Tilbury Douglas, a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out business, has successfully completed the construction of the new flagship Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GMIoT) building in Salford.

 

The new GMIoT building is the latest in the University of Salford’s Campus Connectivity Plan projects to be delivered. It will be used as a central hub for the Further Education Colleges who are working with University of Salford. Students will use it for higher-level, real world technical education and training in sectors including construction, engineering, computing, creative media, business and health sciences.

 

Jm architects designed the building which we completed on budget and on time. The low carbon 1840 m² building features a green roof with photovoltaic panels to generate renewable energy, alongside a green living wall supported by rainwater harvesting. Inside there are spaces to support learning, including flexible digital labs, a prototyping workshop and ICT studios.

 

Martin Horne, Regional Director – North West at Tilbury Douglas, said: “We are incredibly proud to have partnered with the University of Salford on the delivery of the new GMIoT building. This high-quality, sustainable facility will help to equip students across Greater Manchester with the skills and confidence needed to access meaningful careers, including in construction. It has been a pleasure to collaborate with the University and GMIoT stakeholder partners to bring this vision to life.”

 

Jo Purves, Pro Vice-Chancellor Partnerships and Global Engagement at the University of Salford, said: “The facility has been beautifully delivered by Tilbury Douglas and envisioned by Jm architects who have created a place which not only meets the highest education standards but is welcoming and accessible for all.”