Alpha Construction Ltd

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Godmanchester

Class A1 multi-unit retail building construction

Client : Paragon Property Developments

End User : Co-op Supermarkets

Location : Cambridgeshire

Contract Value : £1m

Project complexities, simplified by Alpha:

  1. Managing a multi-unit design-and-build development, requiring close coordination between architectural, structural and construction disciplines to maintain programme certainty and deliver a consistent end-user standard across all retail units.
  2. Coordinating incoming mains services, drainage infrastructure and off-site connections, ensuring the development could be fully serviced and operational without delays at handover.
  3. Integrating customer access, parking, servicing and secure yard arrangements within the site layout, balancing functionality, accessibility and operational efficiency for both customers and tenants.
  4. Delivering agreed works outside the site boundary, requiring additional coordination and planning to ensure seamless integration with surrounding infrastructure.

Scope of Works:

  • Architectural and structural design of a five-unit retail scheme, delivering a coordinated design-and-build solution tailored to the site and end-user requirements.
  • Construction of five Class A1 retail units, providing approximately 750m² gross internal floor area comprising dedicated sales space, warehouse areas and toilet facilities.
  • Provision of customer and operational access arrangements, including automatic entrance doors, fire escape routes and discharge into a secure service yard.
  • Construction of associated external infrastructure, including 38 dedicated car parking spaces, with 4 DDA-compliant accessible bays.
  • Delivery of hard and soft landscaping works, enhancing site presentation and usability.
  • Installation of incoming mains services and drainage infrastructure, including connections to existing networks and agreed works beyond the site boundary.
  • Provision of boundary treatments and external works, completing a secure and fully operational retail environment.

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Alpha Construction Ltd

Why Alpha Construction Ltd?

We support clients from the earliest stages of a project to help shape practical, buildable solutions before work starts on site.

Adding Value Early

Adding Value Early

Early Contractor Involvement allows us to contribute our delivery experience during the design and planning stages, helping test options against real site conditions and reduce the risk of later change

Trusted Delivery Teams

Trusted Delivery Teams

Our directly employed teams provide continuity, accountability and practical site experience throughout delivery, supporting consistent standards of safety, quality and programme management.

Proven in High-Risk Environments

We regularly deliver projects in live, complex and highly regulated environments where safety, planning and coordination are critical. This experience allows us to manage risk effectively and maintain control of programme and quality, even when conditions are challenging.

Framework & Public Sector Ready

Our processes and reporting are aligned with framework and public sector requirements, supporting strong governance, transparency and compliant delivery throughout the life of a project.

Transparent, Competitive Pricing

Transparent, Competitive Pricing

We provide clear, considered pricing supported by open communication around scope, risk and delivery requirements. This helps clients make informed decisions and maintain greater visibility over costs throughout the project.

Relationship-Driven Delivery

Relationship-Driven Delivery

We work collaboratively with clients, designers and stakeholders to build long-term working relationships based on trust, communication and consistent delivery. This results in smoother projects, quicker resolution of issues, and stronger outcomes over time.

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