Galliford Try officially confirmed its role as main contractor at 100 Avebury Boulevard this week.

The Enquirer can reveal that a number of works packages have now been let including:

• Enabling Works, Muck Shift & Piling Mat – Mick George
• Piling – Rock & Alluvium
• Groundworks – Careys
• Steel – FH Dales
• M&E – Manstal

Work will involve construction of 140,000 sqft of Category A accommodation over eight floors.

Andrew Wilson, Managing Director of AW James, said: “AW James are very proud of 100 Avebury’s design.

“Both our architects and Galliford Try have been putting a great deal of effort into creating a really impressive and sustainable building that will enhance the local landscape and provide plenty of opportunity for companies that are thinking about moving to a great new location, that is so well connected.”

Jon Marston, Managing Director for Galliford Try Building East Midlands, added: “We are delighted to be getting underway with this exciting development.

“Our business has a strong track record in producing high-quality office accommodation within the region and we look forward to working with AW James and the stakeholders involved to create a new landmark for Milton Keynes.”