Project Overview:
Lea Hough Chartered Surveyors were appointed by Blackburn Chemicals Limited to act as Employer’s Agent and Project Manager for the delivery of a new factory facility at their site in Blackburn. The project was undertaken on a Design and Build basis and represented a significant self-funded investment to support the company’s continued growth.
The new factory will allow Blackburn Chemicals, a family-run business established over 50 years ago, to significantly increase its production capabilities, particularly in the manufacture of power defoamers used across the construction, food, and paint industries.
Our Role:
Lea Hough’s involvement included:
- Acting as Employer’s Agent throughout the Design and Build contract.
- Managing all client-side meetings and communications with contractors.
- Overseeing interim valuations and monitoring development progress.
- Managing and agreeing variations and final accounts.
- Acting as Principal Designer to ensure compliance with the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015 (CDM Regulations).
- Overseeing the specialist fit-out of mezzanine floors and new office spaces.
Outcome:
The project was completed successfully, with the new factory officially unveiled in April 2025. The expansion delivers a six-fold increase in production capacity for Blackburn Chemicals and provides new operational space that supports future growth.
Key Features:
- New production facility expansion
- Design and Build contract delivery
- Specialist mezzanine and office fit-out
- CDM compliance and health and safety management
Lea Hough are pleased to have supported Blackburn Chemicals on this significant project and to support the future growth of this well-established local business.
