The detail
For a project of this size and complexity, our programme progress from inception to completion was described by Cheshire East Council as 'nothing short of astonishing'.
The team's pursuit of innovation, exemplified in our solution to alter the design of the bridge crossing the River Dane, was also singled out for praise by the council. In summary, we converted a three-span proposal into a two-span 87m structure. This led to the removal of the twin risks of working in the river and excavating in poor ground conditions. We also optioneered the complex foundation design for the highly skewed Giantswood Lane Bridge, achieving an optimum solution that incorporated a semi-integral bridge with 900mm diameter bored piles - a meaningful change that was cost neutral.
Equally, this project features a range of value engineering earthwork solutions. Notably, in rationalising embankments with vertical alignment checks, we achieved a £0.5m saving through the reduction of earthworks by approximately 10% (40,000m3).
Meanwhile, as a genuine partner to the council and local community throughout the works, we were recognised with the prestigious Social Impact CECA Award.
