Krol Corlett delivers at LJMU

The contractor has completed a £4.3m two-phase refurbishment at the 13-storey James Parsons Building for Liverpool John Moores University.

The project, designed by ADP Architecture, saw the strip-out and removal of existing MEP systems on the first, second and third floors, before a comprehensive refurbishment of the spaces.

This included reconfiguring spaces for teaching and breakout areas, installing new partitions, finishes, acoustic treatments, and upgraded MEP systems.

Structural works, window replacements, asbestos removal, and new ventilation systems, including localised MVHR units with in-room air distribution, were also delivered.

Krol Corlett contract manager Phil Evans said: “The work was not without its challenges, given that it’s such a busy live environment.

“We have a well-oiled project management protocol for live environments like this which requires strict co-ordination to maintain safe access and segregated work areas.

“The client and the wider project team played a key role, and we were able to deliver a very high-quality refurbishment against tight deadlines.”

The project team also featured project manager AtkinsRéalis, MEP specialist Crookes Walker Consulting, structural engineer Curtins, and Optimus Facilities working on building services installation.

Dean Palmer, project manager for Liverpool John Moores University, said: “Krol Corlett successfully transformed a previously outdated area into a modern, inviting space for both students and staff.  This will serve as a benchmark for future projects.”

The six-and-a-half-month project, which delivered the second and third phases of work to the building, is now complete, and the job handed over to LJMU.

Krol Corlett remain active in the region and beyond – in March, the firm won a contract for the decarbonisation of Chorley Town Hall, and also landed work to build a new home for Liverpool children’s hospice Zoe’s Place.

In the Midlands, the firm has also been selected to deliver the redevelopment of Corby’s Grosvenor House into a multi-purpose community-led space, a Towns Fund project.