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Exciting Expansion at RWP
2015-2016 has been a successful year for RWP staff changes. Read on.......
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Gary Taylor, who is based at our Exeter Office, has been promoted to Associate Director earlier this year. Gary joined RWP in November 2000 as a Quantity Surveyor. Gary is experienced in all aspects of Quantity Surveying, Project Management and Construction Design Management (CDM) work. Gary has worked extensively in recent years with such clients as Devon & Cornwall Police and the University of Exeter. |
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During 2015, Laura Valcarcel, who is based at our Kingson-upon-Thames office, joined RWP as a Quantity Surveyor. Following Laura's Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Laura now continues her studies towards RICS membership as a Quantity Surveyor. Laura has shown a particular aptitude within retail and residential projects. She is a valued member of staff and is respected by other professionals she was worked with this year. |
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Ivelina Genova, who is based at our Exeter Office, joined RWP in August 2015 as a Quantity Surveyor. Ivelina began her career as Assistant Surveyor with a construction company. Working for a Contractor, Ivelina gained experience in preparation of tender documents, Bill of Quantity, procurement of sub-contractors and suppliers, procurement of materials and placing orders with sub-contractors. Since joining RWP, Ivelina has been involved in different stages of a variety of projects in residential and retail sectors.
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Sofa.Com Edinburgh Retail Project
The London office of RWP undertook Project Management, Contract Administration and Quantity Surveying services for the fit-out of an existing 4,300sq2 store to create the latest sofa.com retail outlet. The store is located in the heart of Marchmont in Edinburgh and welcomes children and dogs, as well as offering a 'kids corner' and free coffee bar for all customers.
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Residential Project in Epsom
RWP's London office provided Quantity Surveying services for a substantial, 1920's Arts and Crafts residential property in a sought-after location that has undergone full internal refurbishment to a high level of finish, including bespoke kitchen joinery, together with an extensive extension programme to the side, rear and roof.
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Eastern Wharf Oil Terminal
RWP are currently providing Quantity Surveying services for the reconstruction and alteration works to the original Eastern Wharf and pipeline infrastructure in Falmouth Harbour, Cornwall, for Falmouth Petroleum Ltd. The works to the 300m jetty include the installation of 12 'dolphins' as foundation structures, structural bridge sections and a pre-cast concrete deck. The works are due to be finished in September 2016 and the procurement, installation and construction costs total approximately £4.5million.
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The Donkey Sanctuary, Sidmouth
The Donkey Sanctuary at Sidmouth, Devon, are carrying out construction works at Slade Farm and Brookfield Farm. RWP are carrying out Project Management and Quantity Surveying services for the construction works at the Donkey Sanctuary at Sidmouth, Devon. The works include the relocation of the existing Veterinary Hospital at Slade Farm to a new Veterinary Hospital at Brookfield Farm, Sidmouth, and the construction of a new restaurant and Visitor's Centre/Shop at Slade Farm. The Veterinary Hospital should be completed towards the end of this year, with the overall works completing during 2017.
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Royal Horticultural Society
RWP have secured further works with the Royal Horticultural Society. Following Quantity Surveying roles on a kitchen refurbishment project, and the replacement of an existing sewage treatment plant, both at RHS Rosemoor, RWP's Exeter office are providing Quantity Surveying, Contract Administration and Project Management services on the replacement of an existing events marquee at Rosemoor, North Devon, with a new, 650m2 building to cater for weddings, conferences, etc. This is due to be completed in March 2017.
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Education and Local Authority Projects
RWP's Exeter office has continued its close and successful working relationship with Torbay Council, particularly on education establishments. 2015 has seen the completion of Cockington Primary School and commencement of construction on White Rock Primary School. Our roles on both projects were as Quantity Surveyor and Contract Administrator. In addition, RWP have continued to work with the University of Exeter on a number of schemes during 2015, including a Quantity Surveying role for works at the Northcott Theatre.
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PRESS ARCHIVE (click "more" below)
- RWP's Exeter Office has moved!
- Affordable Housing Scheme featured in Top 60 Housing Developments of 2015 in 'Inside Housing' Magazine
- Fight Club Darts Limited Opens
- Granger & Co Site Opens
- Private Residential Development in Surrey
- Luxury Residential Development in the South Hams
- The Crescent, Plymouth - Office Conversion to Residential
- RWP win WESC Foundation Golf Tournament
- Proposed Construction (Design & Management) Regulations - CDM2015 is here
- Watches of Switzerland, Regent Street, London
- Hinchley Wood School, Sixth Form Centre, Surrey
- European Healthy Workplaces Campaign
- Health, Safety and Welfare of Employees
- Working with Asbestos
RWP's Exeter Office has moved!! Due to planned expansion and the need for more space, our Exeter Office has relocated to Stratus House, Emperor Way, Exeter Business Park, Exeter, EX1 3QS. All email addresses and phone number/fax number will remain the same. Stratus House is a luxury office complex which is easily accessible from the M5 and we are very much looking forward to our future on Exeter Business Park. ----- Affordable Housing Scheme featured in Top 60 Housing Developments of 2015 in 'Inside Housing' Magazine Castlemaine Court in Byfleet, Surrey, was featured as development of the week in the publication 'Inside Housing' in the March 2015 issue. It was then short-listed for the top 60 developments of 2015 - due to be announced in October. The scheme, comprising 16 homes for social rent, was designed by Archadia Architects for Crown Simmons Housing and built by William Lacey Group with RWP acting as Cost Consultants. An innovative, eco-friendly biomass district heating system provides central heating and domestic hot water. The accommodation is fully wheelchair accessible and is offered to families and single people on the local housing waiting list. ----- Flight Club Darts Limited Opens RWP provided a variety of services, including Project Management, Contract Administration, Quantity Surveying and Health & Safety Advice. ----- Granger & Co Site Opens RWP were pleased to be involved in the latest Granger & Co Kings Cross site, where the restaurant has just opened on time and on budget. RWP provided a variety of services, including Project Management, Quantity Surveying and Health & Safety Advice. ----- Private Residential Development in Surrey RWP has recently been instructed to provide Employer's Agent Services on a prime private residential development in Guildford, Surrey. A new property of over 7,500 sq. ft. will be constructed on this prestigious site. ----- Luxury Residential Development in the South Hams RWP have been providing Quantity Surveying and Contract Administration services on a number of luxury private residential developments in the exclusive South Hams area of Devon. A £2m extension/conversion in Salcombe and a £1m new build in Newton Ferrers are at current stages of development, whilst a £2m new build in Newton Ferrers was completed last year. ----- The Crescent, Plymouth - Office Conversion to Residential Works have commenced on the conversion of offices into apartments within The Crescent in Plymouth. The offices are being converted into eight, one and two-bed apartments. RWP are providing Contract Administration and Quantity Surveying services. RWP Director Nick Brissenden commented, "It is a pleasure being involved in this project. I have great memories of The Crescent as Robinson White Partnership occupied number 4 from 2003 until 2005".
----- WESC Foundation Golf Tournament
On 15th May, our South West Directors Malcolm White and Nick Brissenden formed a team of four with LHC Architects and took part in the WESC Foundation Golf Tournament at Sidmouth Golf Course. Our team excelled themselves on the day and were the eventual winners, with Malcolm White triumphing in the 'Longest Drive'! The weather held out and the day raised over £3,500, which will go towards funding outdoor activities and adventures project.
WESC Foundation is an Exeter based charitable organisation that provides education and care for young people with visual impairment and/or complex needs, and their transition into school, college and beyond. RWP would like to thank WESC for their support and for the opportunity to participate in this well-organised charity event. Click here to learn more about what WESC do.
L-R: Malcolm White (RWP), Nick Brissenden (RWP), Lloyd Brewer (LHC), Steve Tapp (LHC)
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Reconstruction Design and Management Regulations (CDM2015)
As you may now be aware, the CDM Regulations 2015 came into effect in early April. This brings some major changes to roles and responsibilities. Our CDM Consultants have been retrained and have passed the CDM2015 Association of Project Safety examination and are now Registered Members.
Please contact us if you require further clarification on how the regulation changes affect you or refer to our updated CDM Services Section here.
Follow the links to read the CDM2015 CITB Guides on our website:-
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Watches of Switzerland, Regent Street, London
The largest single watches showroom in Europe opened on Saturday 13th July at 155 Regent Street. Set over three floors, presenting the world’s most irresistible selection of luxury watches from over 20 brands including Rolex, Patek Philippe, Cartier, Vacheron Constantin and Piaget. With 12 boutiques, a unique VIP space and cutting-edge technology
RWP provided Contract Administrator, Quantity Surveyor and CDM Coordinator services on this most prestigious project. Follow this link for more information.
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Hinchley Wood School, Sixth Form Centre, Surrey
A new purpose built Sixth Form Centre. A 735sq m floor was built on top of an existing building complete with study rooms, a pair of seminar rooms, common room, kitchen, ICT suite and office space.
RWP provided Employer's Agent and CDM Coordinator services on this innovative project. Follow this link for more information, or see our Project Data Sheet here.
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European Healthy Workplaces Campaign
On 19 April 2012, the European Agency for Safety and Health at Work ('EU-OSHA') launched a two-year Healthy Workplaces Campaign which will focus on the role of management leadership and workforce participation in improving workplace safety and health. The campaign covers over 30 European countries and involves a range of activities at national and European level, including the 11th European Good Practice Awards which highlight the best examples of managers and employees working together for risk prevention.
The Healthy Workplaces Campaign drives home the importance of leadership and team work at all levels and outlines the following main objectives:
- Promotion of the core message that workers and managers must work together to prevent risks for ethical, practical, legal and economic reasons.
- The provision of clear and simple guidance for employers to manage specific work-related risks in partnership with workers and their representatives.
- The provision of practical guidance, information and tools to promote a risk prevention culture particularly within small and medium enterprises.
- Fostering the inclusion of occupational safety and health management in organisations' corporate social responsibility policies and
- Laying the foundations for a more sustainable risk prevention culture in Europe.
For more information on effective leadership, involving your workforce and how to get involved visit www.hse.gov.uk/campaigns/european/index.htm
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The HSE Release Revised Approved Codes of Practice to Support Regulations Such as:
Health, Safety and Welfare of Employees
The Workplace Regulations Approved Code of Practice (L24) has been revised and published recently by the HSE to help employers understand and meet their legal obligations with regard to the health, safety and welfare of their workers.
The guidance will support the Workplace (Health, Safety and Welfare) Regulations 1992 which apply to almost all work places, with the exception of those working on construction sites, in a ship or underground in mines. The guidance covers key issues such as temperature, cleanliness, workstations and seating, toilets and washing facilities. It is notable that employer's legal responsibility to protect the health, safety and welfare of their employees is not altered by any of the changes made to the approved code of practice.
To download the guidance, or order in hard copy, please visit:
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Working with Asbestos
The HSE has revised guidance to help businesses understand and comply with their legal obligations to protect their employees when working with asbestos.
The current Approved Codes of Practice (L127) (The management of asbestos in non-domestic premises) and L143 (Work with materials containing asbestos) have been consolidated into one document - ACOP L143 (Managing and Working with Asbestos). The new guidance incorporates the changes made by The Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012.
To download the guidance, or order in hard copy, please visit:
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