Building One and ancillary development comprises 244,710 sqm GEA of built area, more than 35% larger than Wembley Stadium which covers approximately 180,000 sqm GEA.

Sir Robert McAlpine will now start preparations for the development, which is scheduled to be operational in 2026. Preparatory works have been underway at the site for several months already, with piling for Building One expected to commence in the coming weeks.

An extensive tender process saw Sir Robert McAlpine and competing firms assessed on the quality of their bids in relation to cost, capability, experience, sustainability and collaborative working. The successful partner performed well across the board to secure appointment on a distinct, stand-alone Pre-Construction Services Agreement.

Joe Hibbert, Vice President for Capital Projects at Agratas commented: “The beginning of this partnership with Sir Robert McAlpine is another pivotal moment for our nationally significant project.

“The team brings an unrivalled commitment to technical excellence, client service, sustainability and exemplary project delivery, and most importantly, they live and breathe our shared vision of placing community at the heart of everything we do.”

Grant Findlay, Executive Managing Director for Buildings, Sir Robert McAlpine, added: “Across our 155-year history, we have always been at the forefront of industrial change in the UK. This is why we are proud to be working with Agratas as its preferred delivery partner.”

“We are aligned in our ambitions for making a long lasting, positive impact on local communities, guided by our vision to construct a better world for future generations.”

Once all phases of construction are complete, the facility is set to be the biggest of its kind in the UK and by the early 2030s will contribute almost half of the projected battery manufacturing capacity required for the UK automotive sector.

The development of Building One will require approximately 2,100 construction roles at peak times, many across Tier 3 and 4 of the supply chain. Together, Agratas and Sir Robert McAlpine will deliver a Workforce Development Strategy to realise a local first approach, prioritising surrounding communities and fostering strong regional employment opportunities.

Latest Industrial news

Building on our legacy at Port Talbot
06 Feb 2025

Our appointment as main contractor as part of Tata Steel UK’s decarbonisation plans at Port Talbot is the latest chapter in our involvement at the steelworks which stretches back to the late 1940s.

Read more about
SRM to lead Tata Steel's Port Talbot decarbonisation
28 Jan 2025

We are thrilled to announce we have been appointed to lead Tata Steel’s £1.25B decarbonisation project at Port Talbot, transforming it into a hub for sustainable steel production.

Read more about
Successful supplier engagement day for Agratas
14 Oct 2024

In partnership with Agratas, we invited Somerset businesses from various sectors to hear about future supplier opportunities.

Read more about

Latest news

Maggie's Northampton topping out
21 Feb 2025

Sir Robert McAlpine Special Projects celebrates the topping out of Maggie’s Northampton, a new cancer support centre at Northampton General Hospital, marking a key milestone in providing expert care for those affected by cancer.

Read more about
Caroline Mulholland on good design in Healthcare
12 Feb 2025

As IHP is Lead Partner of the EHD Champions Awards, Caroline Mulholland reflects on the significance of design in healthcare, international best practice and lessons from the Awards.

Read more about
National Apprenticeship Week 2025 with Jack Chapman
11 Feb 2025

In support of National Apprenticeship week, we caught up with Trainee Quantity Surveyor Jack Chapman to hear about his experiences and progress on the path to a rewarding career.

Read more about