Bardsley Construction Ltd

The construction of a new neighbourhood office on Oldham Road is due to open in Summer 2011.

The office will become the base for the Adactus Housing Association and will replace the current office on Varley Street.

The office will provide a welcoming and modern housing service for the people of Miles Platting, including a new reception area and meeting rooms for use by the community.

This development will also include new retail premises on the ground floor.

The construction of the office and the convenience store will take approximately 12 months to complete and we hope both will be open for business by Summer 2012.

WWT/CHSI North West White Van Roadshow

Bardsley Blackburn Beacon Centre project paid host to the Working Well Together WWT/CHSI Haydock Group – NW 'White-Van' Road show on the 20th May 2011. This was part of the two-week safety tour of major construction sites in the region.

This event is about raising health & safety awareness amongst the industry's workforce, with the aim to reduce accidents and fatalities in our industry. This one day event was introduced by Bardsley's Health & Safety Director, Mr John Thorley (CHSI committee member) who talked about the fatality rate in the industry and how falls from height remain the biggest killer in the construction industry. This was followed by the showing of the Jason Anker Live DVD, a 'tool box talk' on working at height by Speedy Hire, practical demonstrations on the safe use of mobile access equipment by representatives of Turner Access and Youngman and concluded with a thought inspiring talk on silica dust by Brandon UK.

Each session finished by reminding workers of the number of fatalities in the industry within the North West in 2009/10 and the need to remain vigilant and work safely. All workers then completed a feedback form and received a 'Goodie Bag'. Thanks go to the CHSI partners, HSE, Speedy Hire, Youngman, Brandon UK and Turner Access. A big thank you goes to Lea Whitehurst and his team for hosting the event. 135 workers including students from Blackburn College attended this one day event.

QMS Audits 2011

Bardsley are pleased to announce that we, as part of our Quality Management System ISO9001:2008 and ISO14001:2004, underwent an external audit in May 2011, which was carried out by QMS International PLC. We are pleased to report that the audit was successful and that our quality management system continues to meet the highest standards.

Considerate Constructors National Site Award for Rochdale College

Considerate Constructors Scheme Annual National Site Awards are given to only the highest scoring 7½% of sites, which have completed in the previous year. The Awards recognise sites' excellent standards of consideration towards their workforce, their neighbours and the environment. Chief Executive, Edward Hardy, said: "These Award ceremonies give us the opportunity to recognise the outstanding efforts made by contractors in reaching the very highest standards of consideration. This year we have seen some exceptional sites and I should like to congratulate all those who have been nominated for an Award."

Bardsley received a Bronze Award for 2011 Rochdale Sixth Form College

http://www.ccscheme.org.uk/index.php/site-registration/awards2011

4th Consecutive Win of RoSPA GOLD Achievement Award for 2011

Every year since 2008, Bardsley has sent a submission to the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) to be judged for an Occupational Health & Safety Award.
These prestigious awards are presented to organisations that can demonstrate a continuous commitment to improving Health and Safety in the workplace. Awards may be given at levels of bronze, silver and gold.
Bardsley's first entry in 2008 was awarded Gold Standard; Bardsley also achieved this standard in 2009 & 2010.

We are very pleased to announce that we have been notified that Bardsley has been awarded the GOLD Achievement Award for the FOURTH year running.

Bardsley kicks off with Sandbach United FC development

The complex will also offer changing rooms, two large officials' rooms, a wheelchair-accessible changing area and bathroom, and an education suite with office space.
"When it is complete, this development will be a major sports hub for the Cheshire community - one of thousands across the country that the Football Foundation is supporting with money provided by our funding partners: the Premier League, The FA and Government, via Sport England."
Roly Bardsley, chairman of Bardsley, said: "We're delighted to be working with in partnership with Sandbach United FC and Cheshire East Council on this prestigious project, one of the largest football club developments in the country."

http://www.sandbachunitedfc.co.uk/Club/News/tabid/64/EntryId/32/Sod-Cutting-Ceremony-Construction-Week-4-Updated.aspx

Bardsley build UK's first eco-hostel

Work has begun to redevelop a former 19th century convent in Liverpool into the UK's first eco-friendly homeless hostel.

Liverpool Mutual Homes' (LMH) plans will see Belvidere Road Family Centre transformed into a modern and sustainable centre for families needing temporary emergency respite.

Bardsley is carrying out the work on the £3.5 million project which is expected to be completed early next year.

http://www.24dash.com/news/housing/2011-02-03-LMH-develops-UKs-first-eco-hostel

http://www.placenorthwest.co.uk/news/archive/8239-lmh-begins-revand-of-belvidere-family-hostel.html

Rochdale Sixth Form College awarded the Rochdale Borough Building of the Year Award

Buildings from across the borough were celebrated this evening (Tuesday 1 February 2011) at the Rochdale Borough Design Awards.
The awards, now in their second year, are part of a bid to reward top quality design in new developments.

This evening the awards were presented to the winners by the Mayor of Rochdale, Councillor Zulfiqar Ali and David Ward from sponsors Wilson Bowden.

http://www.rochdaleonline.co.uk/news-features/2/news-headlines/52336/new-design-developments-celebrated

Bardsley wins Two Green Awards
at the Northwest Business Environment Awards 2010

Winner (over £1m)
The Hive (Stevenson Square)
5 Plus Architects (formerly HKR Architects) Bardsley and partners

At The Hive, the air is regulated naturally; each floor cools itself overnight thanks to a combination of simple but elegant building materials and their thermal properties.
These absorb any build-up of heat during the day and gently let it out again at night via secure motorised louvres. This process is called 'night purge' and means your office remains comfortably and naturally cool.

Runner-up (over £1m)
Loreto Sixth Form College - Phase 4
Waterman Group with AA Projects Ltd, Taylor Young Architects and Bardsley Construction Ltd

The design uses heavy thermal massing which retains heat in the building's mass, floors, and ceilings. The installation of a large 30,000 litre water tank allows for rainwater to be harvested and then re-used to flush toilets and water the plants on site. A series of photovoltaic panels have been put on the roof to produce electricity directly from sunlight. The deep bore ground source heat pump uses warmth from the ground to heat the building. The roof features a sedum roof, which has many environmental properties such as absorbing rainwater, providing insulation, providing habitats for small animals and insects.

http://www.nwda.co.uk/news--events/press-releases/201001/nw-business-ement-awards-2010.aspx
http://www.greenheroawards.co.uk/the-hive

Bardsley team swim Channel for Help for Heroes

Monday 13th September is a day to remember for four water babies. Nathan Royle from BDB, Ian Shaw from M-Tec together with Ted MacDougal and Dave McEwan from Bardsley swam the English Channel in relay to raise money for Help for Heroes, a charity which supports injured members of the armed forces.

The boys took to the sea wearing the official attire of speedos and googles. Just enough to cover their modesty and a little more than the official photograph which was deemed a little to risque for the French. (Who would have thought?)

The 21 mile swim from Dover to Cap Gris Nez, Calais took the quartet 13 hours and 57 minutes, arriving in Calais at 15:33pm looking wrinkly and relieved they didn't have to dodge to many ferries.

To donate to Help for Heroes visit:
www.virginmoneygiving.com/team/englishchannelswimsrmm

Boulevard Resource Centre.

Bardsey have been appointed priciple contractor for the £1,500,000 reconstruction of an existing public house. Works include; the façade retention of three external walls; demolition of the remainder of the existing building and the rebuilding to form a detached building comprising office and night shelter accommodation on three floors and storage provision to part of the existing basement areas. Work is expected to start August 2010 and be completed by April 2011.

• Client: Blackburn with Darwen Community and Voluntary Service (CVS)
• Architect: DLA Architect
• Quantity Surveyor: The Tom Lucas Partnership Ltd
• Employers Agent: Pearson Fraser Limited

Chester & District Framework awarded to Bardsley.

Bardsley (amongst others) have been appointed to the CDHT Framework for projects worth £800k-£30m until July 2013 in relation to new build social/open market housing and mixed-use/community development projects. The Award Criteria was the most economically advantageous tenders incorporating the requirements of the tender specification. Bardsley scored 72% against the criteria of total cut off score 69%.

Bardsley Golf Challenge 2010.

The Bardsley Golf Challenge is a charitable event helping us to raise funds for the Bardsley Trust and the Community Foundation for Greater Manchester.

A balmy day in June 2010 saw the competition return to Ashton-under-Lyne Golf Club for the first time since 2008. An exceptional turn out of clients, contractors and associates produced one of the closest scorecards ever seen in this competition. Nick Walsh (Club Captain) finished the round complaining about being 3 over. One over the clubhouse, one over the road and one over the carpark. Good job Brian Hoyle was there to save the day.

Bardsley staff flock to protect birds nest.

A Blackbirds nest was discovered by Bardsley employees during the construction of a new Facility Management building for Edge Hill University at Ormskirk.

Dr. Des Callaghan, Consultant Ecologist at Eco Study (www.ecostudy.co.uk) said "Your support is much appreciated and I look forward to hearing when the birds have all safely fledged."

The nest was located within a hole in the rear wall of the building at about 2m height, near to the SE corner of the building. The hole has been created for a flu to be fitted, leading from a boiler in the plant room to the exterior. The Blackbird nest is in good condition and contains five eggs, which are being incubated presently by the parent. The Blackbird female was active around the nest and seemed accustomed to the construction activity occuring in the local vicinity.

1. No works that may damage or destroy the nest and eggs should be undertaken. Works on fitting the flu should proceed only once the nest becomes inactive. This will be within 2 to 4 weeks if the female hatches the eggs and rears the young, or earlier if she abandons the nest.
2. A temporary notice that explains the location of the nest and its legal protection should be fixed to the exterior wall of the building near to the nest.
3. The nest should be re-inspected at weekly intervals so that I may report on its condition and the point at which it becomes inactive and can be removed.

High Five for White Van Roadshow

Bardsley paid host to the Working Well Together WWT/CHSI Haydock Group – NW 'White-Van' Roadshow on the 21st May. This was part of the two-week safety tour of major construction sites in the region. The event is about raising health and safety awareness amongst the industry's workforce, with the aim to reduce accidents and fatalities in our industry. This one day event was introduced by Bardsley's Health & Safety Director Mr John Thorley and was followed by the showing of the HSE's 'High 5' DVD, practical demonstration on the safe use of power tools by representatives of Makita (UK) Ltd and concluded with a practical demonstration of the Beta Guard mobile access tower by Turner Access.
Each session finished by reminding workers of the number of fatalities in the industry within the North West in 2008/9 and the need to remain vigilant and work safely. All workers then completed a feedback form and received a 'Goodie Bag'. Thanks go to the CHSI partners, HSE, Speedy Hire, Makita and Turner Access.
The White Van Roadshow has been organised as part of the Working Well Together initiative – a partnership between HSE and the construction industry – which aims to improve health and safety in the sector.
HSE Inspector Alan Pojur said: "We'll be spending a day at each site to meet as many construction workers as possible, and remind them of the dangers they face every day."
More information on the initiative is available at www.wwt.uk.com.

Bardsley Constructs Growth with Yorkshire Office.

Bardsley Construction's expansion represents a significant development for the business which has operated solely from its Manchester head office for 45 years. The £70m turnover business believes that recent contract wins and wider economic trends signal a return to modest growth in the construction sector. The office at 2 Wellington Place in Leeds is a strategic investment following a number of contract wins with the University of Bradford and the Yorbuild Framework. The office will be headed by Bardsley Construction's Yorkshire regional manager Adrian Rooney. Mr Rooney's role will be to grow business activities across the Yorkshire region. Mr Rooney said: "We're definitely seeing tentative signs of recovery in the construction market after two very tough years in the longest and deepest downturn since the 1930s. "This is our first regional office and having a cross-Pennines presence gives us a fantastic opportunity to work with new clients and enhance the Bardsley name and reputation outside its traditional North West heartland." Bardsley has been appointed as one of the preferred contractors for the University of Bradford's four year works construction framework. The £3m of works will involve a mix of refurbishment and new build. On the Yorbuild construction framework the business will undertake new build, refurbishment and design and build works for local authorities and public sector bodies such as Leeds, Kirklees, Calderdale and Bradford councils. Wayne Bardsley, chairman of Bardsley Construction, said: "We're delighted to be opening an office in Yorkshire and look forward to bringing our hard-earned reputation for work with new clients across the Pennines."

World Cup star Ben Kay MBE cuts first sod on £5.5m Merchant Taylors Sports Centre.

We are delighted to announce the building of a new £5.5 million sports centre, to be completed for the new school year starting September 2011. The Schools' Governors gave the final go-ahead for the project last week and the contractor is due to begin work in April.
To mark the commencement of this exciting period of development an official ceremony was held today. Ex-England rugby international World Cup star and Old Boy of Merchant Taylors', Ben Kay MBE, helped us cut the first sod.
Leo Coligan, Chairman of Governors, said: "This exciting build underlines our confidence in the future of Merchant Taylors' Schools and their pursuit of excellence in all areas, academic and sporting, and our determination to provide the very best facilities for our boys and girls."
Located at the Boys' School site on Liverpool Road, this ambitious development designed by Buttress Fuller Alsop Williams Architects, will benefit all pupils from the family of Merchant Taylors' Schools, and will include a dance studio, fitness suite and a large indoor facility equipped to provide state-of-the-art facilities for rugby training, football, hockey, tennis, badminton and many other sports.
Bardsley Construction, a £70m turnover business that specialises in such partnering contracts with the public sector, has been contracted by Merchant Taylors' Schools to construct the sports centre.
Wayne Bardsley, the chairman of Bardsley Construction Ltd, said: "We're delighted to be working with such a blue chip client as Merchant Taylors' Schools on this excellent project that will help to enhance our reputation and presence on Merseyside and indeed throughout the wider North West."
This important next step in the Schools' development programme, following on from the award-winning Vitreum main entrance at the Girls' School, will be underpinned by the two year 'Sporting Start' campaign of fund-raising and programme of activities.

3rd Consecutive Win of RoSPA GOLD Achievement Award for 2010.

The Health & Safety Department at Bardsley are delighted to announce that it has been awarded a Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents GOLD Achievement Award for 2010, following on from the RoSPA Gold Awards for 2008 and 2009. Mr John Thorley, Director of Health & Safety at Bardsley said "We are justifiably proud of our positive Health & Safety culture, and will continue to build on its foundations into the future."

The Hive, Manchester. A landmark 'Green' building is handed over.

Argent Group PLC and Manchester City Council have announced the practical completion of their joint venture development, The Hive, located in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter. The landmark building provides 78,000sqft of cutting edge office space, and is a new hub for business in this unique part of the city.
Argent created The Hive to tap into the inspirational spirit of the Northern Quarter, helping to continue the ongoing regeneration, and setting a new standard for future developments in the area.
Designed by the Manchester office of international architecture and design practice, HKR Architects, the stunning design has raised the bar for sustainable innovation by using the latest in green technology, an important component of modern business. The building has received a BREEAM 'Excellent' rating for its use of green planting on the rooftops, natural ventilation and energy efficient lighting system.
The building has received a grade 'B' energy performance rating and with only one building in the UK having received an 'A' rating, this is further evidence of The Hive's significant range of green credentials.
Oliver Butler, project manager at Argent Group PLC has worked closely with the project since its inception in 2007. "Seeing the finished product marks an incredible journey for all those involved in the delivery of this fantastic development. The vision was to create a landmark building for the Northern Quarter, and to help enhance the community with a great new facility. We are confident that The Hive will continue to attract a diverse range of businesses and generate further investment into this part of the city."
Built by Bardsley, the building represents the company's ethos of employing a team of directly employed, committed and talented people, all of whom have raised the bar in terms of their professional approach to overcoming many difficulties associated with construction in the heart of a busy city centre.
Wayne Bardsley, chairman of Bardsley said: "We were obviously delighted to create such an innovative and striking building that epitomises the ongoing transformation of Manchester as a city and the Northern Quarter in particular.
"The Hive is a vision of the future of construction and the significantly reduced environmental impact it has on the city is something to aspire to with all future building projects."

Pupils at Alder Grange Perform Sod Cutting Ceremony on New £8 Million Sixth Form College.

Construction work on a new state-of-the-art £8m Sixth Form at Alder Grange Community and Technology School in Rawtenstall, Lancashire has begun.
The start of the project has been marked with a special sod-cutting ceremony which involved pupils, staff and the construction team.
The state-of-the-art facility will cater for 300 students and will include: science laboratories; a media studio and performance space; an industry standard catering kitchen; nursery and creche facilities for child development students, plus ICT and library facilities.
Work has been held up by the cold snap at the start of 2010 but now work on site is well underway. The build is expected to last for 12 months. The school's first Sixth Form intake will be housed in temporary accommodation until the construction process is complete.
Alder Grange head of school David Hampson said: "Over the past few years there have been lots of meetings and plans where the Sixth Form was just a dream — now it is becoming a reality and it is very exciting for everyone involved.
"We already have a number of students who have applied to go to the Sixth Form — they are particularly delighted to see work getting under way.
"The Sixth Form will add something completely different for post 16 students in Rossendale and is one of the most positive education developments in the area for many years.
"The school will offer a specifically developed curriculum, which will meet needs of students — one that is not offered elsewhere in the valley. This will mean fewer students having to travel out of the valley to colleges in Bury, Burnley and Accrington."

Bardsley Staff Praised for Professionalism.

Chapel Street, South Windle is a charming new development from Regendahomes (part of the Regenda Group).
Initial consultation revealed a strong desire for traditional style housing that fits into the community, and a prolonged period of planning sessions has resulted in a development that we are all proud of!
Mr Graham Bennett, Director of the South Windle Residents Group commented, "The houses look fabulous, with sash windows, stone detailing and decorative brickwork, yet they are also eco-friendly and suited to modern living."
The local residents were pleasantly surprised by the professionalism of Bardsley, a commitment ingrained throughout our dedicated workforce.
Mrs Jean Davis said "Builders can be a nightmare, but the workers on 'our' site have been stupendous! From putting out the bins, clearing my car of snow and even offering to shop for us when my 80 year old mother was ill, they have been polite, helpful, considerate, neat, quiet, hardworking, organised... I could carry on and on.
"No praise is too high and I recommend this company and its employees very highly. The experience of living next to a building site has been a very pleasant surprise indeed!"
All those involved with the creation of the tree lined refurbished streets in the area have been considerate and friendly - including the patient relocation of lighting when residents required it.
The development was designed by Liverpool architects Brock Carmichael, includes energy saving measures such as high levels of insulation in the walls, floors and roof, high-efficient gas-condensing boilers together with double glazed windows. Each property also benefits from solar panels and are built to Code for Sustainable Homes Level 3 standard.

Our Commitment to Training and Apprenticeships.

J21, Rochdale's labour into construction initiative, has helped two men find trainee positions at Rochdale 6th Form College. Paul Strutt, Managing Director of Bardsley Construction Limited, said: "We have worked closely with J21 who proved invaluable in sourcing these local trainees. We hope further trainee positions can be offered as the build process continues and we have also committed to providing ongoing work experience places for a number of construction students.
"We are very pleased that we have been able to employ Roy and Chris and we hope that in doing so they will gain the necessary skills to enable them to complete their apprenticeships and become an asset to their local community."
Roy Catlow and Chris Kenyon have started work with Bardsley Construction Ltd, the company building the £25m centre. Mr Roy Catlow said: "I'd finished college and was looking for an apprenticeship as part of the third year of the course. I'd got in touch with J21 and they were really helpful. They sorted me out with some labouring work, then I started my apprenticeship work at the sixth form college. "I'm really enjoying working here. It's a good group of lads." Mr Chris Kenyon added: "I trained and started this job at the same time as Roy. I'd found out about J21 and got in touch. They paid for my CSCS card and found me this job within a couple of weeks."
J21 is supported by the Oldham Rochdale Housing Market Renewal Pathfinder.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.

Construction of the new two storey meeting house with associated car parking, external works and drainage started on site November 1339 and is expected to take 9 months.
The £1.6m project, designed by Frith Williams Architects, is located on Clifton Road, Runcorn and is situated within its own grounds. The site previously had a Church built upon it which has been demolished and the substructures grubbed up. Landscaping is provided by Walding Associates.

Edge Hill University chooses Bardsley for new facility centre.

Work has begun on the £3.5m two storey steel framed building (approx 1743m²), which will form a new Facilities Management central area.
The design will have minimal heating and cooling demands, using low embodied energy, renewable sources and passive ventilation. The building will also house a new IT infrastructure for the existing and future campus as it develops in the coming years. Work began on site December 09.
Edge Hill University has been delivering higher education for 123 years, since it became the first non-denominational teacher training college for women in 1885.
The University has a student population of almost 20,000 and employs 2,000 staff.

Wirral's Greenest Development Launched.

Ben Chapman MP launched Wirral Partnership Homes' (WPH) first ever new build houses for affordable rent at Juliet Avenue, Bebington, on November 6. All residents of the scheme were presented with a goodie hamper by Ben Chapman MP and Brian Simpson, WPH's Chief Executive. The 6 brand new houses have been built to the highest energy efficiency standards ever seen on the Wirral. They have solar panels and rainwater recycling systems and have been designed to meet the requirements of the demanding Code for Sustainable Homes standards. The Police have also awarded the development Secure by Design Accreditation meaning it is very secure and it has also been awarded Lifetime Homes standards, which require the houses to offer the flexibility to be adapted to meet the changing needs of their residents as they grow older. Ben Chapman MP said: "I am proud to open such a fantastic, environmentally friendly and high quality development on the Wirral. WPH's residents will have wonderful new homes." Brian Simpson, added: "Our residents deserve the very best and these homes have just raised the level across the Wirral."; WPH successfully bid for and secured £300,000 grant funding from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) towards the building costs. The development was supported by partners including Bardsley Construction Ltd, Ainsley Gommon Architects, Tweeds, Wirral Borough Council, LHT and the Tenant Services Authority

Liverpool Hope University.

Bardsley began work on a new 3 storey steel frame teaching facility to acheive a 'Very Good' BREEAM rating. Architects, Halsall Lloyd Partnership have focused on up-to-date space planning of teaching areas and using natural light to enhance the quality of space. Long corridors were redesigned introducing transitional spaces, while skillful use of a selective palette of natural materials, including copper, produces a highquality feel. The £5million plus project is carried out within a live environment and is expected to be completed by September 2010.

Alder Grange Community Technology School.

Work has begun on the design and build of a new 300 place post 16 college to incorporate the following facilities; science/creative expressive arts block, refurbishment of old science/arts areas for IT business administration, new corridor to humanities block to increase sizes of teaching spaces, floodlighting to the all weather multi-use area and additional parking and external works. Designed by Architects Hartington Fleming Worsley Ltd., the £6.5millon project will start on site December 1339 with completion expected the following December 2010.

Crowcroft Place, Northmoor, Manchester

RICS Award 1339 - Regeneration
Crowcroft is the first development of homes for outright sale in Great Places' flagship regeneration area of Northmoor. These funky, urban family residences are the iciing on the cake for the renaissance neighbourhood where people now want to live, work and invest. Developed with support from the Homes and Communities Agency and Manchester City Council at a total cost of £6.6m, the 36 houses include 15 traditional two-up two-down Victorian terraces that have undergone 'extreme makeovers' to become four-bedroom homes.