The Commission

Initially, Blue Sky Building was commissioned by Stanhope in 2012 to carry out an overall phasing strategy to inform funding decisions, on the £1.2bn development, comprising 950 homes 500,000m2 office and retail space. This then developed in to a comprehensive scope of services that were delivered over the next two and a half years.

The Stats

Phase 1 Construction Value

Phase 1 Construction Value

£450m

£450m

Client

Client

Stanhope Plc 

Stanhope Plc 

Key Consultants

Key Consultants

AHMM, Arup, Deloitte

AHMM, Arup, Deloitte

Scope of Services

Programme and Logistic Advice

Buildability advice including comparative assessment on façade options, retain versus rebuild, foundation options and handover strategy

Comparison of programme and methodology based on whether the BBC TV studios remained operational or not.

Procurement & Management of All Surveys

Procurement of the Demolition and Utilities Packages

Supporting the Procurement & Appointment of the Construction Manager

Project Leadership Team

Julian Daniel