Contract Example 3: 1 Smithfield Square
Client: GRE Assets
Contract Type: JCT Design & Build
Value: £4.3m
Location: Manchester
Key Design Changes:
Removal of 5,000m² ACM/HPL cladding
Installation of A2-rated Alpolic cladding
Delivery Model: Direct delivery
Project Delivery:
Located in a constrained city centre site, stacked containers were used as a compound. Material deliveries were carefully scheduled to avoid peak times and coordinate with the adjacent Children’s Centre. A dedicated banksman and robust logistics plan ensured safety of the public and vulnerable road users.
As the site was adjacent to a railway, we secured a BAPA with Network Rail and liaised throughout the project, submitting RAMS, scaffold design and inspection records. Restricted working hours were observed.
A structural survey revealed the mansard roof could not support new cladding. This was mitigated through a collaborative workshop with the client, leading to design changes.
Resident Engagement:
Health & Safety:
Client Feedback:
Galliford Try praised our “one-team approach,” technical expertise, and professionalism, noting we were “very knowledgeable and easy to work with.”
