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Frequently visited by Prince Charles, Royal Pavilion in Poundbury, Dorchester is a rather prestigious project located on Queen Mother Square for the Duchess of Cornwall, consisting of 20 luxury apartments with a retail area set to become a luxury spa facility. The main build is complete and A.P.E are just about to start the separate contract for the spa facility located on the ground floor. This contract will cover exactly the same disciplines under the spa’s control.

Project length from design to completion was two years in total, and A.P.E was involved from the very beginning with an initial consultation at the design stage. Industry awards recognition for A.P.E. and Royal Pavilion, Poundbury - Paul Hallaran of A.P.E. Fire and Security was recognized for his invaluable support to the site management team throughout the project, as housebuilder CG Fry & Son were announced as the winners of the first round of the prestigious NHBC Pride in the Job Awards.

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The Pride in the Job Awards has seen site managers selected from 16,000 across the UK

Recognized within the house building industry as the highest accolade a site manager can receive; the Pride in the Job Awards has seen site managers selected from 16,000 across the UK. The award represents success for the site manager and their team.

Judges assessed the project across a wide range of criteria, including consistently achieving high standards of workmanship from all trades on site, demonstrating attention to detail in every aspect of the site, having the technical expertise to resolve any issues during the building process and maintaining excellent levels of morale and motivation within the team.

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Paul Hallaran, Director for A.P.E. Fire and Security commented, “We are delighted that our efforts throughout this prestigious project have been highlighted, which is recognition to our track record of delivering quality fire and security systems as part of major construction projects.”

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