Scope
Carnwath Road represents Downwell Enabling’s first project for new client St James, involving comprehensive enabling and demolition works to prepare the site for redevelopment.
The scope includes:
- Full soft strip and asbestos removal of a former builders’ merchant
- Complete demolition of existing structures and clearance of all obstructions
- On-site crushing of demolition arisings for reuse in the piling platform
- Installation of a 600mm piling platform to support future construction activities
- Management of waste streams in line with environmental and client standards
- Coordination with neighbouring residential properties to ensure safe and compliant delivery
Challenges and Expertise
While the works benefit from ample site space, the removal of ten trees located in a restricted area adjacent to a live apartment block presents a logistical challenge. Downwell’s team planned a precise lifting operation using craneage from within the site boundary to achieve safe vertical lifts, maintaining clearance from public areas and ensuring no disruption to the adjacent footpath or roadway.
Outcome
The project is progressing efficiently and safely, establishing a strong working relationship with St James while delivering a fully prepared and compliant site for the next phase of development.
