​Location: London
Services: Cost & Construction Management, Contract Administration & CDM Advisor Services
Value: Undisclosed
Completion: 2022

In this exhibition, the British Museum revealed the secrets of Stonehenge, shining a light on its purpose, cultural power and the people who created it. Following the story of Britain and Europe from 4000 to 1000 BC, visitors learned about the restless and highly connected age of Stonehenge – a period of immense transformation and radical ideas that changed society forever. Informed by ground-breaking recent archaeological and scientific discoveries, this landmark exhibition offered new insight on one of the world’s great wonders, bringing the true story of Stonehenge into sharper focus than ever before.

Fraser Randall were appointed to undertake the Cost & Construction Management, Contract Administration & CDM Advisor Services for the World of Stonehenge Exhibition project in March 2021. . We were responsible for cost control for the exhibition fit-out works, contractual oversight for the works contracts, and providing advice and guidance on CDM matters. During the design process we undertook stage-by-stage cost appraisals of the design, meeting regularly with the Client and Design teams to interrogate the design, and provide proactive input on value-for-money and buildability considerations. We played an important role in procurement process and strategic considerations for the Client that required a change of approach to construction management for delivery of the construction works. We provided advice on the selection of forms of contract for the different trade works, managed the procurement and delivery of all contractors, and administered the contracts throughout the construction period. We retained oversight of the capital works costs throughout the construction phase, reporting regularly to the Client on the individual trade works costs and the works overall, and providing forecast projections. Upon completion of the works, we were responsible for the certification for practical completion and agreeing final accounts for all contracts.

Images: © Andrew Lee