HSDC South Downs Campus

Introduction

HSDC have an important role in supporting the acquisition of skills, promotion of learning and supporting the cultural and social development of the town of Havant and its surrounding areas.

PMc were approached by HSDC in 2017 to produce an Estates Strategy for the merger between Havant College and South Downs College. Following the approval of the Estates Strategy and subsequent merger, PMc were retained as client advisors to project manage the outcomes of the piece of work.

In 2018, PMc updated the Estates Strategy to facilitate the merger with Alton College which was approved in February 2019.

Throughout this period PMc have been retained by the College as Client Advisors and Project Managers on the following projects:

£200K refurbishment of the South Downs Reception;
£150K refurbishment of the Havant Reception;
£1m refurbishment across the Havant campus;
Worked with the College on potential land sale on the South Downs Campus;
Submitted bids to the Solent LEP on behalf of the College;
Secured over £1m of T-Levels funding from the Department for Education; and,
Completed a £900k refurbishment of the North Hall, link bridge and North West Building classrooms to enable the delivery of the first wave of T-levels.

Overview

HSDC are now currently in the process of implementing its agreed Estates Strategy. Phase 1 saw the refurbishment of reception areas at both the South Downs and the Havant site, Phase 2 saw over £1M invested in the refurbishment of the Havant site – with further works carried out during summer 2019.

The next phase – which is due to commence in summer 2020 – is to begin the transformation of the South Downs campus main building to create a central hub to the college, enhance the students experience and meet modern learning needs. The transformation of this space will also include the creation of a new home for T-Level courses in construction and digital industries.

Testimonial

“I appointed Peter and PMc to work with us to lead the estates work-stream and develop our property strategy because of his track record of leading major developments at Farnham and elsewhere, the respect with which he is held by our regulator (the SFA), and the confidence he inspires in potential funders including the Solent LEP and other partners. The PMc team have demonstrated empathy with our vision and have already helped shape the merger advisory board’s early thinking. We look forward to working with Peter and his team to develop an accommodation strategy for the new college that is ambitious, deliverable and firmly rooted in the educational mission of the new institution.”

Mike Gaston, Principal and Chief Executive of South Downs College

T Levels Refurbishment 2020

The project objectives were:

660 m² refurbishment of the North Hall to create a digital learning lounge and Senior Management suite;
Refurbishment of 4 spaces on the link bridge to create teaching spaces for the Digital and Construction T-levels;
Refurbishment of 3 classrooms in the North West Building to facilitate the delivery of the Early years T-Levels curriculum; and,
The strip out the of the first floor of the Main Building.

Key Facts

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Start on Site	June 2020
Completion Date	August 2020
Refurbishment area (m²)	800 m²
Total Project Cost	£900k
Funders	HSDC and DfE
Architects	Wilmott Dixon
Main Contractor	Wilmott Dixon
M&E Consultants	WG & R
Project Manager, Employer’s Agent, Bid Writer & Cost Consultant	PMc

Project Team

Reception Remodel - 2017

The project objectives were:

To transform existing tired reception into an open plan hub for student services and careers to be at the front of the campus;
To create a number of meeting rooms in close proximity to reception; and,
Create a more welcoming environment for students and the local committee to enjoy when entering the campus.

Key Facts

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Start on Site	July 2017
Completion Date	September 2017
Refurbishment area (m²)	620 m²
Total Project Cost	£200k
Funders	HSDC
Architects	Architecture PLB
Main Contractor	Hampshire Interiors
Project Manager, Employer’s Agent, Bid Writer & Cost Consultant	PMc

Project Team

2020 South Downs Main Building

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Birds Eye View of Main Building, Targeted for Renovation

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2017 South Downs Reception Remodelling

HSDC Alton Campus

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Introduction

Havant and South Downs College (HSDC) have an important role in supporting the acquisition of skills, promotion of learning and supporting the cultural and social development of the town of Havant and its surrounding areas.

PMc were approached by HSDC in 2017 to produce an Estates Strategy for the merger between Havant College and South Downs College. Following the approval of the Estates Strategy and subsequent merger, PMc were retained as client advisors to project manage the outcomes of the piece of work.

In 2018, PMc updated the Estates Strategy to facilitate the merger with Alton College which was approved in February 2019.

Throughout this period PMc have been retained by the College as Client Advisors and Project Managers on the following projects:

£200K refurbishment of the South Downs Reception;
£150K refurbishment of the Havant Reception;
Worked with the College on potential land sale on the South Downs Campus;
Submitted bids to the Solent LEP on behalf of the College;
Assisted with the proposed sports-led development on the Havant campus; and,

Secured £500K T-Levels funding from the Department for Education.

Overview

HSDC are now currently in the process of implementing its agreed Estates Strategy. Phase 1 saw the refurbishment of reception areas at both the South Downs and the Havant site, Phase 2 saw over £1M invested in the refurbishment of the Havant site – with further works carried out during summer 2019.

The next phase – which is due to commence in summer 2020 – is to begin the transformation of the South Downs campus main building to create a central hub to the college, enhance the students experience and meet modern learning needs. The transformation of this space will also include the creation of a new home for T-Level courses in construction and digital industries.

Testimonial

“I appointed Peter and PMc to work with us to lead the estates work-stream and develop our property strategy because of his track record of leading major developments at Farnham and elsewhere, the respect with which he is held by our regulator (the SFA), and the confidence he inspires in potential funders including the Solent LEP and other partners. The PMc team have demonstrated empathy with our vision and have already helped shape the merger advisory board’s early thinking. We look forward to working with Peter and his team to develop an accommodation strategy for the new college that is ambitious, deliverable and firmly rooted in the educational mission of the new institution.”

Mike Gaston, Principal and Chief Executive of South Downs College

Stevens Building Digital Hub 2020 – 2021

The project objectives were:

To provide industry standard learning accommodation for digital and gaming curricula;
To improve the condition and aesthetic of the Stevens Building creating a dynamic studio space to study in;

Reception Refurbishment 2020 – 2021

The project objectives were:

To relocate the Student Services from the Stevens Building to a new open plan location at the front of the campus;
To create a more spacious and welcoming reception area with clear areas for Student Services, Careers and Enrolment, and a Health and Wellbeing Hub;
To address the air flow issues in the existing reception area.

Key Facts

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Start on Site	January 2021
Completion Date	31 March 2021
Refurbishment area m²	Reception 400 m² Stevens Building 880 m²
Total Project Cost	£1.5m
Architects	Rock Townsend
Main Contractor	Overbury
M&E Consultants	Brontide Ltd.
Project Manager, Employer’s Agent, Bid Writer & Cost Consultant	Peter Marsh Consulting Ltd

Project Team

Stevens Building Digital Hub 2020 – 2021

Reception Refurbishment 2020 – 2021

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HSDC Havant Campus

Introduction

Havant and South Downs College (HSDC) have an important role in supporting the acquisition of skills, promotion of learning and supporting the cultural and social development of the town of Havant and its surrounding areas.

PMc were approached by HSDC in 2017 to produce an Estates Strategy for the merger between Havant College and South Downs College. Following the approval of the Estates Strategy and subsequent merger, PMc were retained as client advisors to project manage the outcomes of the piece of work.

In 2018, PMc updated the Estates Strategy to facilitate the merger with Alton College which was approved in February 2019.

Throughout this period PMc have been retained by the College as Client Advisors and Project Managers on the following projects:

£200K refurbishment of the South Downs Reception;
£150K refurbishment of the Havant Reception;
Worked with the College on potential land sale on the South Downs Campus;
Submitted bids to the Solent LEP on behalf of the College;
Assisted with the proposed sports-led development on the Havant campus; and,

Secured £500K T-Levels funding from the Department for Education.

Overview

HSDC are now currently in the process of implementing its agreed Estates Strategy. Phase 1 saw the refurbishment of reception areas at both the South Downs and the Havant site, Phase 2 saw over £1M invested in the refurbishment of the Havant site – with further works carried out during summer 2019.

The next phase – which is due to commence in summer 2020 – is to begin the transformation of the South Downs campus main building to create a central hub to the college, enhance the students experience and meet modern learning needs. The transformation of this space will also include the creation of a new home for T-Level courses in construction and digital industries.

Testimonial

“I appointed Peter and PMc to work with us to lead the estates work-stream and develop our property strategy because of his track record of leading major developments at Farnham and elsewhere, the respect with which he is held by our regulator (the SFA), and the confidence he inspires in potential funders including the Solent LEP and other partners. The PMc team have demonstrated empathy with our vision and have already helped shape the merger advisory board’s early thinking. We look forward to working with Peter and his team to develop an accommodation strategy for the new college that is ambitious, deliverable and firmly rooted in the educational mission of the new institution.”

Mike Gaston, Principal and Chief Executive of South Downs College

Campus Refurbishment 2018

The project objectives were:

refurbishment of 31no. classrooms throughout A and B block – including the classrooms in the MC teaching area;
creation of a new staff work space in the 400-building including a social space on the ground floor;
refurbishment works in the student lounge to create a new coffee house social/ work space for the student including the relocation of the Starbuck counter; and,
creation of a new Mac suite in the careers area.

Key Facts

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Start on Site	June 2018
Completion Date	August 2018
Refurbishment area (m²)	2,100 m²
Total Project Cost	£1m
Funders	HSDC
Architects	Gilbert Ash
Main Contractor	Gilbert Ash
Project Manager, Employer’s Agent, & Cost Consultant	PMc

Project Team

Reception Remodelling Works 2018

The project objectives were:

To transform existing tired reception into an open plan hub for student services and careers to be at the front of the campus;
To create a number of meeting rooms in close proximity to reception; and,
Create a more welcoming environment for students and the local committee to enjoy when entering the campus.

Key Facts

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Start on Site	March 2018
Completion Date	April 2018
Refurbishment area (m²)	450 m²
Total Project Cost	£250k
Funders	HSDC
Architects	Architecture PLB
Main Contractor	Fasset
Project Manager, Employer’s Agent, & Cost Consultant	PMc

Project Team

Campus Refurbishment – 2018

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Opening Event of Refurbished Canteen

Final Fit on Canteen Area

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Paintwork Commencing on Canteen

Finished Renovations on Student Study Space in Reception

Finished Renovations on Front Reception Desk

Reception Staff Flexible Working Space

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IT Suite Classroom Prior to Renovations

Canteen Prior to Renovations

Havant Campus

Isle of Wight College

Introduction

The Isle of Wight College is an FE college of 28,296m2, located centrally on the island in the principal town ofNewport. The College operates from two campuses known as the main campus and the CECAMM campus. There has been significant investment in new buildings over the last 12 years, including most recently the creation of CECAMM, P Block, S Block and the Pathways buildings completed in 2017.

Business Centre Project

PMc have worked with Fareham College, the Isle of Wight College and Hampshire County Council to deliver a Business Centre at each of the Colleges to support Hampshire County Council and to provide flexible working space for local enterprises.

Testimonials

The new Business Centre, opening June 2022, was created out of a dormant, and poorly used, space in one of our blocks (L). The space was open plan and had not been used effectively in any number of configurations.

With Peter Marsh Consulting, and their Project Managers, a plan was established to isolate this space into two rooms that would be presented in a style similar to the highest quality conference facilities expected in some of our major city Hotels. The design brief was essentially about creating space that challenged the expectations of accommodation traditionally found in a school/college environment, and would be different in every form.

The use of full glass walls on three sides of this new room, with an additional breakout small meeting room (with excellent views of the College campus and beyond), has most certainly achieved that objective. Effective selection of furniture allows for the formatting of the main room to be anything from traditional conference to small group work. High quality audio-visual hardware ensures that delegates can engage fully in current teleconferencing and to the highest of standard.

The projects management was excellent with a great stress on client engagement and participation throughout. The project managers were very adaptive to the needs and interests of the College with the result that the outcome has exceeded expectations. Given that the objective was to provide an environment within the College that employers would feel represented them, and the standards they may expect when attending significant national and international conferences, the completed facility more than achieves that. Supplementary works to the local environment around it have also helped ensure the uniqueness of the accommodation within the College.

Our summary review is that anyone attending the new Centre will be amazed and surprised that such high quality accommodation is available on the Island, and that it is bespoke to their needs as employers and members of the community.

CECAMM & Isle of Wight College

Isle of Wight – CECAMM

Introduction

The Isle of Wight College has secured approval to a £11 million bid to develop a new 3,000m2 Centre of Excellence for Composites, Marine and Advanced Manufacturing from the Solent LEP, as part of its investment commitment to the future skills needs of the Solent economy. The facility will be located in Whippingham, East Cowes, offering specialised education and training for around 600 students.
The bid for funding for this project was led by GKN Aerospace and suppor ted by other local employers in the composites, marine and advanced manufacturing industries.

Our Role

PMc Ltd have been appointed by the Solent LEP to provide project assurance and advice to the College and the LEP on the delivery of the new Centre of Excellence for Composite, Advanced Manufacturing and Marine. We were appointed in September 2015 and we have worked with the College, their contractor and the project manager to close a £2m gap in the project budget, and we’re delighted that contracts were entered into in December – on budget and in scope. The Contract with construction partners, Balfour Beatty, was let in December 2015, work started on site in February 2016 with the frame and ground works progressing well at July 2016.

The new Centre opened to learners in September 2017. Throughout the construction period PMc supported the College and the Solent LEP in the delivery of this important project – bringing our skills, knowledge and experience to help create an outstanding new learning environment on the Isle of Wight.

Testimonials

Peter Marsh was appointed by the Solent LEP to help the Isle of Wight College and its professional team address a £2m difference between the available funds and the post tender cost packages on the College’s flagship ‘Centre of Excellence for Composites, Advanced Manufacturing and Marine’. His first priority was to clearly understand the College’s strategic priorities for this project and how it would benefit the students and employers. Peter’s comprehensive experience enabled him to quickly identify a broad range of solutions and devise a robust and structured framework for addressing the identified gap which built on the Value Engineering process that the College had commenced. With clear targets set and a timetable for action agreed, the College and their advisors were able to bring the project back within budget whilst preserving the required level of contingency to offset identified risks. Peter’s no nonsense approach and significant experience of working with LEPs and contractors on other projects helped us secure the funding for the project and maintain the confidence of the LEP in our combined ability to deliver.

Debbie Lavin, Principal, Isle of Wight College

The Solent LEP is committed to an ambitious programme of investment to support economic growth and raise productivity levels in the Solent. Developing the areas pipeline of marine engineering skills forms an important part of our investment programme, and the Isle of Wight’s Centre of Excellence for Composite, Advanced Manufacturing and Marine is a key project for the LEP. The LEP approached Peter Marsh Consulting to assist the College with delivery of the project. Peter has worked effectively with the College, their advisors and the LEP’s due diligence consultant to ensure the project has a solid basis for delivery.

Stuart Baker, Head of Local Growth, Solent LEP

Tower Hamlets Town Hall

Introduction

Tower Hamlets Town Hall project is one of the most significant building regeneration projects to take place in London. In renovating and repurposing the unoccupied Royal London Hospital as the new permanent residence for the London Borough of Tower Hamlets the Council will be breathing new life into this landmark building whilst bringing public services together in Whitechapel.

First opened in 1759 the Georgian hospital has been a site of esteemed medical history from the care provided in treating injured soldiers in both world wars, pioneering heart surgery, and providing training The for two centuries’ of young doctors.

Overview

PMc are the Strategic Client Advisors on this landmark scheme and have supported the project from its infancy. In 2015 we helped to write the business case to review alternative options for the location of the town hall and refurbishment of the former hospital. Peter has continued to support the Council and its in-house team of client project managers in the development of detailed plans for the restoration and new build through to planning, the appointment of the main contractor (Bouygues UK) and the commencement of construction|on site..

Key Facts

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Total project costs	£115M
Start on site	August 2018
Target completion date	2022
Architects	AHMM
Main contractor	Bouygues UK Ltd
Employers agent & cost consultant	Turner & Townsend
Client advisors	Peter Marsh Consulting Ltd
Client project managers	Place Directorate London Borough of Tower Hamlets

To see a time-lapse for the Town Hall Project from May 2019 until December 2019 – please click here

The Projects Objectives are:

To provide a ground floor accessible, free-flowing interface between members of the public and the council;
Facilitate relocation of council administrative, democratic and customer activities from several rented premises into the new Town Hall;
Bring an Historical Landmark building back to public life preserving its use for future generations.

Additional project benefits:

Within 8 years, following sale (or re-use) of current offices the council will recover the project costs and start generating annual savings in running costs;
Enhanced public accessibility in a new location next to Whitechapel’s new transport hub at the heart of Cross-rail.