State-of-the-art university learning facility.
THE PROJECT AT A GLANCE
- Client
- University of New England
- Project Value
- $8m
- Location
- 28 George Street, Parramatta
- Services
- Superintendency
- Completion
- Stage 1A 2023 , Stage 1B 2025
Essence managed the change of use and fitout for 28 George Street, Parramatta, transforming the space into a state-of-the-art university learning facility. The project included BCA/DDA compliance upgrades and the creation of nursing simulation labs, flexible learning spaces, and UNE branding installations.
The project aimed to deliver a fully functional, compliant learning environment for the University of New England. Key goals included timely completion of Stage 1A in 2023, with Stage 1B to follow in 2025, ensuring all facilities met the educational and regulatory standards required.
Essence provided comprehensive project management services, including engaging the design and project teams, managing the design development and construction phases, and overseeing contractor management during the fitout and compliance upgrades. Additionally, Essence played a key role in ensuring the integration of UNE branding.
THE PROJECT AT A GLANCE
- Client
- University of New England
- Project Value
- $8m
- Location
- 28 George Street, Parramatta
- Services
- Superintendency
- Completion
- Stage 1A 2023 , Stage 1B 2025
Complexities
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Change of use from class 5 to 9
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Multiple project user group
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Existing building constraints
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Constrained budget
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Constrained program
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Live environment
Benefits Delivered
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Extensive value engineering
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Procurement of additional consultants
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Management of the consultant team to time and cost constraints, in parallel management of the expectations of stakeholder groups within UNE
