Commercial Office Fit-Out - 40 Leadenhall
Client: Multinational Law Firm
Size: 410,000 sq. ft.
Appointment: Contractor-Side Commissioning (CxC)
Sygna is contributing to the successful delivery of 19 levels of Category B (CATB) office space for a prestigious global law firm. This high-specification workspace, located in the City of London, spans 410,000 square feet and includes various state-of-the-art amenities designed to enhance workplace efficiency and employee well-being.
The office space incorporates multiple specialised facilities, including:
Staff catering amenities
Client suite
Cellular office layout for practice floors
Gym and wellness facilities
Multi-purpose and presentation suites
Business support areas
IT communications rooms
Interconnecting staircases
Outdoor terrace areas
To meet the highest standards of environmental and operational efficiency, each floor is equipped with dedicated plant space, LTHW & CHW systems, FCUs, VAVs, an LL condenser system, a critical cooling system, UPS, downflow units, a smoke extract system, and smart building systems. The project targets key sustainability and well-being certifications, aiming to achieve BREEAM Excellent, WELL Enabled, and NABERS 5-star ratings.
As Commissioning Managers (CxC), Sygna has played a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless execution of the project. Our involvement spans from the initial stages to practical completion, focusing on the coordination, validation, and documentation of critical commissioning processes.
Key Responsibilities & Contributions
Base Build Witnessing
Attended Base Build witnessing to validate services on project-related floors.
Trade Contractor Management
Provided daily oversight of trade contractors to maintain workflow and adherence to project milestones.
Flexible Tracking & Reporting
Introduced a dynamic tracking tool enabling Trade Contractors, the Main Contractor, and the Client team to receive accurate and real-time feedback.
Coordination through MAP Days
Organised and facilitated MAP (Management & Planning) days to ensure alignment among trades from the start of the project through to practical completion.
Issue Navigation & Resolution
Proactively addressed real-time challenges to prevent delays and mitigate risks that could impact the project timeline and quality.
Commissioning Oversight
Managed and supervised daily commissioning activities, ensuring proper documentation and compliance.
Level 4 & 5 Test Script Management
Led the compilation, finalisation, and management of Level 4 & 5 test scripts to validate system performance before project handover.
Project Impact & Added Value
Sygna's expertise in commissioning management has played a critical role in ensuring that the project meets its high-performance benchmarks. By maintaining close collaboration with the Client Team and Trade Contractors, our team has streamlined workflows, minimised potential risks, and upheld the project's ambitious sustainability and efficiency targets.
Through our hands-on approach and strategic oversight, Sygna continues to contribute to the successful realisation of a cutting-edge, sustainable, and highly functional office space for a leading global law firm.
