Last updated: [30/09/2025]

1. Introduction & Who We Are

AZQ Construction Services Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This policy explains how we collect, use, store and share personal information.

We are registered in England and Wales under company number 12235138, with our registered office at 16q Pickering Road, Barking, Essex, IG11 8PG.

We act as a data controller when handling personal data in connection with our business activities.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of information:

  • Identity and contact details such as your name, job title, company, postal address, email address, and phone number.
  • Project and contract details including site addresses, project specifications and correspondence.
  • Financial information such as bank details and invoicing records.
  • Technical information including IP address, browser type, operating system and website usage data.
  • Communications you send to us by email, phone, post or online forms.
  • Recruitment and HR information such as CVs, references, work history and right-to-work documentation.
  • Other data you provide when dealing with us, such as feedback or survey responses.

We may also obtain data from publicly available sources, business partners or professional advisors.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use your personal data only where there is a lawful basis, including:

  • To provide construction and related services.
  • To prepare quotations, manage contracts and deliver projects.
  • To process payments and maintain financial records.
  • To respond to enquiries or complaints.
  • To comply with legal and regulatory obligations.
  • To manage our relationships with suppliers, subcontractors and partners.
  • To send you updates, newsletters or marketing communications (where consented).
  • To process job applications and manage employment matters.

Where consent is required, you can withdraw it at any time.

4. Sharing of Data

We may share your information with:

  • Employees, contractors and professional advisers.
  • Banks, accountants, auditors and insurers.
  • Government authorities or regulators, where required by law.
  • IT service providers, hosting companies and cloud platforms.
  • Business partners or subcontractors involved in delivering our services.

We will never sell your personal data.

5. International Transfers

If we transfer data outside the UK or European Economic Area, we will ensure that adequate safeguards (such as contractual clauses or equivalent protections) are in place.

6. Data Retention

We keep personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes it was collected. For example:

  • Client and project records may be retained for several years to meet legal and contractual obligations.
  • Financial and tax records are typically kept for at least six years.

When data is no longer required, we securely delete or anonymise it.

7. Data Security

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data, including:

  • Access controls and password protection.
  • Encryption and secure storage.
  • Regular system monitoring and backups.
  • Staff confidentiality agreements and training.

If a data breach occurs, we will notify the relevant supervisory authority and affected individuals where required.

8. Your Rights

You have the following rights under UK data protection law:

  • The right to access the personal data we hold about you.
  • The right to correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • The right to request deletion of your data in certain circumstances.
  • The right to restrict or object to processing of your data.
  • The right to receive your data in a portable format.
  • The right to withdraw consent at any time.
  • The right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

9. Cookies

Our website may use cookies or similar technologies to improve functionality and analyse usage. You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings, though some features may not work properly without them.

10. Children

Our services are not directed to children under 16. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published on this page with the updated date.