SES Engineering Services has completed a £6.5 million mechanical and electrical (M&E) services contract at the University of Hull.

The engineering specialist was appointed by Sewell Construction to help deliver a new £30m student accommodation scheme at the University.

Features of 'The Courtyard' project include 560 bedrooms across nine blocks. Each block contains four one-bedroom penthouse apartments, with larger studio apartments in clusters of four and accommodation set out over 8-bed clusters around shared kitchen facilities and live/learn spaces.


In addition, the main reception building houses a small library, Master Chef-style kitchen, multi-function room with audio visual fit-out and a lounge.

As part of its £6.5m contract, SES provided a range of (M&E) services including the installation of building management systems, heating, ventilation, CCTV and access systems as well as small power and lighting and dry risers.

Steve Joyce, Business Director North, SES Engineering Services, said: "This is the latest project in a growing line of student accommodation developments we have been involved with, and with each one we learn something new to take to the next scheme. The Hull student accommodation project really benefited from our offsite capabilities, which was crucial in meeting the client's need for a quick turnaround.

"Additionally, the project provided us with an opportunity to further strengthen our working relationship with Sewell Construction."

(LM)