Kerry Group Headquarters is based in Tralee, Co. Kerry and employs over 24,000 people worldwide.  The development involved the construction of substantial new build and major redevelopment consisting of a 3 storey entrance atrium, 2 storey canteen, 3 storey extension and complete internal refurbishment of Kerry Group Corporate Headquarters.  The works were carried out in two distinct phases with a minimum amount of overlapping at interface works.  Client operations had to be maintained for the duration of the works.

 

Abbey Court retail units are a 1,500m2 development in Tralee Town Center.  The project involved large scale demolition work in close proximity to extremely busy areas.  Access to the site was restricted and a detailed traffic management plan was put in place.  All deliveries were scheduled to opportune times and guided into site with the aid of trained spotters.

 

Substructure work involved extensive secant pilling and raft construction base.  The superstructure consisted of steel portal frame and insitu concrete walls.  The external of the units were clad in a limestone dura cladding with light being provided by large structural glazing units.  The visual aspect of the site was maintained to the highest level due to its proximity to neighboring and operating retail units.

The Munster Council is a provincial council of the GAA.  It represents over 500 community based GAA clubs and approximately 200,000 volunteer members.  The development involved the construction of a new two storey split level structure comprising of 12,000 m2.  The external envelope consists of fibrous cement rainscreen cladding and flush frameless glazing to the upper level resting on granite stone cladding to the lower level. 

The project included new mechanical and electrical packages incorporating a number of sustainable energy features.  Due to challenging ground conditions a mixture of piling and deep excavations were required for the foundations.  New access roads, footpaths and 1,500m2 carpark were constructed as part of the development.

Dairygold retail unit is a 2,300m2 two storey retail unit situated in Ballincollig, Co. Cork.  The works involved 2 phases.

 

Phase 1

• Construct new concrete grain yard of 3,500m2 and retaining walls

• New weigh bridge and office areas

• Demolish existing mill

• Construct a temporary 750m2 store area

Dairygold continued to trade throughout phase 1 in the existing unit.  A detailed traffic management plan was implemented to achieve this.

 

Phase 2

• Griffin Brothers handed over phase 1 to the client

• Construction of 2,300m2 retail unit

• Portal steel frame and insitu concrete construction

• New entrance layout

• Realignment of Grange Terrace road

• Demolition of existing shop unit

 

All works were carried within a live environment.

 

Riverside House is a modern office building of 2,500m2 over three floors.  Substructure works involved extensive precast piling and raft slab construction.

 

The superstructure of the building is R.C columns and beams with insitu R.C. floors.  The external finishes are blockwork plastered including glazed curtain walling.

 

The interior fit out is to the highest of standards and incorporates raised access floors and demountable glazed office partitions in order for future office layout.

Kerry County Council offices is a low energy building featuring a geothermal heat pump for space heating, solar collectors for hot water, natural ventilation, energy efficient lighting, an energy management system and highly insulated building fabric.  The building is a 1,500m2 over 2 floors.

 

The main structure of the building is block construction with R.C columns and beams, insitu floors and structural steel for roof frame.  Internal works included full office fit out, glazed partitions, raised access floors.

 

The project also included substantial mechanical and electrical and lift installation together with associated ground works to accommodate 5,100m of underground geothermal coil.

Work on national monuments are operated on a site/project specific or geographical basis.

 

The country is divided into six regions.  The bulk of the conservation and restoration work undertaken at national monuments in state care are carried out by direct labor force operational from the 6 regional depots.

 

The Killarney depot covers the South West region.  This project involved the construction of large work shops, offices, garages, kitchens, canteen, storage areas and large external hardstandings including all landscaping with the Killarney National Park

 

Kerry Agri Store is situated on a prominent site adjacent to the N21 Tralee Castleisland road.  The building is 1,600m2 of a retail store, warehouse and offices.  The construction consisted of:

• 3,500 m2 bulk excavation

• 7,500 m2 bulk fill

• 5,500m3 concrete hardstandings

• 1,600m3 car park

• Culvert works adjacent to N21

• Complete building fir out

 

Gally’s Bar and Restaurant is a modern bright bar over two floors with four apartments on the 1st floor.  The project consisted of:

• 4,300m3 bulk excavation

• 4,000m3 bulk fill

• R.C raft substructure

• Blockwork super structure and timber cut roof

• Internal bar fit out

• Mechanical & electrical installation s

• New 100 space car park

 

The project consisted of refurbishment and alteration works to Garvey’s Supervalu Castleisland. 

It involved the installation of new mechanical and electrical elements, ceiling replacement, floor finishes, upgrade of WC facilities and decorations.  Due to the requirement of maintaining a fully functional supermarket, the above works were carried out outside of normal working hours. 

The works were completed swiftly, in an organized and safe manner without compromise to quality, hygiene, the supermarket or its staff and customers.

 

 

Boherbue retail store project is an extensive agri and retail complex in Boherbue Village.  The project consisted of the construction of a prime retail site with multiple commercial units and hardstandings.

 

It involved the complete site clearance and demolition of existing buildings with a bulk excavation of 12,000m3.  As this site was adjacent to the main secondary route R577 Cork Kerry road a comprehensive traffic management system was put in place.  This was followed by the construction of a 3,000m2 building over 2 floors including full fit out.

 

As the client had its existing store in operation in close proximity, operations were maintained for the duration of the project.

 

 

The V.E.C. are located on the 1st and 2nd floors of Riverside House office building.  The interior fit out is to the highest standards which incorporates raised floor access and demountable partitions.  The fit out also consisted of full mechanical and electrical installations.