakeholder engagement is important for built environment PR. We communicate and engage using a host of tools including media packs, news releases and statements, website/microsite development, social media, meetings and site visits with key influencers, advertising, printed communication such as newsletters and brochures and public exhibitions.

We have worked on varied campaigns including the development of a county-wide household waste infrastructure programme, the build and opening of a global retail brand, a controversial new crematorium and the re-siting of a football club.

Our specialists understand the complexities of this sector and the need to carefully handle public opinion.

CONTACT US

The team at Polymedia are a great sounding board for ideas and have provided practical advice with a thoughtful and collaborative approach. I’d happily recommend them to anyone looking for a balanced and professional marketing communications partner.

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FAQs

What does a specialist construction PR agency do?

A construction PR agency helps construction and other built environment businesses communicate with the people who are important to their business.

That communication can be by any platform – website, trade, specialist regional or broadcast media, e-marketing, thought leadership, events, project launches, stakeholder engagement and award submissions.

In this high-risk sector, it can also help you prepare for and manage issues and crises.

Can you help with planning and stakeholder communications?

Yes, absolutely.

We can identify stakeholders, research likely concerns, develop messages and coordinate communications through consultation materials, media activity, websites, social media, meetings, exhibitions and direct updates.

How much does construction PR cost?

Costs depend on the objectives, project complexity, audiences and level of ongoing support required. We provide both retained campaigns and defined project work, with a tailored proposal following a free initial consultation.

Do you work with property developers as well as contractors?

Yes. We work with developers, housebuilders, contractors, architects, surveyors, planners, property agents, investment businesses and specialist suppliers operating throughout the built environment.

How do you handle PR around planning applications including community engagement?

We begin by establishing the facts, risks, stakeholders and agreed position. We then coordinate messages, media responses and stakeholder communications, monitoring developments closely and adapting the approach as the situation evolves.

Talk to our built environment PR team

Arrange a free initial consultation with Polymedia directors Jo Kedward, Graeme Patfield or Julie Fuge. Call 01329 822866 or complete the contact form below to discuss your business, development or communications requirements.

Get in touch

Call for an informal chat, complete the form or email us and get a quick response.

01329 822866

We'd love to meet you

Whatever your sector, whatever your objectives, we’d love to meet with you to discuss your business and how our public relations agency can help.

This initial PR consultation is without charge – and from there, we develop bespoke proposals tailored to your business and its objectives.

Get in touch for a chat about how we can deliver impact, not just noise, for your business.


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