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Centre for Mathematical Sciences, University of Cambridge

A large-scale and complex project, which is at the heart of the stunning collection of buildings that make up the extensive university site. The project includes the removal of existing roof lights and green roof, together with all soil and insulation. We will subsequently construct a new curved rooflight and green roof, including insulation and seating.

  • Sector: Education
  • Location: Cambridge
  • Client: University of Cambridge
  • Architect: Cowper Griffith Architects
  • Structural Engineer: Buro Happold
  • Quantity Surveyor: Gill Associates
  • Commenced: May 2025
  • Completed: In progress
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Challenges and Constraints

  • Working safely around a live education environment.
  • Minimising disruption to the university environment when working adjacent / above the occupied parts of the building.
  • Live services and adjoining areas.
  • Access to the site. An impressive scaffold ramp was designed and created by CJB Scaffolding Ltd to create access from the road area to the roof of the building, allowing mechanical plant to track up and down, reducing the risk of manual handling.

Processes and methods
Demolition of existing rooflights and slabs. Removal of soil and all insulation.
Externally new paths and ramps formed to give access to the roof. Construction of new rooflight, and replacement of insulation, green roof and seating.

Environmental
As responsible contractors who are ISO14001 accredited, we completed environmental risk assessments, minimise waste and any waste is disposed of using licensed companies. Waste is sorted at the collection depot. Typically, 90% of waste is recycled.

University of Cambridge, Centre for Mathematical Sciences
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  • “Peter was outstanding when it came to communications and implementing changes and fixes that were required by the building work supplier. Very happy to recommend Gipping's services to others.”

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    Kayleigh Williams: Wix

  • “As a team, Gipping met every expectation throughout the project. Steve James provided the exact role and attitude required for a project of this nature. The way he managed the works on site, given the difficult “live” environment was a credit to the firm. The overall management and support for Steve from Steve Offord and Joe was also a large factor in the smooth running of the scheme. All involved should be commended and are a credit to Gipping. Thank you for your part in a very successful scheme.”

    Ben Mitchell, The Design partnership: Walden Place

  • “Carl, and the team, were fantastic during this phase of the project. Carl kept us updated with how the work was going and always had time to check with us if he thought things would impact on the running of the school. The site was always clean and tidy. The project was delivered slightly ahead of schedule, which made the transition into the build much easier for us! Thank you!”

    Hannah Brookman, Tollgate Primary School Phase I

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