The University of Sydney – F07 LEES

The LEES 1 Building will consolidate the School of Molecular Biology and School of Biological Sciences within the Faculty of Science. An 8 level, USYD Sustainability Framework ‘Silver’ rated educational facility that consists of teaching support areas, hazardous materials handling areas, laboratory spaces for undergraduates and post graduates, and a public domain research area. The project is the first phase of a broader Life and Physical Sciences consolidation and a landmark project for the University of Sydney.

Client: University of Sydney
Architect: HDR Rice Daubney
Delivery Form: DD&C
Location: Sydney, NSW
Value: $64m
Completion date: September 2018

Lot 24 McCauley Street, Port Botany

Development of an industrial precinct at Lot 1, McCauley Street, Port Botany. The project involved the Design and Construction of 30 warehouse units and associated hardstand and landscaping. 22 warehouses ranged from 170-260 sqm with 40-50 sqm offices and 8 warehouses ranged from 520-730 sqm with 130-140sqm offices.

Client: Ramsay Property Group
Architect: Pressley & Temelko
Delivery Form: Design & Construct
Location: Port Botany, NSW
Value: $14.8 m
Completion date: November 2016

Aqua Apartments

Design and construct of a 20 storey residential development comprising of 129 apartments, retail shops at ground level, car parking over 2 basements, ground and level 1. The car park is serviced by 2 car lifts, no ramps. The unique curved design features curved GRC panels, windows and balustrades.

The works included the demolition of the existing building and excavation for the two levels of basement car parking. As the site is located over the inner city train line, extensive monitoring of the impact of works on the train tunnel was mandatory – to achieve compliance with Sydney Trains requirements.  The site is also situated in a busy retail precinct with high pedestrian traffic. Traffic and safety management is a high priority onsite.

Client: Hollywood Apartments Pty Ltd
Architect: Kann Finch
Delivery Form: Design & Construct
Location: Bondi Junction, NSW
Value: $53.6 m
Completion date: August 2016

Canberra Metronode Data Centre

The Canberra Data Centre is based on the Bladeroom Data Centre design, and is currently under construction. The data centre will be 2 levels, and based around, technical space; permanent work space for asset & security management 8 data halls, plant infrastructure & technical space and climate controlled computer containers.

Client: Metronode Pty Ltd
Architect: Peckvonhartel
Delivery Form: Design & Construct
Location:
Value: $14.4 m
Completion date: September 2015

ADFA Redevelopment

The redevelopment of existing university campus including a new 1200 seat auditorium, 300 seat lecture theatre, sports centre, refurbished mess (kitchen & servery), teaching spaces and working accommodation. Richard Crookes Constructions is required to undertake works on existing facilities and infrastructure that require the refurbishment, upgrading, modification or extension of the existing facilities to meet ADFA’s operational and support capabilities for the next 20 years.

All buildings being built are within a confined working university campus and as such construction vibration and noise is a major consideration.
We ensure that the works are undertaken with minimal impact and disruption to normal ADFA operations and other activities. Our extensive experience working in operating Defence environments has provided us with proven methodologies to minimise disruption and maximise safety. Some key strategies include:

  • Keeping work areas (sites) well contained, highly organised, and well managed
  • Well co-ordinated and tightly controlled construction personnel movements, access, monitoring, storage logistics and traffic management
  • Construction activities will be co-ordinated within each work area through pro-active consultation
  • Communication and coordination with ADFA personnel will ensure OH&S procedures and practices are established, coordinated and maintained – we view this as a key to project safety.

Designated subcontractor parking plans have been developed, to minimise disturbance to ADFA. Site and pedestrian management plans have been developed through strategic planning, providing safe and efficient work sites which enable maximum access for ADFA around the grounds.

Client: Aust Dept of Defence
Architect: Rice Daubney Architects
Delivery Form: Managing Contractor
Location: Campbell, ACT
Value: $99m
Completion date: March 2015