Morgan Sindall’s journey to Net Zero showcasing Dumfries High School
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Welcome to the project page for the Dumfries High School project, which is being built by Morgan Sindall Construction for hub South West Scotland, Development Partner of Dumfries & Galloway Council.
Here you can read about the project and its positive effect on the community, and track progress as it happens.
Dumfries High School, is the new build high school to replace the current facility located in Dumfries, Scotland.
Delivered by hub South West Scotland (hub SW) in partnership with Dumfries and Galloway Council, with funding supported by the Learning Estate Investment Programme, the construction of the £53 million project will provide state-of-the-art educational facilities for over 930 pupils.
Designed by Ryder Architecture, the new school will be built on the site of the former high school’s football pitch and is due for completion in spring 2026.
Making a positive difference in the communities we work is a vital part of our responsible business plan. Our Community Investment Group supports our project teams in the delivery of local community engagement projects. The Morgan Sindall Construction Scotland business unit operates out of two regional offices, the Eurocentral office being associated with this project.
Jim Wilson, Senior Project Manager, is the dedicated community contact for the Dumfries High School project and will maintain communications with neighbours and the surrounding community. If you have any questions, please do get in touch with Jim via the contact form at the bottom of the page with any queries regarding the project.
As a business we are proud members of the Considerate Constructors Scheme, which has a Code of Considerate Practice designed to encourage best practice beyond statutory requirements.
This page will provide a snapshot of activities we have been undertaking in the local community.
Click through to see how the project has progressed from starting on site until October 2024.
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As the lead on the project, I’ll be working closely with the site management and commercial teams to steer this project to meet the time, cost and quality objectives, while ensuring minimum impact on the local community.
CloseAs part of the operational team, I’m responsible for coordinating the close management of subcontractors to ensure we progress smoothly and safely against programme goals, delivering maximum quality throughout the build.
CloseI will be the senior commercial lead on the project. I will work closely with our procurement, preconstruction and site delivery teams to ensure that the project delivers best value for our customer.
CloseI will be responsible for helping the project achieve its commercial objectives, whilst helping deliver the best possible commercial service to the customer team and managing sub-contractor accounts.
CloseI am responsible for carefully managing the design elements, coordinating the designers to develop the project details in line with the needs of the end user. I will ensure that the design detail is available as required to meet the programme and help bring the customer's vision to life.
CloseI’ll be responsible for supporting the Design Manager in delivering the design, recording progress and reviewing and undertaking design compliance checks.
CloseWorking closely with our supply chain, I’ll be ensuring a close control on quality and cost of the Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) elements of the project.
CloseWorking closely with the project team, Gordon will manage the project programme to check that the project programme is being adhered to and in a way that will meet the project’s key dates.
CloseI will provide a quantity surveying service across the whole of the project, and work in conjunction with the other quantity surveyors on the project. As part of my role I will provide estimates and control costs for the project, making sure that what is being built meets legal and quality standards. As a trainee on the project, I am studying for my degree alongside gaining valuable experience to develop my career.
CloseThroughout the project, Kieran will be supporting the operations team, working closely with the supply chain ensuring the project is delivered safely and to a high quality.
CloseI will be the principal point of contact for all social impact activities. I will seek out and work with all appropriate stakeholders to maximise our engagement within all areas of the community and exceed expectations in achieving tangible social, economic and educational benefits.
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