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to this process by finishing late would not be acceptable. Huge emphasis is placed on information flow from consultants to subcontractors. Much time is spent understanding drawings and communicating special details to all involved and to address queries raised on unclear items through the “request for information” process. Quality plays a major part in the execution of this project and progressive snagging is implemented to ensure that works are checked and signed off as completed by each trade. This practice results in a minimised snag list of items to attend to once the buildings are complete, ensuring that the end user experience is not spoiled by contractors fixing incomplete works once tenants have taken occupation. Risk management Considering that the COVID lockdown pandemic delayed construction by more than two months, Concor has clearly demonstrated its agility value by completing the buildings in, or close to, the originally contracted completion dates. During this period, Concor ring-fenced long lead manufacturing items and key focus points with the client, subcontractors and suppliers. These pro-active interventions ensured all materials were delivered on time allowing subcontractors to finish off when the client required the areas for tenants to take occupation. These measures also ensured the contractor could mitigate most of the additional costs due to the COVID-lockdown period, ensuring practical completion (PC) dates are achieved as per the contract. Both Sony and Arup engineers have taken occupation of Building 5 which was completed on time. Significantly, the contractor managed to meet the time schedule and still include additional items required that were added as the project progressed. The first and second tenants in Buildings 3 took official occupation on 1 September 2020, a week earlier than the extended practical completion date of 9 September 2020. Again, testimony to Concor agility and commitment to meeting project targets. Tenant installation in Building 2 started on 10 August 2020 with all other floor level handovers on track with overall building practical completion on 2 November 2020. This date, which was extended due to lockdown delays, will be achieved through client assistance, professional team assistance, identifying risks and dealing with these before they occur, dedicated resources and time management on the buildings. ▄

PROJECT INFORMATION Client: Intraprop

Start date : February 2019 End date: November 2020 Main Contractor: Concor Architect: dhh/GLH Principal Agent: Morta Project Management Quantity Surveyor: Gro2 Consulting Consulting Engineer: Pure Consulting

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