Internal refurbishment of the Wintergarden, former ballroom, Loggia, Meikle restaurants, Meikle Bar and the full refit and upgrading of the Hotel Main kitchen. A separate contract to replace all of the windows, facias, canopies to the Wintergarden, Loggia and Meikle restaurants ran concurrently.
Contract Type:
SBCC Without Quantities (Two-stage tender)
Contract Duration:
Internal Refurbishment: 14 weeks
Window/Facade Works: 20 weeks
Contractors
Internal Works: Thomas Johnstone Ltd
Facade Works: TJ Ross
Scope of Works:
• Full internal strip out and refurbishment
• Fit-out including FF&E for lounges, bars, and restaurants
• Specialist kitchen fit-out
• Full M&E replacement
• Electrical sub-mains and switchgear requiring a full overnight hotel shutdown
• £5 million spent over a condensed 14-week programme on a live, fully operational site
• Hard stop completion deadline of 18th April
• Complex logistical planning due to limited on-site storage and just-in-time deliveries
• Noise restrictions during mornings and late afternoons to minimise disruption
• Night and weekend work enabled to maintain momentum
• Concurrent programmes across two contractors requiring integrated scheduling
• Significant unplanned works relating to legacy finishes and services, all absorbed within the original timeline
nbm played a critical role throughout the project by:
• Reviewing and refining budgets in line with the Client’s brief
• Advising on the most suitable form of contract to allow early contractor involvement
• Supporting contractor selection and negotiation of the final contract value
• Monitoring and reporting cost updates throughout the construction stage
A thorough pre contract design stage and early Contractor appointment enabled detailed planning of critical activities. Excellent flexibility and coordination between the Client and Contractor during the construction stage assisted in resolving issues on site and ultimately in the delivery of the project on time.
nbm’s input was critical throughout the process:- reviewing and updating budget costs against the Client’s brief; selection of form of contract to maximise flexibility and early Contractor involvement; Contractor selection; contract value negotiation and Contractor appointment; reviewing and updating contract costs regularly to keep Client informed.
A strong partnership between the Client and contractors enabled agile decision-making, and careful planning ensured guest disruption was kept to a minimum throughout the 14-week programme.
The Client was extremely satisfied with the transformation and the collaboration. Stephen Leckie, CEO of Crieff Hydro Family of Hotels, described the project as “our single biggest project in decades”, adding that it will “put us on the map for food and drink in Scotland” and create “even more memorable experiences for guests staying or dining with us.”
Read our news article for more on the story behind the refurbishment.
