Project Wren for Reckitt Benckiser includes both the upgrade of an existing 4,000m² office building and a new 10,000m² laboratory building,

Main contractor M+W Group awarded the job that starts on site now and will see installation of a new ventilation system, small power and lighting systems, fire and intruder alarms and a building management system.

Simon Lafferty, Balfour Beatty Kilpatrick managing director said: “This facility will be a flagship building and will allow us to showcase our wide range of mechanical and electrical expertise, including our design team’s knowledge of hi-tech and process sectors.

“We have collaborated with M+W Group to produce a joint BIM strategy, as well as detailed programme and commissioning plans to facilitate their needs both in the construction phase and beyond.”

With completion expected late next year, Balfour Beatty will employ a direct workforce of 175 at peak construction and offer four trade apprenticeships to further support Balfour Beatty’s commitment to The 5% Club, a UK employer-led initiative focused on creating momentum behind the recruitment of apprentices and graduates into the workforce.