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Just on Site!Acorn House College, Warwick AvenueKey DetailsClient:Value:Location:ArchitectCDMCWarwick Avenue300KAcorn House College, SouthallLuxe Interior International LimitedWarwick Avenue Projects LtdProject OverviewFit-out of ground floor space into classrooms, library and work areas.Works Include:M&ESolid and glazed partitionsWC’sFlooringFoldable wallsGround worksDecorationChallenge Occupied buildingAcorn House College is a top independent Sixth Form andGCSE College in Southall, West London with a particularfocus on the Sciences.Acorn House College are committed to inspire theirstudents to achieve the best possible start in their academiccareers, to enable them to secure a place within topuniversities enrolling on their desired course.

Still on Site!Beaver Lane, Warwick AvenueKey DetailsClient:Warwick AvenueValue: £461KLocation:The Independent School Beaver LaneArchitectLuxe Interiors International LimitedCDMCWarwick Avenue Projects LtdProject overviewFit-out of ground and first floor space into classroom, reception andcommunal areas.The Independent School is a co-educational, independent schoolfor students aged 11—16. They provide an all-inclusive education,designed to remove the need for supplementary learning or tuitionoutside of the school day.The Independent school welcomes those with mild specific learningdifficulties such as dyslexia and dyspraxia together with those whoperform better in a more individualised environment.The Independent school’s brief, for their new school fit-out was thatit would provide a flexible and collaborative working environmentfor all. The new space was designed around flexible working andincorporated a new laboratory, foldable walls, classrooms, receptionarea and office spaces.Works include:M&ESolid and glazed partitionsWC’sFlooringFoldable wallsReception areaSuspended ceilingKitchensDecoration

Still on Site!Kroner House, KCCKey DetailsClient:Kent County CouncilValue: £922KLocation:Kroner House, Eurogate Business Park, AshfordCDMC:The Woodley Coles LLPArchitects:GDM ArchitectsProject OverviewKroner House is a hub for Kent County Council and their departments. FC GroupLtd have been successful in a tender to refurbish, modernise and remodel theirexisting space.Reference Ben Lawson MSc CBIFM KCC“I am writing this email to commend your organisation on numerous points that have shown greatmerit throughout the Kroner House refurbishment to date: Initial site investigation – Jamie Phillips (estimator) and John Proctor (site manager) forcarrying out a very thorough examination of the building fabric and services thus askingmyself questions that will have an effect on the construction programme ultimately. Tender return – Due to the nature of the investigation, the reflection on the tender return wasaccurate and concise which in turn lead to less questioning and scrutiny by myself and costconsultants. Tender interviews – The interviews were well presented and thought of to a point where JohnKent County Council operates their Family and Social care teams from theseoffices. They require that the offices should be refurbished and modernised toprovider a light and comfortable environment for both their staff and serviceusers.Proctor was answering the questions I had prepared well before I had the opportunity to askthem! His proactive approach put us in good stead in terms of our confidence with himmanaging the refurbishment. Site management – John Proctor has managed the works to standard that cannot be faulted inany manner. He has provided solutions to a difficult procurement start-up and has beenpolite to staff working in-and-around the site premises. He has also worked up an excellentrapport with Kim Grove (Site FM) who has praised John for his professionalism. The quality ofthe project has been first-class throughout. Target /programme times – The first phase has been a success, especially as First Choice weregiven information late by the client and had also added extras which weren’t initially withinthe scope of works. Phase 1 was also clearly on target even with the slow responses from theclient instructions.I would strongly recommend First Choice Build Group Ltd due to their professional knowledge,commitment, courteous attitude, attention to detail and quality management methods. They haveyet to fail me and I will be definitely inviting your company to tender on my next set of projectsdue to the ease of management issues and proactive attitude towards my team and their values.”Works Include:Demolition and Strip outDecorationsCeilings to meeting roomsM & ETea PointsStairwellsReception deskInstallation of revised layoutsDDA WC’sFlooring

Still on Site!123 Victoria Street, Land SecuritiesKey InformationClient:Land SecuritiesValue: £850KLocation:123 Victoria St, LondonConsultant:RBLProject Overview:Land securities as the owner/ Landlord of this prestigiousbuilding in the heart of Victoria are looking to maximise theirreturn by creating an additional rental unit from unused spacefor Gym-Box to occupy. Work will be carried out over 3 floors,ground basement and lower basement.Works Include:Silent Demolition to 3 floors of staircaseForming new staircasesPilingM & ENew lift to 3 floorsNew glazed facadeNew glass floor to create light wellPreparing the basement ready for the new gymAccess control to new doorsChallenges Working in an occupied premises Noise control Waste management Public interface

Case Study - Hurst Warne, Pearson CourtKey DetailsClient:Hurst WarneValue: £65KLocation:Pearson Court, FleetProject overviewFC Group were awarded the design and refurbishment of two officefloors at Pearson Court in order for the office space to be rentedout.Works Included:Strip-outCeilingsCarpetsDecorationScreen / doorManifestationWC’sTea PointChallenge Working in an occupied premises

Case Study - Hastings Pier the Old PavilionKey InformationClient:Hastings Pier CharityValue: £710kLocation:HastingsProject OverviewThe New Pier will provide a catalyst for supporting local businesses,adding prosperity to the local area and delivering 45 jobs, attract upto 325,000 visitors in the 1st year and bring £1.2m in direct spend tothe local economy.The Pier will offer: Restaurant in the restored Pavilion Visitor & Education Centre Retail Space Café Area Roof TerraceThe 140 year old structure was almost completely destroyed by firein October 2010.FC Group Ltd was awarded the contract by Hastings Charity to fullyrefurbish the Old Pavilion on Hastings Pier - “The People Pier!”.Renovation work started mid June 2014.Works included:DemolitionSteel WorksFlooringRoof WorksPodsM&E PartitionsWindows & DoorsChallenges Access due to location of site Weather condiitions

Case Study - Murray Business Centre,Gretton Ward Electrical LimitedKey DetailsClient:Gretton Ward Electrical LimitedValue: £20KLocation:Unit 3 Murray Business CentreProject overviewRefurbishment of level one office area and ground floor workshop.Works included:PartitionsDecorationDoorsTea PointCeilingsChallenge Adjacent neighbours

Case Study - Ashurst Solicitors, Appold StreetKey InformationClient:Ashurst SolicitorsValue: £700KQuantity Surveyor: PiercehillArchitect:Sheppard RobsonProject OverviewThe project is the opening phases of a major change in Ashurst’s property requirementsand is a restack of their existing main office to create space to amalgamate other officesin London, prior to a major move in four years.Works include:DemolitionPartitioningCeilingsCarpetsRaised FloorDecorationSmall PowerLightingFire AlarmSprinklersMechanical including ControlsAccess ControlDataFurniture & People MovesAshurst is a leading international law firm advising corporates, financial institutions andgovernments. Their core businesses are in corporate, finance, dispute resolution, and thedevelopment and financing of assets in the energy, resources and infrastructure sectors.Challenges Operational throughout - requiring out of hours work Access for material into and out of the building cuased by the goods lift being outof action.

Case Study - Ladywell Dementia CentreKey DetailsClient:London Borough of LewishamValue: £280kLocation:Ladywell Dementia CentreQuantity Surveyor: Artelia UKProject overviewFC Group Ltd was awarded the contract to deliver a full refurbishment of the centre and garden.The Dementia unit is located within an existing care centre. The centre remained operationalthroughout the works and was isolated from the current use whilst the works wereundertaken.It provides, a day service for people with disabilities and sensory impairments aged 18 andabove. Designed to promote and maintain people’s independence through a comprehensiveand high quality selection of day opportunities for service users.Challenge Operational throughout the works

Case Study - Red Lion Yard, ColchesterKey InformationClient:Sovereign LandsValue: £700kLocation:Red Lion Yard, ColchesterQuantity Surveyor: WT PartnershipArchitect:Stanley BraggProject OverviewRefurbishment of shopping mall including replacement paving and Grade II listed shop fronts.Remodelling of shop units and fire escapes. New lighting scheme.History of Lion Walk Shopping Centre in ColchesterPurchased in 2013 | 205,000 sq. ft.Challenge Operational throughout theworksLion Walk Shopping Centre is Colchester’s prime retail pitch and main fashion destination. Itdominates shopping in the UK’s oldest town, where the Fenwick’s group is already investing£40m in a new department store on the High Street.The centre serves strong and growing resident catchment population of 126,000+ people andover 4.5million tourists a year. The council is committed to providing more than 17,000 newhomes by 2021.ConsiderateConstructors Scoreof 37!

Case Study - DEFRA, Gatwick HouseKey InformationClient:DEFRAValue: £80kLocation:Gatwick HouseArchitect:JacobsProject OverviewFC Group Ltd was awarded the contract to deliver the refurbishment of part ofthe ground floor to provide meeting rooms, office space, teapoint andworkspace for the offsite vets.Works included:New Partitions & Fire ProtectionNew Glass DoorNew DoorsNew Coat CubicleDecorationsData & M&E PowerLightingDoor Entry SystemHeating / Cooling SystemAdditional PowerNew KitchensTea PointsNo photography allowedDEFRA are the UK government department responsible for policy andregulations on environmental, food and rural issues. Their priorities are togrow the rural economy, improve the environment and safeguard animaland plant health.

Case Study - Yianis Park Inn Palace, SouthendKey InformationClient:Value:Location:Architect:Project Manager:Services Consultant:Structural Consultant:Season Solutions/ Yianis£2.5mPark Inn Palace Hotel SouthendMalbyCMC ConsultingBanyardsFairhurstProject OverviewThe conversion of thirty thousand square feet of a Victorian building over two floors to form spacefor a casino fit out.Works included major structural alterations, forming large internal spaces. Services diversions,acoustic linings, screeds, new lifts and external works. This project involved the various professionalsworking together in situ on the design of a complicated and largely unknown building structure.ChallengesIt was agreed that we would commence on site without full design sign off on the basis wewould work jointly with the client’s project team to achieve an early completion with design andcost agreed throughout the project.This resulted in a daily assessment of the challenges and solutions identified as we progressedand sixty tonnes of structured steel along with thirty tonnes of temporary propping beingconstructed on the lower two floors of a seven story occupied hotel.

Case Study - T K Maxx, Unit 1a Cray Avenue, OrpingtonKey DetailsClient: AvivaValue: £550kLocation: Unit 1a Cray Avenue, OrpingtonArchitect: Jones Lang LaSalleProject overviewThe project comprises the refurbishment of an industrial unit including strip out of thetenant’s fixtures and fittings, recovering the hipped roof and carrying out localised repairs. Anew mains electrical supply was installed to the building with a coiled feed available for theadjacent unit.The vacated tenant retail fit-out was stripped back to the building shell, ready for theincoming retailers. This included removal of all M & E equipment with the exception of thesub-main serving the switch gear, distribution boards and lighting to the amenity areas.Internal floor finishes stripped and prepared ready to receive new and tested for moisturecontent. Ground work trenching and back filling between the boundary line and building,was required to assist the new electrical supply by UKPN, and white lining, general cleaningand maintenance required to the retained roller shutters.Challenge The buildings on site are used as retailpremises for general public with a public car park.

Case Study - Telereal Trillium, Bow StreetScore of 33! First site with Considerate ConstructorsKey InformationClient:Value:Location:Architect:Engineers:Telereal Trillium£1.3m34 Bow Street, Covent GardenT P BennettPEPEdward Hardy - ConsiderateConstructors Chief Executive“ As this site has complied with theScheme's Code of Considerate Practiceby achieving a score of 5 or above ineach of the five sections, please findattached the Certificate of Complianceto confirm the site's achievement.Challenge Access due to location of buildingProject OverviewFit-out of two floors of an office building. Areas have anindustrial finish including:The aim of the Scheme is to improve theimage of construction. We achieve thisby monitoring all registered sites,suggesting areas where improvementscould be made and rewarding thosewho are performing at the highestlevels.Main floor areas consist of a raised floor, exposed VRVventilation services, mesh VRV casings, hanging lighting,window refurbishment, roof and roof light works.We would like to take this opportunityto congratulate you on your efforts inimproving the image of constructionand to thank you for your continuedsupport for the Scheme.”Toilet blocks include: remodel of exiting toilet areas,forming toilet, shower and wet room areas. Including new sanitary ware, laminatedpanelling, flooring and decorations.Other areas include: Stone floor refurbishment, coloured glass cladding to entrance,opening up entrance area, refurbishment of lifts and bike rack installation.

Case Study - Pitney Bowes The Smith CentreChallenges Occupied building Out of hours workingKey InformationClient:Pitney BowesValue: £300kLocation: HenleyArchitect: MA & DProject OverviewThis project was secured viacompetitive tender direct to the enduser and client. The programme was anine week phased contract spread outacross four buildings, one of whichwas occupied and therefore requiredout of hours working.The works were made up of a mixtureof reinstatement works andrefurbishment works including theformation of new office space, breakout areas, tea points and meetingrooms.

Case Study - Whitelands HouseKey InformationClient:Mr and Mrs T NourValue: £800kLocation:Chelsea, LondonArchitect & Contract Administrator: Graham SeabrookProject OverviewFC Group Ltd were appointed to conduct this prestigious residentialproject at Whitelands House, Chelsea. The client already owned aproperty in this mansion block and having purchased a second flatrequired the conversion of them into one luxury duplex apartment,with the installation of an internal through-floor staircase.The works comprised of a complete strip out, refurbishment and fitoutof the properties and was completed to a very high luxury finish,custom specifications including a concrete structural floor F1 slab tocreate a new opening for a bespoke staircase, walnut veneerpanelling and kitchen units, leather finished drinks bar and aspecialist lighting and entertainment console.Challenges Communicate with the absent client, hisContracts administrator/ Architect and theclient’s Consultant Interior Designer Daily proactive work developing the Interiordesign as the project progressed

Case Study - Prudential, Waterhouse SquareChallengesKey InformationClient:Prudential CorporatePropertyValue:£1.2mLocation:Waterhouse Square,LondonArchitect:HamburyHird DesignCost Consultant: Warwick AvenueProject Manager: TMDEngineers : KJ TaitFirst Choice Build Group’s first largefit out project for this prestigiousclientThe work was commenced withouta full design brief and sign off buta definitive deadlineCompletion was only achieved bythe pre-agreed and successfulclose harmony of both the client’sproject management team andourselvesProject OverviewFC Group conducted this fit-out project for Prudential at their offices in Waterhouse Square,London. The project included new partitioning, mechanical modifications, decorations, lighting,under floor power and data cabling, works to the communications room and new installations.All this was carried out over just four weeks.

Case Study - Delancey/ Land Securities SouthsideTwo ProjectsKey InformationChallenges Working around a live environment of an active shopping centre Requiring some operations to be carried out at night Noise ControlClient:Delancey/ Land SecuritiesValue: £800kLocation:Southside, Wandsworth, LondonArchitect:Leslie Jones & PartnersCost Consultant: WT Partnership ServicesConsultant:Cudd BentleyProject Overview1st Project OverviewThe conversion of an existing retail unit toform two retail units subdivided by a newpublic corridor in the food court area.Works also included the creation of further‘island’ units to the concourse area. Newpartitioning ceilings, structural steelwork,shop fronts, drainage, mechanical,electrical, stone and decorations formedthe majority of the scope. Workingaround a live environment of an activeshopping centre required some operationsto be carried out at night.2nd Project OverviewThe project was a strip out of one existingretail unit taking the unit back to shell andcore and separating into two units. Thisinvolved building a slab to slab party walldown the middle of the existing unit andinstalling utilities into the second unit.Works also include a Track Saw cut doorwayfor a new fire door into the unitthrough a structural wall. The other side ofthe wall was an emergency corridor whichneeded to be kept in use at all times, sowe formed a hoarding along the wall toallow us to cut the door from inside out.

Case Study - Invista Real Estate, Galaxy Centre, LutonKey InformationClient :Invista Real EstateValue: £500kLocation:Galaxy Centre, LutonArchitect:Chapman TaylorCost Consultant: EC HarrisProject Manager: EC HarrisJessica Berney, Invista Real Estate,Galaxy Centre, Luton“First Choice Ltd carried out a fullinternal refurbishment on one of our£15m leisure assets. FCBG worked totheir clear, strategic timetable,completing the project on time andwithin budget. I would use FirstChoice again and have no qualms inrecommending their capabilities toothers”ChallengeDue to working in public spaces Health and Safety was the key priorityProject OverviewThe Galaxy Centre forms part of Invista’s Retail and Leisure portfolio in Luton. Theproject included a bespoke lighting scheme with Barisol suspended lights. Detailalso included metal artwork and panelling.The decoration graphics were based on the ‘Galaxy’ theme including new featureshaped ceilings. Extensions to the public area increased accessibility to the newretail units and new ceramic specialist floor finishes completed the project.Working closely with the centre management First Choice Build Group maintainedthe centre’s trading activity throughout the project.

Case Study - Aviva Life & Pensions UK Ltd,Stockley ParkKey InformationClient:Aviva Life & Pensions UK LtdValue: £550kLocation:2 The Square Stockley ParkContract Administrator: Jones Lang LaSalleQuantity Surveyor : Jones Lang LaSalleServices Consultant: Chapman BathhurstProject OverviewFC Group Ltd returned the first floor offices to open plan. Including removal ofexisting offices, adaptions to the air-conditioning and new suspended ceiling,light fittings, carpet and decorations.ChallengesFirst Choice were required to carry out theconstruction works whilst a company were in fulloccupation on the ground floor requiring close liaisonand control of noisy worksThe works within the reception area had to be carriedout so not to disrupt the day to day operation of theground floor occupierAlso the refurbishment of the main reception area including redecorations, stonefloor cleaning, reglazing, relamping and new furniture for seating area.

Case Study - SWIP, Heathrow South Cargo CentreKey InformationClient:Airport Industrial GP Ltd c/o SWIPValue: £200kLocation:Units 4, 5 & 6 Heathrow South Cargo Centre HeathrowArchitect:Jones Lang LaSalleCost Consultant: Jones Lang LaSalleProject Manager: Jones Lang LaSalleProject InformationThis project was procured viacompetitive tender and is a designand build contract with a six weekprogramme.The project involved three industrialunits with first floor offices.The units were unoccupied, but thesite was in use twenty four sevenservicing the airport.This project required careful planningin order to maintain the programmeand not disrupt neighbouringbusinesses.Works included new toilet block, anintegration of office and warehousespace with the creation of a newexternal service yard.Challenge Site in use twenty four seven servicing theairport

Case Study - M&G, Governors House, LondonKey DetailsClient:Value:Location:Architect:Cost Consultant:Project Manager:Engineers:M &G£1.2mLondonHamburyHird DesignWarwick AvenueTMDKJ TaitProject overviewThe project was the restack of six floors at M and G’s prestigious office in the City of London.Tenders were invited from a hand picked group of contractors and FCBG were awardedthe contract.Work was commenced at very little notice and the multiple phased works was to last 22 weeks.With our previous experience in multi level occupied offices we were ideally suited to facethe day to day changes and challenges of high end satisfying of high end occupants. Meetingswere held twice weekly and work carried out seven days a week and daytime through to nightto ensure we were as effective and “invisible” as possible.Challenge Occupied building.

Case Study - M & G Angel LaneKey InformationClient:M & GValue: £77KLocation:Angel Lane, LondonArchitect:HamburyHird DesignCost Consultant: TMDProject Manager: TMDProject OverviewThis project had a four week programme consisting ofre-strengthening walls to include AV equipment, decoration works,relaying carpets and data installations.Challenge Occupied Building

Case Study - M & G, ChelmsfordMark Lawlor, Solvency II IT,Prudential PlcChallengeKey InformationClient:M & GValue: £600KLocation:Legg Street, ChelmsfordArchitect:HamburyHird DesignCost Consultant: Warwick AvenueProject Manager: TMDEngineers:KJ TaitThanks, I really do think you havepulled out all the stops to get thismove completed to a very tightdeadline. I really appreciate the effortyou and your teams have put in andfeel the environment will make apositive impact on productivity onthe SII programme. Please cascade toyour teams.Competitive tenderingProject OverviewThis 6 week refurbishment and fit-out of the Prudential Corporate Property offices at 1Legg Street created a high quality office environment which incorporates an open planoffice with separate meeting and interview rooms and a fully fitted kitchen area with teapoints.

Case Study - Qatar Charity , 115 Park Street, W1Key InformationClient:Qatar CharityValue: £100kLocation:Park Street, London, W1Project OverviewThis was a 4 week refurbishment for a new client, Qatar Charity, over two floors,basement and ground.Creating a high quality office environment which incorporates offices spaceand a fully fitted kitchen area.Works included:Glazed partitionsCarpetsKitchen areaLighting modificationsAV installationSignageFurniture installationChallengeAccess due to location of building

Case Study - PRUPIM, Basinghall StreetHannah Laws, PRUPIM, City Place HouseKey InformationClient:PRUPIMValue: £250kLocation:Basinghall Street,LondonArchitect:HamburyHird DesignCost Consultant: Warwick AvenueProject Manager: TMDEngineer:KJ Tait“Just a quick note to say a huge thank you for allof your hard work organising and co-ordinatingworks at City Place House and rolling yoursleeves up to do some works over the last fewmonths. I appreciate the way you guys havemanaged the contractors you’ve had in and howthings have just happened! Thank you too fordoing lots of extra bits and pieces and pickingup last minute requests – and all with a positiveattitude”.Project OverviewWorks comprised of the formation of glazed partition offices and incorporatedmodifications to mechanical and electrical systems. New carpets were laid, plasterboard,suspended ceilings and redecorations were carried out throughout the office. Twoexisting meeting rooms were converted to one large meeting room, with the installationof a folding wall. Further works were carried out in the Deli area which entailed a newrecycling and dispensing corian top unit, AV alterations and redecoration throughout.ChallengeOccupied offices therefore there were noise restrictions

Case Study - Regus B.Hive, Covent GardenKey InformationClient:RegusValue: £250kLocation:Covent Garden, LondonArchitect:Grigoriou InteriorsProject OverviewFC Group Ltd was appointed by Regus to fit-out the flagship ‘B.Hive Women’s Business Club’in Covent Garden, London, a project which is a collaboration between business icon andcelebrity Lynne Franks and serviced office company Regus.The club in Southampton Street has been designed to create a space where women can workand network in surroundings which are designed specifically with women in mind.It is the first B.Hive club with more women-only centres planned for Birmingham, Bristol andManchester.The club features a large visitors and members lounge, meeting rooms and rare-in-London,outside space.ChallengesThis being a prototype of the clients new business outlet thescheme was very much developed from an outline plan onlyWe worked closely with the Architect to produce a highquality finish and successful venue

Case Study - nabCapital, Wood StreetKey InformationChallenge The project required daily close communication between ourselves and the clients many heads ofdepartmentsClient :Value:Location:Architect:Cost Consultant:Project Manager:NabCapital£1.2mWood Street, LondonTP BennettEC HarrisEC HarrisProject OverviewFC Group Ltd were selected by National AustraliaGroup to refit their main nabCapital offices in WoodStreet, London. With a quick lead-in and start, thisfast track strip and fit-out of their offices ran frommid September to a completion by mid January.Working closely with NAG over three floors to fullystrip out and refurbish their offices, whilst theyremained in occupation, the project included newdata cabling, services, kitchens and canteen, officefurniture and break out areas with new partitions,ceilings and carpets.

Case Study - Pitney Bowes, The Gunderson BuildingKey InformationClient:Pitney Bowes LtdValue: £300kLocation:The Gunderson Building, HenleyArchitect:Ben MurdochContract Administrator: Ben MurdochCDM Co-ordinator:BLB SurveyorsProject OverviewThis project was with a new client and won via competitive tender. Theprogramme was 6 weeks with the works taking place during normalworking hours and over weekends. The building was occupied whichrequired careful programming of works to avoid any disruption to theclient. The works involved formation of new meeting rooms, breakoutareas, tea points, ceiling modifications, electrical installation and acomplete redecoration and carpeting. We also undertook a phasedrefurbishment of the showers and WC facilities on each floor of thebuilding.Challenges Although, typical of many similar projects we have completed, attention to the dayto day needs of the client business and staff was critical Weekly (daily in special cases) news updates were posted at reception notifying staffof our programme requirements, areas of work in the building and work still to dohelped us in our liaison with them Competitive tender

Case Study - M & G, Martin LaneChallengeKey InformationClient:M & GValue: £200kLocation: 24 Martin Lane, London, EC4R 0DRArchitect:HamburyHird DesignQuantity Surveyor: Warwick AvenueProject Manager: TMDProject OverviewRefurbishment of the basement to incorporate a telepresence suite,photography studio, comms room, break out area, control room, furniturestore and entrance lobby.The works comprised of full strip out building of partitions and new ceilingscomplete with full M & E installations. High spec audio visual and teleconferencing room.Air handling unit to studio was oversized to reducenoise break out and when delivered to siteit had to be dismantled to enable to fit in thebuilding.

Case Study - Pitney Bowes, Langlands HouseKey InformationClient:Value:Location:Architect:Quantity Surveyor:Project Manager:Pitney Bowes£1.04mLanglands HouseCalford SeadenBLB SurveyorsCalford SeadenProject OverviewInternal fit-out of ground and first floors of an existing office building.Works included M & E installation ceilings, flooring, decorations and akitchen fit-out to each floor including break out areas.ChallengeAdjacent tenantShort programme time

Case Study - Mandarin Oriental,KnightsbridgeKey InformationClient :Mandarin OrientalValue: £200kLocation:KnightsbridgeCost Consultant: First Choice Build GroupProject Manager: First Choice Build GroupProject OverviewFC Group Ltd were employed in a mainly project management and administrationrole. The clients regular sub-contractors were topped up from FC Group’s supplychain.The project involved a total chemical clean of existing oak, granite and stainlesssteel surfaces with refurbishment of furniture, new lighting and sound systems,including air refreshment with a choice of “flavours”.Challenges With a very minimal window tocomplete the works and eight tradesinvolved precise programming wascritical We also had to liaise with the clientsown maintenance team who also hadother work to carry out in this confinedarea

Case Study - NHS Surrey Milford Hospital, SurreyKey InformationClient:NHS SurreyValue: £2mLocation:Milford Hospital, SurreyProject Manager &Contract Administrator: Doherty BainesCost Manager:Sense“The thought of building works at the heart of our ongoingmedical operations in a live hospital was something which wewere very concerned about. However with theproactivity, liaison and consultation with the ProjectManager for First Choice, we were able to smoothly andsuccessfully combine building works and our operations“Susan Joyce, Surrey PCT, Milford HospitalProject OverviewFC Build were appointed to conductthe complete refurbishment of fourwards at Milford Hospital in SurreyOther wards in the hospital were inoccupation by patients, whilst theworks were taking placeThe project included new bathrooms,a specialist treatment room and aphysiotherapy departmentChallengesThe approach to this complicated project was to produce a refurbished workinghospital to a strict cost planWeekly problems were addressed in light of necessity, cost and their effect on thefixed final costWeekly problems were addressed in light of necessity, cost and their effect on thefixed final cost

Case Study - Julien Macdonald, Notting HillKey InformationClient:Julien MacdonaldValue: £75kLocation:Notting Hill, LondonArchitect:First Choice Build GroupProject Manager:ClientProject OverviewFC Group were appointed byJulien Macdonald, a leadingBritish Fashion Designer, to fitouttheir new office premisesin Ledbury Mews, London.The aim was to create a bright,light and airy space,reminiscent of a large beachhut, to enhance the creativespirit of the Julien Macdonaldteam.Working closely with the JulienMacdonald’s team and with avery quick lead-in and start,this fast track strip and fit-outproject was completed over a 3week period.The project involved a strip outof the two floors and therefurbishment of the officespace, including a significantspiral staircase and works tothe external of the building.The scope of works includedthe laying of a new woodenfloor; new carpets and newtiles to the toilets;re-decoration and painting ofthe Spiral Staircase; newjoinery work including saloondoors and partitions; electricalworks; some plumbing andremedial works to the tea pointand toilet area; alternations tothe existing lighting; additionallighting and some generalrepair work.The external works includedthe removal of moss from theroof; repair works to thewindows; cleaning andpainting of the windows androller shutter door; newironmongery and smallmaintenance work.Challenge Working in conjunction with client’s design requirements with a short lead in time and tightmoving in date.No photography allowed

Case Study - Prudential, Sheldon SquareKey InformationClient:Prudential Corporate PropertyValue:£1.3mLocation: Paddington, LondonArchitect: HamburyHird DesignCost Consultant: Warwick AvenueProject Manager: TMDEngineer: KJ TaitProject OverviewThe project, securedon a two stage tender,was a twelve weekcontract whichinvolved a downscaleof three floors intotwo, in a major refit forthe clientIncludingreconfiguration of theexisting airconditioning, data andelectrical installation,formation of meetingrooms, tea points, postroom business centreand a completeredecoration andcarpetingFirst Choice wereappointed eight weeksprior to the projectstart and worked withthe clients’ team onthe design andprogrammeChallenges Occupied building Procurement of long lead itemsDave Law, Solvency II IT, Prudentialplc“I have nothing but praise for First Choice whom I havenow worked with on 7 separate projects in 4 differentlocations, where they have fitted out working occupiedoffices and vacant space. On occasions the timescalesgiven have been extremely keen, however First Choicehave always reacted professionally and without doubtalways succeed in delivering an excellent end producewhich often exceeds expectations.Snagging is an item which I find most irritatingespecially if the fit-out company has left site, in thepast I have been let down and disappointed to thepoint of withholding final payments. With First Choice Ihave found them extremely focussed in leaving the jobwithout a myriad of snagging however as with everyjob there will be outstanding issues. I feel these havebeen mopped up without prompt or moan by FirstChoice, with the added bonus of returning to site inagreed timescales with no extra charge to the projecteven though in some cases the works carried out maynot have been of there making.I wholly recommend First choice, Please do nothesitate to contact me if you would like to see any ofthe sites which have been re-furbished”

ReferencesBilly Ferguson, Prudential Corporate Property,Fairbairn Business Centre“A big THANK YOU to you for your personal attendance onsite at the new Fairbairn Business Centre today. This was animportant part of successfully launching the new officesuite. I think this sends a strong message to our endcustomer M&G and also demonstrates the importance ofthis project to Corporate Property. Many thanks for all yourefforts to get Fairbairn launched successfully. CP havereceived initial good feedback and we hope to continueand improve on this”.Pitney Bowes Software“I just wanted to thank you all very much for your amazing contribution to the GreenlandsProject over the past few months.From everything I hear, the move this morning has gone extremely well and it’s all downto the hard work, energy and passion you have shown throughout the project to make itsuccessful.We have created an outstanding environment for our people, somewhere that will changethe way they work and create a far more collaborative workplace for the next phase inPBS’s journey.Thank you sincerely for the part you played and I hope you will be able to make theopening BBQ which we are planning for the end of August once all the furniture hasarrived (invites to follow) so that I can thank you again publicly for your hard work!Many thanks”Billy Ferguson, Prudential Corporate Property, Sheldon Square,Paddington Level 8“Thank you to you and for your team's efforts in making the construction andmove into Level 8 a big success. Well done!Robert Qvist, Director, TMD Building Consultancy“Now that the project has reached practical completion, I wanted to write to thank youfor all your hard work on the project. The scheme was challenging with many changesrequested by the client. The professional manner in which you dealt with these issues,allowing the project to remain on programme and to achieve the standard expected,deserves recognition. Accordingly, I have stressed to the client the flexibility andteamwork First Choice have demonstrated and the prominent role you both had inthis.I look forward to working with you again in the future and thank you again for all yourefforts.”Kim Grove Facilities Assistant KCC“Can I please take a few moments of your time to thankJohn & Josh for their commitment and the courtesythat they have both shown to me and my colleagueshere at Kroner House during the first phase of therefurbishment.They both show a very professional manner in theirapproach to their work, and if ever a problem doesarise they always deal with it straight away. ( these arevery few and far between )When John is not on site , Josh takes the role of sitemanager in his stride.John and I have built up a very good workingarrangement, we communicate with each other on adaily basis which results in a smooth running of theproject, as I can keep the staff up to date on theprogress of the refurbishment.I look forward to working with them both on the next 3phases“Gerry Burtenshaw, Regional Facilities Manager, National Australia BankGraham Seabrook, Seabrook Architects“It has been a pleasure to work with First choiceLtd over the last few years particularly on verycomplicated fit out projects for private clientsparticularly in the residential sector.First Choice’s approach to their contractualobligations has always been first class particularlyin maintaining a commitment to complete theproject to the client’s satisfaction and cooperativeworking with the consultants’ team ongeneral project management, client variations andwithin budget and contract figures.I have no hesitation in recommending First Choiceto Future clients and wish you every success withyour ongoing projects.”Matthew James, Senior Building Surveyor,EC Harris LLP“On behalf of the ECH project team , many thanksfor your dedication to the project over the pastfew months.As we all know, this particular project has notbeen particularly easy and has proved to be, attimes, very much been a moving target - not tomention stressful.However, your diligence, professionalism andcheerful approach have enabled us to deliver thisproject successfully, I consider. I am unsurewhether this would have been the case had younot been assigned to this project.”I witnessed the employees arriving yesterday and today. Everyone is veryimpressed with the new look and even more importantly; they were allproductive, at work for Pru, very shortly after arriving. The Pru UK managementare all positive about the project. Given the fast track nature of this phase of theproject, this is a huge achievement”“I would like to extend my thanks to your companies performance over the last 6 weeks of NAG's refurbishment projectin Wood Street. The bank have not been the most forthcoming of clients and you have bent over backwards toaccommodate their wishes. With all our demands and changes your professional conduct has done you credit.As I often find even the unsung hero needs praise when it is due.”

Example Project TeamThe First Choice team are drawn from a diverse range of backgrounds, giving us an exceptional range ofcapabilities Please see a sample belowTony PondManaging DirectorTony is the founding owner of First Choice Build Group and heads up theconstruction activities of First Choice Build Group. Having spent over 20 yearsin the construction industry at board level, he has amassed a wealth ofexperience, particularly in the fitting out and refurbishment of buildings.He has also project managed and delivered five high end residential Propertycontracts for his own occupancy.In addition he is currently completing, the Institute of Directors Diploma inCompany Direction this consists of 5 modules over a 3 year period.Andy MasonContracts ManagerAndy has gained a wealth of experience in Project management from starting outwith a large M & E contractor carrying out refurbishment of stores for a majorretail chain, to working with First Choice on many prestigious buildings acrossLondon and the rest of the UK. Andy is a confident, highly industrious ContractsManager within the team and has a ‘can do’ approach to all challenges whichallows him to consistently achieve positive results. Andy is motivated by the needand desire to provide a first class service to our clients to create a positive andlong relationship.John EtheringtonCommercial ManagerWith over thirty-five years in the construction industry, fifteen of those withinthe commercial aspects of interior fit-out, John is an extremely experiencedindividual who has knowledge of all sectors of the industry, includingcommercial, retail, hotel and residential projects, up to the value of £100m.He has worked on projects for clients such as Warburg Investment Bank, FirstNational Bank, London Underground, Marks & Spencer, NH Hotels andSubway.He is a member of the CIOB.John ProctorSite ManagerJohn is a diligent, hardworking motivated and passionate manager who achievesand excels in delivering dynamic results in challenging environments.He accomplishes high standards through motivating and encouraging the workforce, ensuring that standards, budget and delivery of his projects are on targets.He has twenty-one years experience in the commercial sector as a tradesman andmanager working on prolific contracts such as The Royal Opera House, GuildhallSchool of Music, Somerset House, BBC, IBM, Sky and Google head offices. Heholds both SMSTS and First Aid certificates.

ISO 9001 - ISO 14001 Certified - RICS Ska RatingRest assured of our quality and environmental managementFC Group Ltd has been taken through the RICSSka Rating tool by Grigoriou Interiors - one ofthe Development Partners of the tool. This isanother forward moving initiative driven by FCGroup’s desire to constantly adoptimprovements in their business and services.The knowledge and awareness gained on SkaRating will enable FC Group to achieveindustry wide environmental good practice asa minimum – one of the first fit-out contractorsto offer this service. The RICS Ska rating is thenewly launched environmental assessmentmethod for interior fit-outs and currently onlyfor offices in the UK.The Ska Rating good practice measures enableFC Group to share information and aims ongood practice with design teams and thesupply chain in a transparent and collaborativeway, which will positively affect the wholeindustry. Prospective clients and industrybodies interested in working with FC Groupand being associated with leading businessesin the industry will know that FC is a key activeplayer in the game.FC Group is able to retrospectively self-assessthe environmental rating of projects on aninformal basis and then use this information asa benchmark for improving the environmentalperformance of future projects.With the use of the RICS Ska Rating tool, FCGroup is providing all clients with an addedvalue service, offered on each and everyproject. We are fully aware that our actions caninfluence the final Ska Rating of a project. Restassured the systems that we operate meet thegood practice standards laid down by Ska.Elina Grigoriou,Sustainability AssessorElina Grigoriou is anexperienced InteriorSustainability Advisor. Herexperience is predominantlyin the commercial sector andis currently retrospectivelyassessing the fit-out of theRICS HQ on ParliamentSquare.Elina is a leading industryfigure in environmentalchange. Her support andinvolvement of the Ska ratinginitiative has beeninstrumental in bringing it toeffect. She is a RICS Skarating Development Partnerand leads the TechnicalCommittee which ratifies thecriteria and tool, in additionto advising on the futuredevelopments of the tool.Ska Rating will helporganisations make informeddecisions about fit-outprojects in the context of thegrowing importance ofsustainability on thecorporate agenda and aburgeoning statute book. It isdesigned to be of particularuse for occupiers but hasbenefits for other propertystakeholders includinglandlords, developers,consultants, fit-outcontractors and the supplychain.The PM and Design Teamneed to be on board thediscussion process to providedesign solutions that enablethe sustainable operation tofunction without glitches. TheSustainability Consultant willwork with them to generatedesign ideas and guide themtowards the mostenvironmentally friendlydesign solutions andmaterials.

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Contact usTony PondManaging DirectorTel: 01689 828182E: tony.pond@firstchoiceltd.co.ukJohn BlytheBusiness ManagerM: 07798 695942E: john.blythe@firstchoiceltd.co.ukF C Group LtdMurray Business Centre4 – 6 Murray RoadOrpingtonBR5 3RETel: 01689 828182DirectionsWe are located a short distance from the M25, M20 and A2.Post code for your sat navigator: BR5 3RE. Parking is available for visitors.Excellence in the built environmentFrom St Mary Cray Train StationAt St Mary Cray station come out from concourse to bridge, turn left.Walk down steps and head northeast onto Chipperfield Road past the cafe andhouses.Turn right onto Leesons Hill.Cross over the main road and continue down Leesons Hill.Turn left into Murray Road Murray Business Centre will be sign posted on your right.Walking time is approximately 8 minutes.www.fcbuildgroup.co.uk