Tom Harrison
Arup
civil and highways engineer
The Manchester Engineering Campus Development (MECD) was one of the single, largest construction projects undertaken by any UK higher education institution.
The brief was to provide over 75,000m2 of modern facilities in a bespoke environment, supporting world leading research and an outstanding teaching and learning experience for over 8,000 students and staff.
Now complete and situated at the heart of the University of Manchester’s campus, MECD represents a £420m investment to support an integrated academic community, creating opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration, enhancing the student experience and maximising space efficiency.
Join us to hear about the engineering behind this impressive scheme, which scooped the Large Project Award at the ICE North West Civil Engineering Awards 2022.
Arup
structural engineer

This course is designed to give developing professionals a strong foundation in sustainable engineering, equipping them with the knowledge and practical skills to effectively integrate sustainability into their work.

The session will explore the principles of transparency, defensibility and practical risk management in relation to adjudication fees. It is intended to encourage informed discussion and professional reflection rather than promote fee maximisation, institutional rate-setting or prescriptive guidance…

A presentation from the architect, structural designers, fabricators and the principal contractor that delivered this unique structure. The discussion details how the bridge developed from concept design through to installation including the use of one of the largest cranes in the UK for the bridge …