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St Georges, Cobham

sue — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 13:36:27 +0000

The works involved the construction of a single storey extension to include five ensuite bedrooms and a conservatory. All in matching material externally to the existing building with traditional construction of load bearing masonry cavity walls on concrete footings, concrete ground bearing slab and trussed rafter roof. The works included all associated internal alterations. The conservatory was constructed in the middle courtyard including connection to the existing building and new external ramp. This was a considerate constructors scheme where we achieved a ‘Very Good’ score. All works were completed on time even with considerable variations including a drainage solution led by Walker Construction which reduced the excavation works by 60% and gave a considerable saving to the client by using a pumped option.

Willingdon School

sue — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 13:25:24 +0000

The works included the construction of a new detached two storey food technology pod involving the necessary amendments and or alterations to services and external works. We worked very closely with the school and the architect at tender stage to ensure the project was delivered within budget and we designed the mechanical and electrical element ‘in house’. The trenches were backfilled with excavated material and we re-used the perimeter fencing.

Rye Library

sue — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 13:22:53 +0000

The works involved the conversion of a Woolworth’s store and associated office space to a new library facility including basement store, interview rooms and staff facilities. This was a Considerate Constructors Scheme and a BREEAM project both with good scores. Walker Construction worked closely with the Architect to find any cost savings where possible and the contract was completed within budget even with considerable variations during the works.

Crook Log Primary School

sue — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 10:52:34 +0000

The works involved the construction of a building extension to the school to provide a SEN (Special Education Needs) facility. The works included drainage and electrical works.

Coldharbour Depot

sue — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 07:39:11 +0000

The works involved the complete refurbishment of the existing offices and mess facilities, including a single storey extension to the main office and full mechanical and electrical installation. External works included new drainage and works to the car parking area to increase number of parking spaces.

Seymour Leisure Centre

sue — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:28:24 +0000

Seymour Leisure Centre is a grade II listed building. The works were carried out within a live busy leisure centre in London W1; we carried out structural demolition including the temporary structural support works in order to create a 14m high, 15m by 6m internal space within the building. We then installed extensive structural steel works that included a hanging gallery and a five flight set of stairs with stainless steel and glass balustrades. To complete the works we have built a 13.5m high climbing wall within this space and two other climbing walls in other areas, all fully air conditioned with the equipment being craned in.

This was a high profile Blue Flag project for Westminster City Council and had to be carried out to a congested road locked building.

Seacroft Cottage

sue — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:26:14 +0000

The works involved the erection of a two storey side extension, pitched roofs to existing dormer windows and garage, a single storey front extension and a covered rear deck area.

Uplands College Technology Block

sue — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:20:47 +0000

The works involved the construction of a new single storey extension to provide a Textile room and workshop including all necessary amendments/alterations to services and external works.

Armour Plate Shop

sue — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 10:13:20 +0000

The works involved the repair, refurbishment and adaption of the armour plate shop (a grade ii listed building in the Chatham Historic Dockyard and part of a conservation area) including the refurbishment of the external building envelope, extension of rail line into the building, formation of an inspection pit, creation of workshop welfare facilities, upgrading of light, power and ventilation and the creation of visitor viewing picnic and play areas.

Paddington Pavillion

sue — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 09:34:38 +0000

The works involved a complete refurbishment of the existing two storey Pavilion and the construction of a single storey extension containing changing rooms and ancillary accommodation. The works also included the installation of 50,000 litre underground water storage tank and water cannon irrigation system for maintaining the international hockey pitch – this project was a Westminster City Council ‘Blue Flag’ project.

Age Concern

barry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:53:52 +0000

The design and construction of a new single storey rehabilitation unit with a corridor link to the existing Day Care Centre.

Other specialist facilities installed were a Hair Salon, Visiting Specialist Room, Footcare Room, Kitchen, Offices and Disabled toilets all constructed to cater for the special needs of the elderly.

In addition the development included some alteration works within the existing building together with external paving and drainage works.

RAF Henlow

barry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:53:35 +0000

The works involved the construction of a single storey extension to the existing building and associated works.

RAF Henlow

barry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:53:12 +0000

Structural repairs to Roof Support Trusses and door gear to Aircraft Hanger plus associated works.

Visitor Centre

barry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:52:55 +0000

The works comprised of internal alterations, demolition of existing walls and toilets. The construction of new toilets, new waiting area, customer service centre including meeting rooms and conference room, these works were carried out in a four phase programme which allowed continuous use.

Eurotunnel

barry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:52:20 +0000

Provision of new Service Delivery Building and alterations to existing building.

The work involved the construction of a two-storey steel frame building.

The building is linked to an existing building via an enclosed bridge. A lift is installed for easy access to the first floor and existing attached building.

The building has been designed to cater for Eurotunnel Crew Train staff and is in operation 24 hours per day. The facilities provided include a number of offices, teaching rooms, meeting room, large TV lounge, computer rooms, disable toilet, male and female toilets, showers and locker rooms, lift engine room, reception and staircase leading to the first floor.

The external works involved the installation of cycle sheds, waste bin compound and car parking for 100 cars.

Westfield Lane

barry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:52:07 +0000

The works involved the demolition of the existing dwelling and the construction of two chalet bungalows with integral garages and associated works.

Julie Rose Stadium

barry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:51:52 +0000

An extension to the existing building at the south end of the stadium forming ground and lower floor levels. The construction of a new Multi Use Games Area, including flood lighting.

Extension to building involved excavation and construction of new foundations, brickwork and blockwork, erection of new structural steel frames, breaking through to link up to the existing building, installation of windows and doors, decoration, roofing, gutters and down pipes, installation of external ramp and staircases and various associated external works.

Construction of a new MUGA consisted of clearance of vegetation, excavation, disposal of waste material, construction of games area, installation of new electrical services, erection of games boundary fence and ball court markings.

Leicester Central Trains

barry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:51:36 +0000

This contract involved the construction of a lightweight steel external enclosure to house an automatic ticket gate installation and minor internal alterations to the passenger footbridge, plus extensive mechanical and electrical works.

Liverpool Street Station

barry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:49:39 +0000

The works comprised of external and internal alterations to the existing Anglia/one Railway Ticket Office.

We had to remove the existing ticket counters (3 No) and install a new electric automatic opening double door.

All internal partitions had to be removed which separated the existing ticket office, lobby and back office so that there is now an open plan unit which we added the fixtures, fittings and furnishings turning it into a first class lounge.

Pintel Tower, Lydd

barry — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:49:19 +0000

The works involved the dismantling of the existing Pintel mount tower and then replacing with a structural steel tower and associated works.