Commercial >> Macrennie Commercial Construction - Hellmann Logistics
Warehouse development breaks the mould Karen Phelps Macrennie Commercial Construction has just completed a large warehouse development for client Auckland International Airport, which Macrennie chief executive Steve Fowler says is “not your average warehouse”. Located in the Landings Precinct of the airport on a prominent corner site the distinctively designed warehouse, which will be occupied by tenant Hellmann Logistics, features interesting design elements including an energy-efficient inclined glass curtain wall. The concept architect for the project was RTA Studio with Eclipse Architects providing consulting services to achieve the final design.
Macrennie Commercial Construction started construction of the project in October last year and Steve Fowler says it was a relatively tight time frame for the large complex build, which involves several buildings: a 7500 square metre warehouse, 3500sqm metre coolstore and 1500sqm of offices. Including the canopies and breezeways the total building area is 15,000 square metres. Constructed from structural steel and Colorsteel, Macrennie Commercial Construction also completed the interior fitout delivering a turnkey project to the client. The project also includes post-tension slab, laid after the roof was installed to ensure a joint-less finish with reduced risk of cracking
and shrinkage due to interference from the weather, says Steve. Macrennie Commercial Construction also completed the earthworks for the project, something that Fowler says the company prefers to undertake if possible. “It creates a seamless approach and means we are not waiting around for other contractors. It gives us much greater control over project timing and delivery. “That was important in this project as we were constructing several different buildings, all at different stages of completion, simultaneously.” At peak Macrennie Commercial Construction was managing 150 staff and subcontractors on site.
Steve Fowler says the project demonstrates the company’s ability to coordinate projects effectively and efficiently. Macrennie Commercial Construction was established in 1980 and has built up a reputation as a major player in the construction of warehouses. The company is owned by Fowler, construction manager Tim O’Leary and projects manager Bryce Caldwell and provides construction services in the Auckland region, typically assuming the role of head contractor. Macrennie Commercial Construction employ construction industry professional managers, technicians, tradespeople and labourers. • to page 22
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