Rockwool - Knights Brown

Contract Value

£900,000

Contract Period

May 2019 - Jul 2020

Sector

Private Industrial

Project Overview

Highland Services provided various works to Knights Brown who were the main contractor employed to extend the production area at Rockwool Pencoed site.The project included internal fit out of new Security building, Logistics building and fire proofing new production conveyor installation.Highland also carried out the M&E and security design and installation packages for this project. This aided in planning and communication throughout the whole project meaning we could communicate in house rather than sending RFI through Knights Brown contracts manager and waiting for replies that can sometimes cause delays. On one example we conducted a value engineering exercise with the client. A simple manufacturer change allowed us to identify cost savings of c£100k whilst maintaining the specified performance.

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Services Delivered

Fire Proofing & Boarding
Suspended ceilings
Plastering
Decoration
Flooring
Cubicle & Toilet facilities
Kitchen installation

Challenges & Mitigations

Challenge

Diversion/isolation/termination of building services causing possible delays and increased cost.

Mitigation

Highland ensures that communication with Knights Brown is consistent and collaborative and follows the principles of ISO44001. Ensuring that there is no conflict regarding planned / unplanned activities and all works is managed accurately, identifying any potential risks to the project programme, safety, and budget.

Challenge

Disruption to the environment and working around the public and staff in sensitive and controlled environments.

Mitigation

Our staff are always fully briefed via toolbox talks and aware of their safeguarding responsibilities. Clear signage and instructions are always provided and regularly updated.