University of Strathclyde – James Weir Level 1 & 2
Project Overview
project name: University of Strathclyde - James Weir Level 1 & 2
quantity surveyor: Doig & Smith
client: University of Strathclyde
services consultant: Hulley & Kirkwood
value: £1.012m
structural engineer: Cameron & Ross
architect: Honeyman Jack & Robertson
main contractor: Taylor and Fraser
Taylor and Fraser undertook the strip-out and re-fit of levels 1 and 2 withinthe James Weir Building at the University of Strathclyde. The project wasawarded through our existing framework agreement, delivering cutting-edgeoffice accommodation and teaching areas together with necessary externalfabric repairs. This major refurbishment was undertaken within an occupiedenvironment, with positive early feedback, from staff and students alike.Handover was achieved in January 2009.
Scope of Work
The project comprised of the following trades:
- Downtakings and asbestos removal
- Metal stud partitioning, wall linings and joiner finishes
- Structural steelwork
- Kal-zip standing seam roofing
- Kawneer aluminium windows
- Aluminium glazed rooflights
- Services installations
- Suspended and MF Plasterboard ceilings
- Vinyl and carpet flooring
- Decoration
- Walnut veneered panelling and column encasures
- Fire protection
- Deko glazed internal partitioning with manifestations