Graham + Sibbald were appointed to revitalise a large vacant suite within Burlington House, a multi-storey office building in Crosby, Liverpool. This vacant suite, had recently been vacated following a relocation of the previous tenant, with the existing finishes old and outdated, thereby requiring a complete transformation to meet modern tenant needs and attract smaller businesses seeking flexible office facilities.
The project involved the full strip-out and refurbishment of a single-floor office space, reconfiguring it into four modern office suites, each equipped with independent facilities. Our expertise as the lead consultant enabled us to oversee the project seamlessly, ensuring all client objectives were met while navigating challenges with flexibility and agility.
APPROACH
G+S provided end-to-end project management, leveraging our in-house expertise and extensive skill sets, which included, but were not limited to;-
Design & Specification of the works
Pre-Contract Services to include a tender analysis report and a 2-stage tender process, to identify the best return from time, cost and quality perspectives.
Contract Administration Services
Administering the JCT Contract to ensure industry leading protection was afforded to both the Client and the Contractor throughout the construction phase of the project.
Project Management Services
Ensuring the project was managed according to the client brief, programmes were adhered to and quality standards were maintained.
The result was a modernised office space suitable for a wide range of potential new tenants. Data provisions were adapted ready for a plug and play approach, allowing a seamless integration for the new tenant(s).
ADDED VALUE
Undertaking weekly progress visits and chairing fortnightly meetings to keep the client updated throughout the project, who trusted us to operate on their behalf and at distance.
SERVICES PROVIDED
Throughout the project Graham + Sibbald were able to provide a number of services to the client;-
- Design & Specification
- Architectural Services to provide Building Control compliant packages
- Contract Administration
- Project Management
KEY CHALLENGES
Working within a live building environment presented challenges with existing tenants regarding noise and disruption, however good communication with building management, neighbouring tenants and the Main Contractor ensured tenants could continue their daily operations without any inconvenience.
Additionally, the installation of rooftop air conditioning units required careful coordination of crane lifts and permit applications, all efficiently managed by the contractor and the project team to ensure a smooth and streamlined process.
KEY MESSAGE
It is our responsibility as surveyors, specifiers and designers to ensure projects are well managed and all stakeholders are well informed. Communication and organisation are essential to ensure any project completes on time, under budget and to a satisfactory standard.
WHY G+S
Graham + Sibbald were instructed due to our wealth of experience in the office fit out arena, with a proven track record of delivering similar examples for the same client across the Northwest of England.
Furthermore, as a result of our dedication to provide a very high service at a very good cost, we work with a broad spectrum of clients, including a number of leading names in the public and private sectors, representing a wide range of retained clients including Local Authorities, Inward Investors, Government Departments, Major Retailers and Industrialists, Licensed Trade Operators and Insurance Brokers via their Loss Adjusters, amongst many others.
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