Nationwide Building Society Kingston

INTRODUCTION

This project required designing, installation and commission of a full MEP system at Nationwide’s new Flagship branch, located within the heart of Kingston-Upon-Thames.

BENEFITS

The branch itself was an open ceiling concept within the banking hall area, so M&E coordination was a critical feature.
Due to the location of the branch, space for external was at a premium, therefore the VRF system was placed onto the roof.
The client provided overall good feedback,scoring 96 from a possible 100 awarded to AMD from ISG.

AT A GLANCE

SERVICES

Mechanical & Electrical

PROJECT DETAILS

Client: ISG

Contract Length: 12 weeks

Location: Nationwide’s new Flagship branch, located within the heart of Kingston-Upon-Thames.

T E A M

Our project management team
consisted of electrical & mechanical
Project Managers and site
managers, working alongside Wates
site management team and Mace’s
technical team.

Progress reports and weekly site
meetings were used to co-ordinate
work with the client and ourselves

Objectives

Newly installed systems included the following:

Newly fully automated BMS system controlling all AC, Ventilation and Lighting
New VRF AC system
MVHR’s to both ground and first floors with a separate WC extract system
A new UKPN main incoming supply, metering, all main and sub distribution
New small power and scene lighting to Nationwide Specification
Data installation
All new public health systems and sanitaryware
New addressable Fire alarm and disabled refuge systems

The branch itself was an open ceiling concept within the banking hall area, so M&E coordination was a critical feature.

Methodology

Programs (including a detailed commissioning program) were issued to the client for approval before the works began.

All method statements were checked by our health and safety manager and issued to the client 2 weeks in advance of any works carried out. All operatives were then required to read, sign and keep a copy of their relevant work activity RAMS. These were then reviewed periodically to ensure they were current and reflective of the works and site.

We also issued in advance our trade quality plan which sets out how we intend to manage and control the quality of the installation and materials used. This was then added to by our quality snagging and inspection reports to ensure any issues were identified and closed out.

Our quantity surveyor and commercial department worked alongside ISG’s and the project QS to ensure cost management and change control were communicated, reported and managed to ensure accurate cost reporting and negating program implications.

Works

A Challenging Bank Project

Due to the location of the branch, space for external was at a premium, therefore the VRF system was placed onto the roof.

The landlord had installed the roof before works commenced. There were warranty concerns surrounding penetrations for ductwork, therefore we had to closely coordinate the location of internal MVHR’s, as well as achieving acceptable internal noise criteria both of which were met.

The client provided overall good feedback, scoring 96 from a possible 100 awarded to AMD from ISG.