Morgan Sindall Construction opens new regional headquarters for South West

Morgan Sindall Construction has opened a new regional headquarters at Exeter Science Park, establishing a larger base for its operations across the South West.

The tier one contractor has taken 3,000 sq ft of office space on the first floor of the park’s Ada Lovelace Building, with 28 staff initially based at the site and plans to expand the regional team over the coming years.

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The Exeter office will complement the company’s existing Plymouth base, which opened in 1997, and improve coverage across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and North Somerset. Its location also provides access to the M5, A30 and Exeter Airport.

Morgan Sindall expands South West construction operations

Morgan Sindall Construction’s South West business traces its roots to regional contractor Stansell, founded in 1823. It now forms part of the company’s Central and West business unit.

The contractor has an established presence at Exeter Science Park, having delivered several projects on the campus, including the George Parker Bidder Building.

Its wider regional portfolio includes £40 million of city centre regeneration work in Plymouth, covering Armada Way, Royal Parade and Civic Square, and the £10 million Liskeard Community Hub for Cornwall Council.

In Exeter, Morgan Sindall Construction has delivered the £9 million Centre for Resilience in Environment, Water and Waste at the University of Exeter, described as the UK’s first net-zero-in-operation water research facility.

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Other projects include the £13.5 million refurbishment of the university’s Harrison Building and a £19 million scheme at the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital.

Current work across the region includes Castlebridge SEND School in Ivybridge and Swimbridge Primary School near Barnstaple for the Department for Education, Plymouth Civic Centre and new vehicle maintenance facilities for National Grid Electricity Distribution in Exeter and Plymouth.

Exeter Science Park provides base for regional growth

Exeter Science Park supports organisations working across science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM). The park supports 750 jobs and generates more than £50 million in gross value added each year.

Graham Kingdon, Area Director for Morgan Sindall Construction in the South West, said: “Opening our new headquarters at Exeter Science Park is an exciting next step for our business in the South West. We’ve worked across the region for many years, so having a permanent base in Exeter feels like a natural progression.

“The new office gives our team the space to grow while keeping us close to clients, partners and communities across Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and North Somerset. Being part of the Science Park community is also a great fit with our focus on innovation and sustainability.”

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Lindsay Lucas, Chief Executive Officer of Exeter Science Park, said: “We are delighted to welcome Morgan Sindall Construction to Exeter Science Park. An organisation whose vision is to be the most sought-after and sustainable business in its industry, and which uses digital and platform design capabilities, modern construction methods and innovative carbon-reduction tools, is a real asset to the Park.

“Its commitment to creating inspiring places that enhance communities, alongside supporting the next generation, means Morgan Sindall Construction will make a valuable contribution to our Park community and the wider regional economy.”