BAE Systems, Barrow-in-Furness

260-Space Car Park Construction for BAE Systems, Barrow
Thomas Armstrong (Construction) Ltd was appointed under a design and build contract to deliver the construction of a new 260-space car park for BAE Systems at their Barrow-in-Furness site.
This small but critical infrastructure project included earthworks, drainage and attenuation, kerbing, surfacing, and the installation of lighting, CCTV, and access control systems. Delivered over a 10-week period, the project required strict compliance with BAE Systems’ Health and Safety procedures and security protocols.
Our established presence in Barrow, along with in-house flexibility and Early Contractor Involvement (ECI), ensured successful delivery with cost savings and minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
Works Included
- Full design of car park scheme
- Drainage system with attenuation
- Earthworks and kerbing
- Surfacing
- Installation of lighting, CCTV and access control
Project Achievements
- Pollution risk successfully managed adjacent to open water
- Traffic planning ensured access during shift changes
- Fully compliant with BAE Systems’ H&S and vetting processes
- Site-won materials recycled on-site and into local supply chain
- Delivered within 10 weeks and to budget
- Cost savings achieved through Early Contractor Involvement
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