Construction Information

Partnering

The Management Team at Benfield Construction have successfully worked with major clients over many years to develop projects from inception to completion, within budget and without the design period delays.

With the advent of “Rethinking Construction” we have developed this philosophy and the company has been accredited for the NFB CIAPS Scheme (Construction Industry Accredited Performance Scheme).

By adopting a partnering approach we can ensure our clients requirements are met through open and co-operative working relationships that focus on common objectives and win-win solutions.

Case Study Example : Lime Tree Village

Benefits included:

• Better value for money – capital and cost in use
• Improved predictability of out-turn costs and time
• Better design, risks designed out
• Higher quality
• Less defects, less waste
• Fewer disputes
• Reduced accidents
• More respect for people
• Shared benefits of improvement in performance and reduction in costs

Modern Methods of Construction (MMC)

One modern method of construction which has been used on a recent projects is Thin Joint Blockwork.

Thin joint block work is an innovative new method which requires only semi-skilled labour, is quick to erect, produces less waste and enables more certain compliance with sound and insulation regulations.

Case Study Example: The Lynch

Timber Frame

Timber Frame is a more established form of construction and the company recently used it on a retirement homes project. Benefits we found were speed of erection, faster drying out times, improved accuracy and less waste. It is also a sustainable construction method.

Case Study Example : Dunchurch Hall