Imperial College London - Utilities

A significant feature of the works is the construction of a new highway which runs from the new bridge over the LUL lines into the development plot. The newly constructed carriageway was built following the installation of the new sheet piled retaining wall and incorporates new cycleways, crossing points and security features to control access.

Construction of the carriageway was phased to manage the access requirements of the university bus route, as well as servicing of the adjacent academic buildings. Significant utility corridors incorporating High Voltage (HV), Low Voltage (LV), and DNO infrastructure were constructed beneath and alongside the new access road. Careys self-delivered the installation of all associated works, including a new potable water network built under a Self-Lay Agreement (SLA) with Thames Water. The water network was designed in collaboration with our MURS-accredited design partner, ensuring full compliance with adoptable standards. In parallel, we also designed and installed two dedicated sprinkler mains to support the project's complete firefighting sprinkler system, meeting all relevant fire safety and regulatory requirements.