Beating the Drum_Issue 81_2017 Beating the Drum_Issue 81_2017
Issue 81: March | April 2017
The NMC Construction Groups' Design and
Construct (D&C) portfolio started out
focusing largely on projects in the industrial
sector and has since expanded significantly,
now covering sectors in the industrial,
commercial, retail and residential space. The scope of works comprises the demolition of an
existing building and construction of a three storey
concrete structure with steel portal structure making up
an impressive trapeze hall. Pictured above; Pic 1: The
trapeze hall under construction, trapeze artists clearly
cannot wait for the grand opening. Pic 2: Architects
rendering of the grand trapeze hall on completion.
“The increase in Design and Construct projects is as a
direct result of clients wanting to mitigate the risk of
unexpected costs at the end of the project. Through this
form of procurement the return on the investment is
guarenteed with respect to the capital cost. The structure is arranged like a theatre to highlight the
drama and excitement of circus training with a triple
volume trapeze hall taking centre stage. Multi functional
training spaces provide the space and flexibility to host
events, whilst classrooms and offices have direct visual
connection with the training spaces.
The groups' D&C model offers a streamline solution to
complex projects. Through partnering, teamwork and
effective collaboration with consultants, co-contractors
and clients the group has succeeded in fine-tuning this
offering to drive costs down while increasing value for
clients.” Mike van Coller, Group Executive Director,
Business Development.
Current D&C projects under construction include
Scuderia House, as well as Zip Zap circus.
Construction on ZapZap Circus, a multi-storey training
and recreational facility for client Sceniscope, has
progressed past the half way mark and is steadily moving
towards completion.
In January 2017 construction commenced on the
Scuderia House project, a new office facility and
parking garage for client Ferrari SA. The scope of works
comprises the construction of a new office facility and
parking garage.
Located in Roeland Street, in the heart of Cape Town’s
CBD, the 20 000m² building will house five basement
parking levels, one parking level above ground and seven
commercial levels. The project is set for completion in
February 2018. Pictured right; Pic 3: 18m deep
excavations, from ground level. Pic 4: Architects
rendering of Scuderia House on completion.
Excavations
18m Deep