
Crane Hire & Contract Lifting
Mobile crane hire and contract lifting with lift planning, supervision and documentation matched to the project.
Comprehensive Crane Hire Services
On a fully managed lift, Simmons provides the appointed person and the supervising team. Crane hire and a contract lift are different arrangements. A contract lift can include a full contract lift package, lift supervision and full project management, depending on your needs. Simmons can also provide ground surveys and plate testing. For a significant lift or installation, a site survey may be needed to assess ground conditions, access routes, proximity hazards and load requirements. Simmons supplies the correct level of insurance for the agreed operation. Under CPA crane hire conditions, the client provides an appointed person, a detailed safe system of work, supervision and the appropriate insurance.
Key Capabilities
Equipment & Resources
Typical Use Cases
Rooftop Cooling Tower Removal
Dismantling and lifting cooling towers from central London rooftops using a crane selected for the required radius and site constraints.
Steelwork Erection
Precision placement of structural steel for new builds and extensions using suitable mobile cranes and lifting accessories.
Modular Building Installation
Lifting prefabricated modules into position for hospital and school extensions.
Urgent Lift Discussions
Direct phone contact for urgent or short-notice lifting requirements. Phones are monitored 24/7.
Trusted for Crane Hire
Safety & Compliance
Contract lift work is scoped, managed, supervised and carried out by Simmons' directly employed personnel. On a fully managed lift, Simmons provides the appointed person and the supervising team. Under CPA crane hire conditions, the client provides an appointed person, a detailed safe system of work, supervision and the appropriate insurance. Simmons plans work to BS7121 and LOLER requirements and supplies the correct level of insurance for contract lifts.
Existing Case Material

Grosvenor Crescent W1, London
Optimum Group - Grosvenor Crescent
Dismantling and lifting down two cooling towers over two consecutive weekends using a 500te crane.

London
Great Ormond Street Hospital - Metal Masts
Collection, transport and crane positioning of two metal ship's masts at Great Ormond Street Hospital.
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