Recent Projects
Goonellabah Telephone Exchange
Lismore Telephone Exchange
Gungahlin Telephone Exchange
Canberra Centre Refurbishment
Fyshwick Markets Management Building
Townhouse at Yerrabi Pond
Other Projects Completed
Goonellabah Telephone Exchange
Simon's Construction company has just completed a major Air-conditioning System Upgrade,
with building additions to the Goonellabah Telephone Exchange, one of the
busiest Telstra assets in the northern region of NSW.
The project involved building a 2 storey addition, approximately 10 metres high with a floor area of 281 M2 to the existing building. Cranes were used in the installation of the 3 new air handling units to the upper floor. As the building works progressed the Mechanical Plant was commissioned ensuring that there was no system loss to the operational exchange.
This
project was completed on time and within budget to the satisfaction of all
stakeholders. During the works staff and contractors were always mindful of
the needs of the building occupants, ensuring the comfort of the staff and
patrons of the Goonellabah Medical Centre, situated at the boundary of the
property, was not affected by our works and that Telstra's customers did not
have any outages due to our building operations. Back to top
lismore Telephone Exchange
Heritage
Facade Restoration works to improve the attractiveness of the Telstra Exchange
in Lismore's main street.
The project involved the demolition of a concrete patio and awning that was added to this distinctive building about 30 - 40 years ago and rebuilding a sandstone staircase to it's original appearance. Work was done to the Heritage Council's strict requirements and has markedly improved the streetscape. Back to top
Gungahlin Telephone Exchange
Simon's
Construction company completed the Gungahlin Telephone Exchange, Telstra's
highest priority project in Australia at the time of construction in March
2004.
Telstra Director, Ziggy Szwitowski turned the first sod on the site and Centre Constructions worked tirelessly until the ACT Chief Minister, John Stanhope opened the building in May 2004.
The fast-tracked project was constructed in what may be record time and was on a "Greenfield" site with services such as roads, sewerage, electricity and cable roll out happening simultaneously with the construction of the new building.
Our company received accolades from Local Government, Telstra Management and Transfield Services for the quality, speedy construction and cooperative approach from Orange Constructions in meeting Telstra's need. Back to top
Canberra Centre Refurbishment
Simon's Construction company worked with Bovis to complete a major refurbishment of the Canberra
Centre, the premier shopping centre in the heart of Canberra.
The project involved night work over several months to ensure operations were not disrupted during retail hours. The project manager described the work as one of the most logistically and technically difficult projects undertaken in the region for some time, with considerable challenges in relation to all aspects of the construction, particularly such issues as safety, work staging requirements, nightshift works, tight timeframes and cost constraints.
Fyshwick Markets Management Building
Designed by notorious Canberra Architect, Franc Arnold of Quantum Ideas Bureau to reflect the vibrance of the fruit and vegetable markets.
Simon's Construction company built over and renovated the existing toilet block to provide New Offices, Board Room and Facilities. Back to top
Townhouse At Yerrabi Pond
Attention
to detail in the construction of this architect designed home shows the versatility
of the construction team.
Diem Rusk-Tieu of Daryl, Jackson, Alistair, Swayn Pty Ltd designed a building that complies with the strict building codes prescribed for the property and still delivers a striking 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home that gains the attention of locals and visitors alike.
The investor was particularly impressed with the property and the attention to detail that Centre Constructions delivered and as an added bonus the property returned a cash positive result from the rental income from the day of handover. Back to top
Projects managed by Simon Thrower
prior to Centre Constructions.
Canberra City Backpackers
Conversion of the 4 storey Akuna House office block to a 5 storey hotel with commercial kitchen facilities and a basement swimming pool
Audi artamon
Project Manager during the construction of the new showroom for this pretigious building.
Alberto road townhouses
11 townhouses in the trendy Sydney suburb of Lilyfield including basement parking and tilt up construction.
waterco
Tilt up construction of the new Sydney warehouse. The project was undertaken whilst operations continued at the distribution and retail centre. Key points were the change over of electrical system and environmental precautions taken to ensure no spillage
bras n things
New warehouse at Milperra
arnotts adventure store
Exciting interactive fit out displaying a replica 1928 Ford delivery truck/coffee shop, an antique tiny teddy oven and various apparel and souvenirs.
star city casino
Foreperson on the fit out of the Steak and Seafood Restaurant, the Italian Restaurant and the 2-up Bar.
tilt up construction
Project Manager for numerous (20+) tilt-up projects.
Other Projects Completed
Canberra Centre
Fit-out of the Funny Shop.
Holy Grail
Fit out of major club in Canberra city.
Deakin Offices
Upgrade of the fire egress system.
Australian East India Co
Belconnen - shop fit out.
Fyshwick Markets
Construction of management offices.
Gungahlin
Construction of townhouses and duplex.