Construction in live environments
The question we get most from NHS estate managers and project leads looking to appoint healthcare construction specialists is how can we minimise disruption to patients, staff and clinical services that need to run alongside the build.
Cornerstone Group manages hospital construction projects on operational NHS sites with phased programmes built around your clinical needs. Before any work starts, we establish infection control zones, segregating site access routes and agreed noise windows in coordination with your clinical team. We build patient safety and care continuity into the programme from day one.
Construction projects on NHS estates requires an expert understanding of what you’re dealing with on the other side of the build and a healthcare construction company that minimises this disruption at every stage.
Compliance and governance across the NHS construction framework
Healthcare construction on an NHS estate operates within a defined regulatory and governance framework. Your delivery partner needs to understand it before any work begins.
Cornerstone Group works to the Health Technical Memoranda (HTMs) and Health Building Notes (HBNs) that govern NHS healthcare infrastructure. Our compliance with the Building Safety Act 2022 and the Procurement Act 2023 is built into project management at every stage.
Working to these standards is how we protect your patients during any development, how we support your clinical teams to continue delivering services, and how we give your confidence in the project.
New build and NHS estate refurbishments
A significant proportion of NHS healthcare construction involves your existing estate. If your project requires the phased refurbishment of an acute hospital ward, an emergency department, or a community or private health facility, maintaining your services and protecting patient safety is a key challenge throughout.
At Cornerstone Group we deliver both new-build healthcare facilities and the refurbishment of occupied NHS and private hospitals throughout the UK. Our team of healthcare construction specialists manages complex construction projects across a range of procurement routes, including Crown Commercial Services frameworks, supporting NHS Trusts and healthcare clients from initial planning through to final delivery.
Modern methods of construction, including off-site manufacturing and modular approaches, allow us to manage programme timelines more efficiently, reduce costs, improve sustainability and reduce the impact of any construction on your staff and patients.
Clinical engagement and stakeholder coordination
Early engagement with stakeholders, whether it’s frontline medical staff or estate specialists, brings clinical expertise into healthcare projects at the point it can have the most influence on your programme. Before any design is finalised.
Our team works closely with your clinical staff and wider project stakeholders throughout the planning, design and construction process, ensuring the quality and safety of your healthcare environment is completed in collaboration.
In our experience this is how complex hospital and community health facilities are delivered efficiently, while protecting patient outcomes throughout.
Supporting NHS net zero targets
Your NHS trust is working toward Scope 1 net zero by 2040 and Scope 2 and 3 net zero by 2025. So every project on your estate has a measurable environmental impact.
Cornerstone Group designs and builds with the whole-life carbon footprint of healthcare buildings in mind. Our approach to sustainable construction covers the full supply chain, from material selection and off-site manufacturing through to site waste management and energy performance at handover.
Contact us to discuss your healthcare construction project
NHS estate managers and Trust capital project teams work to procurement timelines and programme constraints that leave little room for error. If you’re looking for a partner for your healthcare construction project, get in touch and talk to our team about how we might be able to help.
We support NHS Trusts and private healthcare clients at every stage, from early feasibility through to construction and handover. Whatever the challenges of your project, our team can give you the information you need to decide if we’re the right fit.
Why Choose Cornerstone Group for Your Project?
Comprehensive Expertise:
As a company with extensive experience in the industry, Cornerstone Group comprehends the distinctive prerequisites and trends that shape thriving building spaces. We remain updated with the latest consumer behaviours, market dynamics and design innovations, ensuring that our projects are at the forefront of the industry.
End-to-End Solutions:
Our team provides a comprehensive range of services for your project, starting from the initial concept and design to construction and project management. Our team of architects, interior designers, and construction professionals work together to bring your vision to life, ensuring that every aspect of your chosen space is thoughtfully planned and executed.
Brand-focused Approach:
We understand that a successful project should not only reflect but also amplify your brand identity. Therefore, we take the time to learn about your brand’s values, target audience, and business objectives. This understanding enables us to create a custom design that aligns with your customers’ needs, resonates with them, and enhances their experience.
Quality Craftsmanship and Materials:
At our company, we prioritise delivering exceptional quality in all aspects of your project. Our construction team exercises great care in selecting the finest materials and expertly crafting every detail to meet the highest standards. Our unwavering commitment to quality ensures that your space will not only be visually stunning, but also durable and will set itself apart from the competition.
Functional and Aesthetically Pleasing Designs:
At Cornerstone Group, we blend aesthetics with functionality to create spaces that are visually appealing and practical. We consider factors such as layout, placement and traffic flow, to optimise the experience and maximise potential.