Meet the Team: Graduates Louis and Tom

Meet the Team: Graduates Louis and Tom

We are very pleased to introduce you to Louis and Tom, the latest recruits to join the Hannan team……

 

Name: Louis Heywood

Role: Mechanical Design Engineer

Which training route did you take?

Masters degree in mechanical engineering at the university of Sheffield.

What do you enjoy about your job?

I like the variety of the job, since joining I’ve been involved in a wide variety of projects including residential blocks, offices, warehouses, and hotels. Each project brings new challenges and new tasks to get involved in.

What do you enjoy about working at Hannan Associates?

The team here is much smaller than at the multi disciplinary practice where i previously worked, but here i feel that i have a more responsibility and am playing more of an involved role than I’ve previously was. I’m also getting to work on some really interesting projects. 

Have there been any specific projects or sectors you’ve particularly enjoyed working on since joining Hannans?

I’ve enjoyed working on the Radcliffe civic hub project which will provide new leisure facilities to Radcliffe town centre.

What are your future career & learning goals / aspirations?

My current goal is to carry on developing my skills and experience within the industry working towards taking the lead on a full project.

What do you enjoying doing in your spare time?

In my spare time when I’m not busy doing DIY projects at home or going to B&Q again… I enjoy hill walking, running and climbing. On the weekends I like to go camping in my campervan around the UK.

Any advice for people looking at starting a career in building services engineering?

I’d tell new engineering graduates not to overlook smaller companies when applying for roles as, based on my experience they can offer more interesting role.

Name: Tom Meese

Role: Electrical Design Engineer

Why did you decide to become a building services engineer?

I decided to become a building services engineer during my MSc when we did a unit called, ‘Zero Carbon Built Infrastructure‘. This unit included learning about energy demand within buildings and the impact the building fabric has on energy consumption. This was my first introduction to building services work.

Which training route did you take?

My training route was….

  • A-levels – Maths and Physics and History 
  • BEng – Electrical and Electronic Engineering – Manchester Metropolitan University
  • MSc – Renewable Energy and Clean Technology – University Of Manchester

What do you enjoy about your job?

I enjoy the problem-solving aspect of the job and the variety of different jobs for a variety of different clients

What do you enjoy about working at Hannan Associates?

I enjoy being a part of the Hannan Associates team.  My managers keep me busy but the workload is well balanced, I am not put under too much pressure and I am given trust and freedom to manage my time.   

Have there been any specific projects or sectors you’ve particularly enjoyed working on since joining Hannans?

I’ve particularly enjoyed working on the expansion works at Stoke City’s Football Ground and the network layout design for Liverpool Waters for Peel. 

What are your future career & learning goals / aspirations?

My future career goals include….

  • Becoming a chartered engineer
  • Have an impact with the low carbon aspect of design
  • Become someone people are confident to come to for answers on technical and difficult questions
  • Specialise in electrical engineering but be able to work on some mechanical tasks to

    What do you enjoying doing in your spare time?

    In my spare time I enjoy going to football games or gigs. I try to visit as many different stadiums as possible.

    Any advice for people looking at starting a career in building services engineering?

    My advice for people looking at starting a career in building services engineering would be…..

    • Try and make relevant contacts in the industry as soon as possible
    • Develop an understanding of other areas involved, not just the area you study
    • Keep up to date with the latest information in the sector through reading papers or watching conferences etc..

     

    If you are interested in joining the Hannan team in a Building Services Engineering apprentice or graduate position please get in touch. Our workforce is our greatest asset and we are always on the lookout for new talent.

    With 40 years in business we can offer you valuable experience of a fast paced, innovative environment and a very varied workload. Our long standing team of engineers provide mentoring and guidance and we are committed to providing support and funding for continued training and development.

    Hannan Associates are an equal opportunities employer and we value the diversity of our workforce. Applicants are considered in relation to business needs, job requirements & individual qualifications without regard to age, sex, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation or gender identity.

    Carolyn Sidebotham

    Carolyn Sidebotham

    Recruitment Manager

    Email: [email protected]

    Phone: +44(0)161 337 2200

    New Client: Lancashire County Cricket Club

    New Client: Lancashire County Cricket Club

    We are very pleased to be a part of the team delivering the next phase of redevelopment at Emirates Old Trafford cricket ground for Lancashire County Cricket Club.

    Proposed plans for the redevelopment of the Red Rose Grandstand include an 86 bedroom, 9 suite hotel extension, which will occupy the upper four floors above a new 1000 seat stand. The lower two floors will include retail space, a ticket office, museum facilities as well as a members lounge. External works include the realignment of Brian Statham Way with the adjacent public realm areas, which forms part of Trafford Council’s Civic Quarter masterplan .

     Plans have been approved by Trafford Council and construction is scheduled to start early next year.

    Hannan Associates are providing Building Services Engineering and Utilities Infrastructure consultancy services for the project and are working alongside Chroma Consulting, BDP Architects, Paul Butler Associates, TowerEight and Marston & Grundy on this project.

    Hannan Associates have been involved in the design of stadia and training grounds, both new build and existing for 30 years.

    If you would like to talk to us about a future project please give us a call or drop us an email….

    Ian Joyce

    Ian Joyce

    Director

    Email: [email protected]

    Phone: +44(0)161 337 2200

    DfP Framework Officially Launched

    DfP Framework Officially Launched

    New office developments and refurbishment projects in the UK will now be able to officially register their schemes under the Design for Performance framework.

    The Design for Performance initiative was devised by The Better Buildings Partnership alongside the highly successful Australian NABERS programme to help close the well-known ‘energy performance gap.’ The framework provides the UK with an approach to office building design based on measurable performance outcomes rather than solely using design based criteria to assess a building’s impact.  

    Once a project signs a Design for Performance Agreement and sets a target NABERS Energy rating they can then promote their target rating to investors and occupiers, demonstrating the project’s commitment to sustainability and net zero carbon targets. The project is then required to be designed to meet the proposed energy rating targets using advanced simulation modelling.

     

    The launch of NABERS UK and DFP comes at a critical time, as the built environment comes under increasing pressure to meet net zero carbon targets.

    As part of our role as Building Services Engineers we have been increasingly helping clients design office buildings which will target a NABERS UK Energy Rating & UK Green Building Council (UKGBC) Net Zero Carbon targets by undertaking Design for Performance standard advanced simulation modelling during the design process.

    We are very proud to be working as part of Legal & General Investment Management’s team for the design of the Ralli Quays office and hotel scheme in Salford. This project is one of the 14 office developments in the UK which have been pioneering the Design for Performance initiative.

     

    Ralli Quays

    If you would like to talk to us about Design for Performance and your net zero operational carbon goals please drop us an email or give us a call.

     

    Ian Joyce

    Ian Joyce

    Director

    Email: [email protected]

    Phone: +44(0)161 337 2200

    Jamie Hall

    Jamie Hall

    Director

    Email: [email protected]

    Phone: +44(0)161 337 2200

    Next Phase of Rochdale Town Centre Approved

    Next Phase of Rochdale Town Centre Approved

    The next phase of regeneration plans for Rochdale town centre have been approved by Rochdale Council.

    The proposed plans for the mixed-use scheme being delivered by Genr8 Developments and Kajima in partnership with Rochdale Borough Council and Rochdale Development Agency, feature two blocks of apartments for private rent, a Hampton by Hilton hotel and a 44,000 sq ft office. The scheme will be constructed next to Rochdale Riverside retail and leisure development, which opened in 2020.

    Hannan Associates are very pleased to be part of Gener8’s team for the ongoing regeneration of Rochdale Town Centre providing Building Services Engineering, BREEAM and Infrastructure consultancy.

    Other members of the team include Cartwright Pickard, KKA Architecture, AEW Architects, Planit IE, Arcadis, Curtins Consulting and the main contractor is Willmott Dixon.

    Once a thriving boom town of the industrial revolution and birthplace of the co-operative movement, Rochdale’s history, architecture and geographic location make it an important Greater Manchester town. However, following the decline of its cotton mills and manufacturing industry the town suffered economic downturn and neglect.

    In a bid to turn the fortunes of this town around, Rochdale Borough Council have been actively working to improve the town centre for shoppers, visitors and businesses with a £250 million regeneration programme.

    Hannan Associates have over 35 years’ experience of urban regeneration projects, working with clients and design teams to develop strategic Building Services Engineering, Infrastructure and Sustainability solutions that help transform previously neglected areas of our towns and cities.

    If you would like to talk to us about a future project please give us a call or drop us an email….

    John Walker

    John Walker

    Director

    Email: [email protected]

    Phone: +44(0)161 337 2200

    Harrier Park Hucknall Now Complete

    Harrier Park Hucknall Now Complete

    The new national headquarters for RM Resources at Harrier Park, Hucknall has reached completion. 

    RM resources, part of RM plc, are a market leading provider of technology and resources to the education sector.  Their new 195,840 sq ft headquarters will help to consolidate their distribution activities into a single location and forms part of a wider improvement programme across their business.

    Harrier Park is a 67 acre mixed-use development at Hucknall, led by an exciting joint venture between Muse Developments and the site-owner Rolls-Royce. The development will bring forward commercial space, industrial units, new homes, a primary school and community facilities, which will create a number of jobs in the area.

    Hannan Associates are very pleased to have provided Building Services Engineering, Utilities Infrastructure and BREEAM consultancy for the project working alongside The Harris PartnershipWSPRe-Form Landscape ArchitectsRPP and main contractor GMI.

    Video courtesy of GMI Construction

    Hannan Associates have helped clients with the development of over five million square feet of industrial and logistics space.

    To find out more about our experience please see our brochure or why not give us us a call or email to discuss your requirements……..

    David Green

    David Green

    Mechanical Design & Building Physics Engineer

    Email: [email protected]

    Phone: +44(0)161 337 2200

    Two New Bailey Square Office Complete

    Two New Bailey Square Office Complete

    The recently completed Two New Bailey Square will be the second new office building at Salford Central’s New Bailey development. This 188,500 sq ft office building is the first scheme designed by architects Alford Hall Monaghan Morris in Greater Manchester.

    The 11-storey building includes CAT A open plan office across 10 floors, commercial unit space at ground floor, basement car parking, external roof terrace and a public square and is on target to achieve an A rated Energy Performance Certificate, a BREEAM Excellent rating along with a Wired Score rating of Platinum.

    Hannan Associates provided Building Services Engineering Consultancy and BREEAM Assessment for the development. 

    Each floor is designed to be sub-divided into two separate tenancies, each area provided with a private external balcony. Simultaneous Variable Refrigerant Flow heating & cooling systems are provided to each tenancy, mechanical fresh air ventilation from roof mounted air handling plant incorporating heat recovery, which offers good flexibility and is easily adaptable to cope with sub-division and high occupant density. 

    The client’s design aspirations included exposed services with acoustic rafts to conceal the indoor VRF units and improve the acoustics of the open plan office space. 

    Eversheds Sutherland are taking approximately 50,000 sq ft across the part 8th, 9th and 10th floors with BLM LLP signed to occupy first to fourth floors . 

    We are proud to be part of the English Cities Fund (tECF) team– a joint venture between Muse Developments, Legal and General and Homes England.

    Other members of the team included Abacus, RPS, Integra Consulting and main contractor Bowmer & Kirkland.

     

    Andrew Carrington

    Andrew Carrington

    Associate Mechanical Design Engineer

    Email: [email protected]

    Phone: +44(0)161 337 2200

    It has been a privilege to work on this unique building which reflects the hard work and attention to detail of the design and construction teams.