Engineering and Life Sciences, Chesterfield College
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Summary
An innovative hub for sustainable engineering and science
The project involved the creation of a new facility to support the Engineering and Science curriculum, delivering an energy-efficient building aligned with the College’s ambitions to reduce its carbon footprint.
2,450 m2
new build
2,000 m2
demolition
1,600 m²
teaching and learning space
Energy efficiency and sustainability
The new facility has been developed to reflect the curriculum offer, utilising a fabric-first approach that delivers energy and carbon savings while maximising value for money. A major emphasis of the curriculum offer is the development of sustainable technologies and engineering practices in response to the urgent climate crisis and the 2050 Net Zero target.
Facilities
Facilities within the building include an advanced engineering lab, electrical installation workshop, electric/hydrogen vehicle workshop, 3D print and prototype workshop, science laboratories, general teaching and ICT suites, and social learning and collaboration spaces.
Demolition and green space creation
As part of the works, the existing North Block 1 building and a further temporary structure were demolished following completion of the new facility. This removed Category C/D accommodation from the site and enabled an area of green space to be created in its place, replacing that lost through the construction of the new development.
Considerate Constructors Scheme - outstanding performance
The site team was awarded a Gold award for their commitment to best practice in three categories: Respect the Community, Protect the Environment, and Value the Workforce. The team’s recognition underlines Robertson’s wider commitment to safe, respectful and sustainable site practices.
Project team
Architects: Bond Bryan Architects
Project/Cost Management: Edge
Landscape Architects: Bond Bryan Landscape
Civil / Structural Engineers: Watermans
Mechanical & Electrical Consultants: CPW
Procurement route
The project was procured through the YORbuild3 Medium Works framework. Robertson Construction works in partnership with YORhub to deliver projects over £4m and up to £10m helping local authorities and other public and third sector organisations in the Yorkshire and Humber regions to deliver construction projects efficiently and collaboratively.
