Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE): HQ Refurbishment

Conducting a major refurbishment and modernisation programme for the global headquarters of ICE in Westminster.

This challenging project required Building Solutions to deliver a total internal and external refurbishment within just 13 weeks. Numerous initiatives were introduced to maximise the speed of delivery; for example, scaffold preparations were brought forward a full month in order for the vast and intricate system to be ready ahead of the core works.

The access restrictions of the congested city-centre location presented another key challenge. To overcome this, the team constructed a vast scaffold gantry capable of containing all materials, equipment and waste.

Efficient operations and strong communication with all stakeholders enabled the project to be delivered on time and on budget. The team proved so successful that ICE subsequently added several of Building Solutions’ sub-contractors to its own network of preferred suppliers.

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Shell

Delivering hard FM solutions at 562 service stations for the world-leading fuel retailer Shell.

This £60m contract sees Shell benefit from an 84-strong contract team and an open book approach that provides full visibility of costs.

VINCI Facilities’ team place an overriding focus on creating ongoing efficiencies through the use of innovative technologies. The most notable example of which can be seen with the creation of a bespoke Check In Check Out app, which enables personnel to digitally check in/out at Shell’s facilities via store tablets. This innovative solution saw VINCI Facilities shortlisted in the IWFM Awards.

A wealth of additional initiatives have been introduced that have collectively generated cost savings of >£1m for the client. These include regionalising and consolidating the engineering resource, and training Shell’s team to conduct basic maintenance tasks in-house.

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Peabody: Quality Homes

Modernising Peabody’s estate of c.26,000 residential properties as part of its Quality Homes programme.

Building Solutions has assigned a 30-strong team of experts to this £75m 10-year contract, enabling a swift response to any situation.

As the housing estates remain occupied during the refurbishments, the team includes dedicated Resident Liaison Officers, who ensure that residents are informed and involved throughout the works.

Building Solutions strives to continually create cost savings for the client. For example, when roof works were required at Peabody’s Lomond Grove estate, the team challenged the need for scaffolding, instead suggesting an edge protection solution that, in turn, shaved 12 weeks off the programme and delivered cost savings of £16k.

Demonstrating a sector-leading commitment to CSR, Building Solutions has invested £336k+ in Peabody’s community programmes to date, including an award-winning early-learning literacy programme.

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