Relocation Services for Queen Mary University London

Queen Mary University London, a prestigious member of the Russell Group, is dedicated to delivering the highest quality research and providing an outstanding teaching and learning experience. The university serves over 33,000 students and employs approximately 5,400 staff members.

Project Scope

Bishop’s Move was awarded the contract in 2022 to manage the relocation of the Institute of Health Sciences and various other supporting departments. The project involved moving 180 staff members and a specimen collection to temporary accommodation, later returning them after the completion of building refurbishment and upgrades. Additionally, the Student Union and two IT suites at the Mile End campus were relocated to refurbished spaces. All vacated spaces were cleared, and furniture from the teaching space was stored at the Thurrock warehouse, then reinstalled upon completion of the refurbishment.

Client's Requirements

• Relocate all staff and clear all spaces for construction
• Return and reintegrate staff into the new space along with other new departments
• Provide the following services:
  
  
  • Project Management / Move Management
  • IT Decommission / Recommission Services
  • Furniture dismantling & Reassembly
  • Churn & porterage Support
  • Building clearances and certified recycling
  • Specimen collection relocations
  • Office relocation
  • Crate Hire
  • Off-site Managed storage
  • Confidential waste destruction/certification

Phases and Timeline

• The project was executed in 7 phases over 12 months.
• Ensured zero disruption to staff and students.
• No delays were experienced in the re-installation of materials, allowing teaching to commence as scheduled in the summer term of 2023.

Key Achievements

• Successfully managed a multi-stage relocation process, ensuring minimal disruption to university operations.
• Efficiently handled the IT decommissioning and recommissioning, ensuring seamless continuity of services.
• Managed the delicate task of relocating specimen collections with precision and care.
• Provided comprehensive move management and project management services, ensuring timely and organised relocations.

Conclusion

Bishop’s Move demonstrated expertise and efficiency in managing the complex relocation needs of Queen Mary University London. Through meticulous planning, effective project management, and a commitment to minimising disruption, Bishop’s Move successfully executed a multi-phase relocation, thereby ensuring a smooth transition into refurbished spaces and uninterrupted academic activities.

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Why Choose Bishop’s Move?

• Expert Project Management: Our experienced team ensures your move is executed seamlessly.
• Customised Solutions: We provide bespoke services to cater to your unique requirements.
• Minimal Disruption: We plan meticulously to ensure minimal disruption to your operations.