105 x FCO Houses Rewire to Meet British Standards (in Compliance with Australian Standards)
The British Government mandates that all overseas estates, including embassies, consulates, and official residences, comply with UK health, safety, and operational standards. This ensures a consistent and secure environment for staff, aligning with British regulations and safeguarding workforce welfare across diverse global locations.
| 1) Project Name | 105 x FCO Houses Rewire to Meet British Standards (in Compliance with Australian Standards) |
| 2) Client Company | British Government – Foreign Commonwealth Office – High Commission |
| 3) Project Type | Capital Project – Major Alts/Adds – Residential |
| 4) Project Value | $359,000 |
| 5) Project Start and Finish | 2015 – 2015 |
| 6) Strategic Objective | To upgrade and rewire 105 residential properties managed by the Foreign Commonwealth Office (FCO) to ensure full compliance with British and Australian electrical safety standards, enhancing operational safety and reliability. |
| 7) The Challenge / Need | – Aligning electrical wiring systems with both British and Australian standards. – Upgrading legacy wiring systems without disrupting tenant occupancy and daily operations. – Ensuring compliance across 105 separate residential properties within tight project timelines. – Mitigating risks associated with aging infrastructure and potential safety hazards. |
| 8) Our Approach | – Conducted comprehensive audits and assessments of existing electrical systems in all 105 properties. – Collaborated with regulatory authorities to ensure compliance with dual standards. – Developed a phased execution plan to minimize disruption to tenants. – Managed procurement and contractor engagements for specialized works. – Delivered transparent communication with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle. |
| 9) Solution & Key Deliverables | – Rewiring of 105 residential properties to comply with British Standards BS7671 and Australian Standards AS/NZS 3000. – Installation of new circuit protection systems. – Integration of residual current devices (RCDs) for enhanced safety. – Comprehensive testing and commissioning of all rewired systems. – Delivery of full compliance documentation for each property. |
| 10) Risks and Challenges | – Ensuring minimal disruption to tenants during rewiring works. – Managing compliance with two regulatory frameworks (British and Australian standards). – Coordinating works across multiple locations simultaneously. – Balancing budget constraints and project deadlines. |
| 11) Result / Outcome | – Successfully rewired 105 properties to meet dual compliance standards. – Enhanced safety and operational reliability of electrical systems. – Delivered the project on time and within budget. – Achieved full regulatory compliance with documented assurance for each property. |
| 12) Our Value-Added Differentiator | – Dual Compliance Expertise: Seamlessly integrated British and Australian standards. – Minimized Tenant Disruption: Phased approach ensured minimal operational interference. – Quality Assurance: Comprehensive testing and compliance documentation provided peace of mind. – Stakeholder Engagement: Clear and consistent communication ensured alignment at every stage. |
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I led the development and execution of the project as Head Contractor Program Director/delivery team.
Design for the design project the team consisted of:
- 1 x Lead designer
- 8 x Engineers,
- 10 x Drafters
- 1 x PLC/SCADA designers
Construction for the Construction project the team will consist of:
- 1 x Project Manager
- 1 x Construction Engineer
- 1 x Contracts Manager
- 1 x Quality Manager
- 1 x Safety Manager
- 1 x Structural Fabrication contractors
- 1 x Mechanical systems Fabrication contractors
- 1 x Erection contractor
- 7 x Functional Suppliers (Motors, Gearboxes, Drives, Pullies, Idlers, P&I Monitoring/Control )
- 1 x Electrical contractor
- 1 x Construction Manager
Project was completed with 126,000 hrs with ZERO LTI and 1 x FAI
