Winvic Construction completes Bourn Quarter life science scheme
Winvic delivered Phase 2 of the scheme for developer Mortimer/RE (formerly Aitchison Developments) on behalf of pension fund clients of Savills Investment Management. This involved the construction of nine units across six buildings, totalling 154,634 sq ft.
Of the six buildings, three industrial units – 19,857 sq ft, 23,688 sq ft and 29,442 sq ft - are detached, and six have been constructed in connected buildings as adjoining pairs, ranging from 9,097 sq ft to 23,688 sq ft.
A single storey office space makes up each facility and sizes range from 2,095 sq ft to 7,753 sq ft - fitted to a CAT A standard.
Winvic’s 24-year experience in delivering complex large scale industrial facilities ensured the contractor was prepared for navigating site challenges which required extensive planning. The Winvic team collaborated with Mortimer/RE, subcontractors and local occupiers to work through the complexities of the scheme, which involved working around the interface of a significant number of occupied units on Phase one.
In line with Winvic’s commitment to being a responsible business and ensuring a sustainable future, Bourn Quarter Phase 2 has achieved EPC A+ and will achieve a BREEAM Excellent rating. The sustainable first-in-class scheme has been built in line with Mortimer/RE’s Net Zero in operation aspiration, which will allow the occupiers to efficiently manage their environmental impact.
Winvic completed all associated service installations, the construction of on-site roads, yards and car parks including an extensive planting scheme which enhanced the biodiversity of the site with 351 trees, multiple insect blocks and shrubs.
Managing Director of Industrial, Distribution and Logistics at Winvic, Danny Nelson, said: “This significant Life Sciences scheme marks our first in the sub-sector and we are pleased to be completing on such a pivotal facility for the Cambridge area and beyond, with Net Zero Carbon capability.
“Entering the Life Sciences sub-sector is a milestone enhancement to our growing project portfolio, and it’s been a pleasure to work alongside Mortimer/RE and its exceptional team. We are honoured that they put their trust in us to deliver Phase 2 of the development which is primed for Life Sciences and Research and Development companies.”
Winvic Construction has delivered 23 Net Zero Carbon projects to date with a further eight underway – totalling 68 individual facilities including three civils and infrastructure schemes.