CO-OP GREAT MOOR

PROJECT OVERVIEW

Bansco was appointed via framework supplier Mahoney Contracts to deliver the shell and core for a new 4,520 sq ft Co-Op convenience store in Great Moor, Stockport – a modern retail unit on Buxton Road.

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The scheme involved demolishing an existing terrace row, constructing a new ground-bearing slab with brick and block external walls, a combination of pitched and flat roofs, double-glazed windows on the first floor, and aluminium windows and doors on the ground floor. Mahoney handled the M&E and fit-out elements, ensuring a seamless handover for a high-traffic community store with sustainable features like solar PV, EV charging, and enhanced parking. 

 

CHALLENGES

- Multiple client delays and last-minute design/spec changes that required on-site adaptations to maintain the programme 

- Tight urban site with restricted access for plant, materials, and teams 

- Engaging with numerous local residents to keep them informed and minimise disruption 

- Observing party wall awards with neighbouring properties 

 

SOLUTIONS & APPROACH

Bansco adopted a flexible, proactive strategy with early engagement and value engineering, working closely with Mahoney and the client to handle changes efficiently under the framework contract.

 

Key works included:   

- Demolition of existing structures, including prompt asbestos removal based on the 2020 survey 

- Innovative switch to CFA piled foundations, avoiding 2m+ excavations, reducing muck away, saving costs/time, and minimising vibration/plant movements for neighbours 

- Shell construction with steel frame, cladding, and core M&E prep 

- External drainage, services, landscaping, and car parking enhancements 

 

OUTCOMES & RESULTS

Delivered on time despite challenges, the shell and core enabled swift fit-out and store opening – providing essential retail space for the community. Bansco's problem-solving and neighbour-focused approach ensured zero major incidents, budget control, and a positive local impact.

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A prime example of Bansco's retail expertise: adapting to mid-project hurdles, innovating for efficiency, and delivering durable foundations for client success in constrained urban settings.