Having been transferred from the Hampton Water Works project, I had expected to start work on the new Young Offenders units project at Huntercombe between Henley and Wallingford, Oxfordshire. However due to riots in the prison at Strangeways the budget money was used for this and my project was delayed. As a result I was given this small project to be Contractor QS.
At this time (mid 1980's) the United States had a base at RAF Greenham Common where cruise missiles were stored. As a result there were often protests at the gate and there could be chemical warfare exercises within the base too.
The government feared that there would be riots at such places and police equipment stores were built to provide storage for riot gear etc. These constructions were basically small warehouse units.
The government feared that there would be riots at such places and police equipment stores were built to provide storage for riot gear etc. These constructions were basically small warehouse units.
As a quantity surveyor for the Contractor there were few subcontracts to be placed and administered. However, the paperwork for the Ministry of Defence was quite extensive and all subcontractors had to be vetted. Also the tender packs had considerable literature with regards to secrecy and security.
The Site Manager was young and he also required some assistance with his role and advice from me too.
The Site Manager was young and he also required some assistance with his role and advice from me too.
