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Eldon Avenue, Borehamwood – New Build Project
Our project at Eldon Avenue was successfully completed and handed over to our client Hertsmere Developments early January 2025.
The project involved the demolition of two blocks of unused lock-up garages and the remediation of the site prior to commencement. Specialist foundations had to be constructed due to the trees and the general nature of the ground conditions.
The site is very restrictive and parking is at a premium, however, we still managed to find room to accommodate nine car parking spaces, cycle parking, car charging and an enclosed bin area!
All of the apartments are equipped with balconies and are complemented with top-quality finishes throughout the development. The external facades feature a combination of facing brickwork, render, cladding panels and tall modern windows, which flood the apartment with natural light.
This £2.6 million design and build project, which has produced 11 high-quality apartments, is a testament to the quality that Parrott Construction is renowned for.
Parrott Construction Christmas closure
As the holiday season approaches, we would like to extend our warmest wishes to all our clients, partners, and colleagues. It has been a pleasure working with you throughout 2024, and your support has been instrumental in making it another successful year for Parrott Construction.
Please note that our offices will be closed from 1:00 PM on Friday, 20th December, and will reopen at 8:00 AM on Thursday, 2nd January 2025.
We look forward to continuing to work together in 2025. From all of us at Parrott Construction, we wish you a Merry Christmas, a relaxing holiday season, and a very Happy New Year!
Here’s to a prosperous year ahead! 🎄✨
Contracts Manager Vacancy
Role Description
This is a full-time Contracts Manager role located in our offices in Kempston, with regular visits to sites. The Contracts Manager will be responsible for managing, developing, and implementing contracts for construction projects, overseeing budgets, ensuring compliance, and facilitating communication among clients, suppliers, contractors, site managers and other relevant parties.
Company Description
Parrott Construction is a respected and experienced main building contractor based in Bedfordshire, with over 50 years of experience delivering high-quality new build and refurbishment construction projects. The company works on projects in both the public and private sectors, with project values ranging between £500,000 and £6 million. Specialising in diverse schemes, from education to sports and leisure, healthcare, commercial, industrial, residential, and public buildings, the majority of our projects are located within a 60-mile radius of our head office. Our extensive experience in the design and building of accommodation for housing associations has earned us the trust of our clients.
Qualifications, skills and experience
- Previous experience in a similar role within construction contracting, ideally within design and build
- Strong knowledge of construction contract management, legal requirements, and best practices
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks effectively
- Ability to work collaboratively and harmoniously with cross-functional teams and contractors
- Good communication skills, verbal and written, with accurate grammar and language skills
- Knowledge of Health & Safety best practice and compliance
- Proficient in Microsoft Office.
Attractive salary and benefits package available
Please apply in writing with CV to: carol@parrottconstruction.co.uk
New CIOB Membership Attained
We’re thrilled to announce that Parrott Construction has officially transitioned to the new Company Membership Regulations as a Chartered Building Company. This achievement strengthens our reputation within the industry and reinforces our dedication to professionalism and excellence. Our Chartered status highlights our ongoing commitment to delivering the highest standards to both our clients and the industry.
New BPHA Partnership
We’re thrilled to announce that Parrott Construction has partnered with our valued client, bpha, to transform two underutilized garage sites in Bedford into six new homes for social rent.
Each development has been thoughtfully designed to complement and enhance the surrounding neighborhood, with the first handovers of these much-needed homes scheduled for spring 2025.
Handover – Cannock Road, Corby
Conversion of the former gym in Corby
On 24th July 2024, we were delighted to hand over to our client, North Northamptonshire Council, our latest conversion located In Corby.
We were pleased to have been able to step in to take over the works after the previous contractor ceased trading, with the building partly demolished.
We have converted the building, which was previously Corby Town FC Supporters Club and latterly a gym, into five much-needed single-storey adapted homes, including two that are fully wheelchair accessible.
All of the homes are now very energy efficient and have private parking and car charging facilities.
To the rear of the homes, each one has an outdoor space with a patio and grassed area. The elevations have been significantly improved with the introduction of render and cladding. The whole project from commencement to completion took 40 weeks.
Our project team consisted of a combination of our own directly employed skilled tradesmen, together with our approved and trusted subcontractors, and the final project is a credit to them all.
Handover – Clarendon Gardens
Parrott Construction has successfully completed a project that transformed a neglected site into a vibrant residential community in Borehamwood. On the grounds of a former day care centre, what was once a contaminated and derelict space now stands as a testament to innovative urban development—15 high-quality, affordable flats tailored for families. Featuring modern amenities, including balconies and private gardens, these new homes offer both comfort and practicality.
Clarendon Gardens provides 15 high-quality, new apartments in two separate blocks of two and three storeys. All associated external works were completed by the Company, including drainage and an improved, well-lit pedestrian path through the site. The scheme has a gross internal area of 13,727 sq ft.
Completed within 14 months and handed over to Hertsmere Developments in March 2024, this £3.3 million project is a shining example of what thoughtful, efficient construction can achieve.
Handover – Cranfield Medical Centre
Following an eleven-month build period, Parrott Construction has successfully completed a bespoke, purpose-built doctor surgery in Cranfield.
The Design and Build project was built for our valued client Bloor Homes Limited as part of their S106 obligation on the adjacent housing site.
The works comprised the detailed development of the design to exacting standards, and the traditional masonry construction of the single storey medical centre that will house the new medical practice.
The finish of the surgery is light and airy, with modern fixtures and fittings. Throughout the project the Parrott team were in constant contact with the various specialist subcontractors and suppliers, who are all absolutely necessary to complete such a service led building.
The surgery has an extensive car park, which will be a valuable addition to the facilities available at the new development.
Throughout the construction period Parrott maintained excellent relations, not only with Bloor Homes, but also the end user’s consultants. We maintained constant engagement to ensure all expectations were met.
The project met and surpassed all of its targets in terms of time, cost, quality and BREEAM rating.
Parrott Construction is keen to be involved in similar schemes, and we would welcome enquiries for medical, sporting, social or educational new build or refurbishment requirements.
Handover – Kitchener Day Centre
Another successful handover has been completed!
On Friday 7th June Parrott Construction was delighted to hand over the fully refurbished Kitchener Day Centre in Olney, to our client Milton Keynes City Council.
The works comprised refurbishment and remodelling, with modifications internally to the main building. These included demolitions and alterations, kitchen and laundry works, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical installations, plaster repairs, decoration, ceilings and floor finishes.
The refurbishment was carried out over an intensive five-week period. The work was carried out predominantly by our directly employed workforce, with specialist trades supplied by our expert subcontractors.
The project was handed over on programme and on budget, which was of great importance to our client.