Commercial FAQ & Pre-Qualification Resource
Questions Contractors Ask Before Appointing Horizon
Practical answers on capability, programme, resourcing, quality, safety and commercial delivery for drylining, SFS and plastering packages.
24+Years Trade Experience
170Peak Workforce Managed
485Unit Development Experience
IrelandCommercial Coverage
Subcontractor Qualification Note: Horizon is focused on commercial and residential development packages rather than small domestic works. The FAQs below cover the operational, technical, and commercial areas contractors most commonly verify before appointing us.
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Working With Horizon
Company background, target project profiles, and single-subcontractor package management.
Horizon Drylining & Plastering Ltd is an Irish drylining and plastering contractor founded by Ross Gill. Ross has 24 years of industry experience across commercial and residential construction and previously operated a London drylining and plastering business that managed a workforce of up to 170 people at peak activity.
Horizon is focused on property developers, main contractors and construction companies delivering mid-to-large residential and commercial developments.
Horizon is primarily focused on commercial, residential development and main-contractor packages rather than small private domestic works.
Yes. Horizon's stated proposition is to provide a combined drylining and plastering service so contractors and developers can manage the package through one subcontractor rather than coordinating multiple individual trades. This is a key commercial differentiator — see our complete package capabilities .
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Services & Systems
Drylining, SFS steel framing, suspended ceilings, external renders, and performance systems.
Horizon's stated capabilities include:
Metal stud partitions
Timber stud partitions
Plasterboard systems
Shaftwall systems
Acoustic partitions
Drylining systems
Specialist board systems where specified
Yes. SFS steel framing systems are included in Horizon's stated capability, and Ross's previous project experience includes SFS framing installation on commercial and residential developments.
Yes. Horizon's stated capability includes suspended ceilings , Grid / Armstrong ceiling systems, metal ceilings and feature ceilings.
The stated scope includes:
Internal plastering
Skim finishes
Dot-and-dab fixing
External renders
Monocouche rendering
EWI systems
Wet and dry dashing
Yes. External renders, monocouche rendering and EWI systems are included within the stated capability. Ross's supplied credentials also list Baumit Approved EWI Applicator training / approval.
Current accreditation status should be confirmed before contract award where certification is required.
The supplied capability and project history include:
- Fireproofing / firestopping
- Soundproofing
- Acoustic partitions
- Airtightness-related systems
- Fire and acoustic detailing
Yes. CP board installation and EPDM membrane installation are included in Ross's stated skills and previous project experience.
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Programme & Resourcing
Critical-path protection, trade sequencing, labour allocation, and site logistics.
Horizon's stated delivery approach is programme-focused, using sequencing, daily coordination with site management and other trades, and flexible labour deployment to support critical-path activities and phased handovers.
Ross's previous project delivery included coordination with site managers, M&E teams and other trades to sequence works, avoid clashes and reduce rework.
The supplied company material states that Horizon has skilled plastering and drylining crews available and can deploy crews flexibly for phased handovers. Ross also has previous experience scheduling and reallocating labour to meet programme milestones.
The current company material states that Horizon has skilled plastering and drylining crews available for mobilisation on residential and commercial packages in Ireland.
Ross's previous project experience includes directing multiple crews, tracking output by block or landing, rebalancing labour and working towards phased handovers on large residential schemes.
Ross's previous project delivery included material call-offs for boards, CP board, fixings and trims, just-in-time delivery planning, supplier management and reducing unnecessary site storage. Horizon's supplied company material also refers to a responsive supply chain for boards, trims, renders, ceilings and accessories.
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Quality & Safety
On-site quality benchmarks, snag prevention, RAMS, toolbox talks, and technical compliance.
Horizon describes its approach as quality-first, using benchmarks, snag prevention and swift close-out. Ross's previous project experience also includes structured inspections progressing from benchmarks to punch lists and final sign-off.
Previous delivery experience includes proactive quality checks such as lighting inspections, edge trims, corner protection and structured checks before handover.
Yes. Ross's stated experience includes interpreting technical drawings, setting out from gridlines, understanding wall build-ups, door schedules and Gypsum details.
Ross's previous experience includes handling design clarifications with site engineers and project managers involving wall build-ups, door schedules and Gypsum details in order to reduce the risk of rework.
Horizon's stated delivery model includes:
RAMS (Risk Assessments & Method Statements)
Daily toolbox talks
On-site supervision
Higher-risk task controls
Compliance with site-specific safety protocols
Ross's previous Delta Point experience included refreshing RAMS and running toolbox talks for higher-risk tasks including shaftwalls, SFS and CP board.
Yes. Ross's previous management responsibilities included:
- Daily briefings
- Performance checks
- Crew allocation
- Toolbox talks
- Supervision of works
Ross's previous Ascot Road project experience included verifying firestopping and acoustic details and maintaining inspection records for compliance.
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Experience & Coverage
Major multi-unit residential schemes, commercial fit-outs, workforce history, and regional coverage.
Ross's previous project experience includes:
- A 485-unit residential development at Ascot Road, Watford
- A 405-unit high-rise development at Delta Point, Croydon
- Multiple residential and mixed-use developments across London and Greater London
Yes. Ross's experience at 197 Kensington High Street included office drylining, plaster finishes, metal stud partitions, suspended ceilings and SFS framing, together with coordination around M&E installations and finishes.
Yes. Ross's CField Construction experience covered multiple residential and mixed-use developments in London and included plastering, drylining, partitions, ceilings, renders, fireproofing, soundproofing and airtightness-related works.
The supplied project history states that Ross coordinated a peak workforce of 92 people on the 485-unit Ascot Road development. His previous business also managed a workforce of up to 170 people at peak activity. These figures describe Ross's previous management experience and are not claims about Horizon's current directly employed workforce.
Yes. Ross's previous experience includes crew allocation, weekly targets, output tracking, labour reallocation and coordinating multiple teams against programme milestones.
Horizon is based in Leinster, Ireland.
Horizon is based in Leinster and can discuss residential and commercial drylining, SFS and plastering packages across Ireland.
Founder Ross Gill has 24 years of drylining and plastering experience across residential and commercial construction.
The supplied CV lists:
Baumit Approved EWI Applicator (2018)British Gypsum Approved Installer (2015)METSEC (2016)
Current certification or installer status can be confirmed where relevant to a specific tender or specified system.
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Commercial & Tendering
Tender invitations, pre-construction package discussions, and commercial contact paths.
Tender and project enquiries can be sent directly to ross@horizondrylining.com. You can also submit preliminary package details through our Commercial Tender Portal .
Yes. Contractors and developers can contact Horizon to discuss scope, programme and resourcing requirements for upcoming drylining, SFS and plastering packages during early procurement phases.
Upcoming Package?
Need clarity on scope, programme or resourcing?
Speak with Horizon about an upcoming drylining, SFS or plastering package and discuss the delivery requirements before tender or mobilisation.
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