Integration & CollaborationNorfolk Constructing Excellence Club

2016 Awards

Building for the Future

DACORUM

Building for the Future

UEA Blackdale Student Accomodation

Project team UEA - Client

LSI - Architect

Ramboll UK - Engineer

AECOM - Cost Consultant

R G Carter - Main ContractorKLH UK Limited (Cross Laminated Timber)

Briggs and Forrester Group (MEP)

SCL Interiors (Dry lining)

Velfac (Windows Manufacture)

Drayton Windows (Windows Installation)

- 514-bed residential development on the UEA’s Main Campus

- June 2015 to August 2016

- BIM Level 2 (LOD 500)

- Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) Construction

- BREEAM ‘Excellent’

- Considerate Constructors Scheme ‘Ultra Site’

PRoject Overview

- Two-stage tendering process and open book approach

- Design development coordinated through BIM modelling

- Early supply-chain engagement incl. 3D Logistics Modelling

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- Design development managed using BIM modelling

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- One team approach with supply-chain partners

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“We would be happy to work with R G Carter on any future projects. Well organised Contractors with high levels of integrity such as R G Carter will always create a good Supply Chain built on honesty and trust.”

(Nic Clark - KLH UK)

“The relationship with RGC is an open and honest one, essential on a fast design and build project such as this.”

(Phil McLaughlin, Briggs & Forrester)

“It continues to be a pleasure to work with R G Carter Project Managers, who demonstrate exceptional organisational skills and recognise that clear direction and continuous communication with the trade contractors, results in a happy work environment and minimal issues...”

(Nick Roper, SCL Interiors)

- Engagement with students from UEA and elsewhere

- Careful consideration of site neighbours on and off campus

“All seems very professional and well organised.Thank you - keep up the good work!” (Local Resident living on Bluebell Road)

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