by Sarah Topping | Apr 22, 2022 | CSR, News, Project Information
Every year on the 22 April, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement that began in 1970. The theme for this year is ‘Invest in our planet’ and is focused on finding solutions to combat the threat of climate change and making the transition to an equitable, prosperous green economy for all. This year we are showcasing the fantastic work our projects are doing across North & Scotland, where they have demonstrated our commitments to investing in our planet and working towards Building for a Sustainable World. Below are some examples of what we have achieved: HVO Fuels used across 10 projectsAward-winning flywheel technology at Shakespeare NorthEV charges are available at some offices and sites (9 in total)Green car scheme available to employeesHussh Pod at Netherthird Primary SchoolMMC principles used at NHS Golden JubileeCollating our benchmark data for embodied carbonEngaging with subcontractors using the new Environmental Contractual Requirements document4 projects have taken part in the Zero Waste Scotland reportReducing PPE waste by sending it away to be checked, laundered and returned as good as...
by Sarah Topping | Mar 15, 2022 | Contract awards, CSR, News, Project Information
Kier has been appointed to deliver the North Chadderton Secondary School expansion by Oldham Council, and this week a turf cutting event was held to celebrate the start of works on site. The project is the first Kier has been appointed to through the new Procure North West Framework, which Kier was appointed to earlier this year. North Chadderton is one of the borough’s highest performing and over-subscribed schools and this expansion will provide new state-of-the-art facilities to add to its learning environment. The 1670m2 project includes the design and build of a modern, fit-for-purpose library, a new science block comprising six fully-serviced laboratories and two prep rooms, a sports pavilion with modern changing facilities and a classroom, a café area and sheltered external hard standing areas. Committed to leaving lasting local legacies, Kier will work with Oldham Council and the local community to deliver the following social value targets throughout the duration of the project: 18 local direct employees124 hours given to local school and college visits187 weeks given to local apprentices16 hours given to support young people into work50% local people employed The project is due to be handed over at the end of the year. Sean Fenner, regional director at Kier Construction North & Scotland said: “We are delighted to be starting works to develop the current footprint at North Chadderton School for Oldham Council. The new and improved learning environments will help to inspire pupils and the project provides modern facilities which will remove barriers to learning and increase the likelihood of children and young people realising their full potential. Kier is proud to be supporting...
by Sarah Topping | Mar 11, 2022 | CSR, News
Scottish Apprenticeship Week shines a light on the vital role apprenticeships play in supporting people, employers, and the economy and shows that apprenticeships work for Scotland by giving people the skills employers need now and for the future. Apprenticeships are a crucial part of the Young Person’s Guarantee, providing thousands of opportunities for young people affected by the pandemic and the week is a time for everyone with a shared interest in apprenticeships to show how they work for them. To support this, Working 4 U Civil Engineering Foundation Apprenticeship students from Clydebank High School and St Peter the Apostle High School visited the NHS Golden Jubilee new surgical centre project. The visit allowed students to gain valuable knowledge of the industry and our project manager Chris’s questions which will help them towards their qualification. They were given a tour of the site and Chris spoke to the students about: What the project is aboutHow important health and safety is in constructionThe structures and modern methods of construction used to date Stephen Knox, Working 4U Officer gave some feedback from the students: “Spoke to a couple of the boys today and they mentioned it was much better than any previous site visit they had done so some great feedback. It was fantastic and a great opportunity for them. Thanks again it was excellent...
by Sarah Topping | Mar 9, 2022 | CSR, News
Yesterday we celebrated International Women’s Day 2022 and below are some of the fantastic things held to celebrate this day: ‘Break the Bias’ with Women In Property Highlands & Islands. Catherine Cope, Business Development Manager in our Scotland region took part in a webinar titled ‘Break the Bias’ with Women In Property Highlands & Islands. The discussion was based on panel members sharing real stories and experiences to help inspire other women to do even more. The theme recognised the complexity and challenges in creating diversity and inclusion for all women. The panel shared some of their personal journeys and career routes, their passions, the impact of strong women in their lives, and some of the challenges they’ve faced along the way. Inspiring Females at Oldham College We worked with other contractors to ensure the upmost safety and sensitivity would be shown to the ladies who attended from two local refuges. All risk assessments, safeguarding and feedback forms were signed off by Jigsaw Support whilst the college pulled together key tutors who could each teach a skill to aid the women once they had moved into their new home. The workshop covered skills such as: Unblocking a sink, fixing a broken toilet flush, how to use power tools safely, how to fit a washer to a tap, and how to fit a plug to an appliance. North Chadderton School – Promoting Women in Construction Zara Edmondson and Nicola Ridgeway attended a session with twelve female sixth form business students at North Chadderton School, promoting women in different organisations. They took part in group discussions with the students where...
by Sarah Topping | Feb 21, 2022 | CSR, News, Project Information
Works to the Darley Street market project are progressing well and the demolition phase is nearing completion. Works happening on site currently are: To the North of the site (M&S building) the demolition is completed and the final clearing of the demolition rubble is taking place.To the South of the site they are installing an external scaffold around Nr 8 Darley Street to assist the deconstruction of this final building.In the middle of the site they are preparing for the arrival of the rock anchor piling rig. Piling is planned to start in the middle of March under the two concrete lift cores.New hoarding installed opposite the Kirkgate Centre As the project now comes out of the demolition phase, more focus on CSR activities can take place, and below is a snapshot of what we have achieved to...
by Sarah Topping | Feb 18, 2022 | CSR, News, Project Information
We are working with University West Scotland as part of our engagement for the Paisley Museum Re-Imagined project and earlier this month two members of the project team visited the university to deliver a presentation to their civil engineering students. The session covered topics including:Introduction to Kier and the construction management teamHighlight graduate opportunities Overview of site works and what is involvedAreas such as BIM, Digital, and environmental in construction practiceQ&A The session was a great success and Stuart Tennant, Civil Engineering and Technology Management lecturer said: “Thank you for the presentation and taking the time to introduce the Paisley Museum Re-Imagined project to our UWS 4th Year Civil Engineering students. The presentation was very informative and covered the scope of the project. The links between civil engineering, construction management, and temporary works were excellent, and it was good to see career opportunities presented and made accessible to students who graduate this year – very important career advice. UWS Civil Engineering looks forward to working with the Kier project management team in the near future and I will initiate talks with my colleagues to explore opportunities for further engagement including site visits and guest presentations. Thanks again for the time and effort, very much...
