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This contractor has utilised software to promote and showcase their performance on their project. This online website shares project updates, information and KPIs as well as their social value, environmental and training highlights. This is updated on a monthly basis and shared to promote the sites positive performance. One of the main benefits is that the QR code and web…
On window replacement projects displaying all scheme banners is usually a problem as the welfare units are not necessarily in the same street as the works. This company has adopted the use of a sandwich board (as used outside many retail outlets) toplace the contact poster on one side and the scheme’s objectives on the other. This effectively promotes the…
It is important for sites to demonstrate respect for their local communities and build connections with residents to help improve the image of the construction industry. See the examples below for how one site achieved this: The project involved building 68 new homes for the ex-service community, within an estate which is currently home to over 270 ex-service people and…
This contractor is passionate about ensuring that they encourage the next generation to join the industry especially to overcome the current skills shortage the industry is experiencing. As a result of the pandemic it has made it very difficult for them to provide talks and events within the local, and as a result they have developed a podcast with support…
On their Ponteland Schools & Leisure Centre project, Kier have trialled a digital programme to provide more information to the public and convey key messages to their supply chain, operatives and staff. The programme displays the real time progress of the site and also provides detailed information on the project for the public. It is displayed on a 55″ screen…
The contractor created a 7 day ‘Easter Tramtastic scavenger hunt’ engagement campaign involving the erection of nine community boards along the route which gave work updates and information and displayed a QR code which participants scanned to answer project related questions which were available in 7 different languages. The code also linked them to the project’s website and social media plus…
On this site they have developed a way of people using their phone camera to join a charity event. They have put the charity event as a QR code on a poster which links to a ‘Just Giving’ page so they can receive donations online without the need for as much promoting.
Whilst carrying out any construction work, it is vital to be as courteous to the local community and neighbours as possible. One way of showing consideration to local residents is to regularly distribute newsletters throughout the duration of the project, particularly those who are most likely to be affected by the works. This could start with an introduction letter to…
Balfour Beatty are committed to the best standards of working and informing the community, and to achieve this we are using a mobile exhibition centre as well as a large open plan room on the site, which is set aside for displaying information as an exhibition centre. The mobile trailer can be set up in minutes, and with a small…
‘The Talking Sign’ is a brand-new initiative designed by Kier in conjunction with Chevron, which is based on their intercom system normally used for residents awaiting escort through work areas. The Talking Sign was showcased recently at Gatwick Airport and was well received by stakeholders, Highways England and customers as it is the only ‘live’, up to the minute, works…
A new poster has been added to our site entrance public display board. This lists local classes and companies within a close proximity to site, with details on what the classes offer and who they are aimed at. We selected local businesses instead of chains, to encourage our neighbours to keep fit and healthy and to also support our community….
The Hawick Flood Protection Scheme is split into 42 work sections for delivery. With the River Teviot running through the town of Hawick and work ongoing with a great deal of public and site interface, the contractor has taken a proactive approach to communications and sharing information. Given coronavirus constraints to traditional direct-facing community engagement methods, they have been striving…
To keep local residents and businesses updated regular newsletters are sent out via email. In addition to this, the contractor has put up posters in a vacant shop window which links to the Client’s project page on their website. This provides people with more detailed information on the project, updates on progress and information on upcoming work plus a link…
The project team has invested in SitePodium to keep the community informed about construction activity at Triptych Bankside and to ensure the best possible relationships with local stakeholders. Benefits include: A fast and easy way of staying in touch with people interested in the project Ability to notify the community about key construction milestones and issue alerts when disruption is…
The Manchester Metropolitan Arts and Humanities Project is in the heart of the University Campus meaning there are lots of members of the public and students that interface with the site and our staff. As such, the site implemented a ‘Public Feedback Board’ encouraging feedback on being a good neighbour. Passers by can use a QR code to provide feedback to…