Civil Engineering, Rail contractor & Build Specialists
Garth Lane & Frederick Ward Way Improvements
Garth Lane & Frederick Ward Way Improvements
C.R. Reynolds Limited were appointed Principal Contractor to complete this project which included design and installation of a new footbridge, public realm and highways improvement works in the heart of Grimsby town centre.
Action
- Highway works inclusive of ducting, traffic signals, surface water drainage, kerbing, signage, street lighting, surfacing, lining and antiskid surfacing
- Piling
- Removal of existing footbridge
- Contractor design and build of new 5m wide x 30m footbridge, including piling and abutments
- New reinforced concrete stepped seating structure, cladded with granite kerbs and paving
- Construction of concrete spillways into existing watercourses
- Paving, including installation of ‘wind turbine’ inset feature paving
- Landscaping works including wildflower planting and turf
- Installation of street furniture and artistic sculptures
- Street lighting and CCTV installation
- Fencing
Stakeholders
Key stakeholders included the public, local businesses, Environment Agency, and The Crown Estate.
Works and traffic management were phased carefully to minimise disruption to pedestrians and maintain traffic flow around the town centre.
We liaised with the local shopping centre, businesses, residents, and other affected building occupiers prior to commencing works and throughout. This was achieved through letter-drops, advanced warning signage, and daily on site discussion. In addition, we provided key updates and progress information to the client’s communications team for updating the community via local media.
Due to works being undertaken over and around the River Freshney, we collaborated closely with the Environment Agency to develop working methodologies to obtain a Bespoke Flood Risk Activity Permit, and a licence from The Crown Estate to install a temporary cofferdam.
Challenges and Solutions
One of the most significant challenges to project delivery was the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic. We worked proactively to implement government guidance and develop in-house procedures to ensure works could continue safely. In addition, we re-phased elements of the work at short notice due COVID-19 affecting global supplies of specified granite paving and kerbs.
There was very limited information as-built information available regarding the existing footbridge. Therefore, early design and build elements for the footbridge were based on our site surveys. Resulting in late changes to methodology and temporary works.
Result
This vital project for the development of Grimsby town centre was delivered to a high quality, within project budget and timescale.
The Difference We Made
Installation of a modern footbridge structure to help connect areas of the town, together with various public realm improvements to revitalise the Freshney waterfront area and make it more attractive for residents and visitors.