OCS Delivers Cutting-Edge M&E Services for University of Strathclyde’s £89m Technology and Innovation Centre

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Sector

Education

Services

Hard Services

Contract Type

Single Service

Key Criteria

Sustainability

Region

Scotland

University of Strathclyde Glasgow logo with black text and a colorful shield featuring symbols representing academia, industry, and science.
Modern, angular building with large glass windows and beige facade, located on a city street with people walking and a few cars; blue sky with clouds in the background.

Executive Summary

OCS, formerly FES FM and Support Services, played a key role in delivering the University of Strathclyde’s £89m Technology and Innovation Centre (TIC) in the heart of Glasgow. Appointed as the Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) Contractor, we provided complete design, coordination and installation services across the nine-storey, 260,000 sq ft facility.

The first centre of its kind in Europe, TIC brings together researchers, academics and industry to tackle global energy, health and advanced engineering challenges. The building anchors Scotland’s International Technology and Renewable Energy Zone, driving green innovation and economic growth.

  • A modern, spacious lobby with bright lighting, colorful seating, several people walking, and a reception desk in the background beneath large digital screens displaying information.
  • Modern office lobby with people walking and standing near a white reception desk; large digital display screens on the wall show various images and information; floor-to-ceiling windows provide natural light.
  • A modern video wall displays University of Strathclyde Technology & Innovation Centre FUTURE CITIES with various colorful images; contemporary pendant lights hang from the ceiling above.
  • A man in a suit uses a touchscreen kiosk in a modern office lobby with digital display screens on the wall and high tables with blue chairs in the background.
  • A display screen on a wall shows four images: University of Strathclyde Technology & Innovation Centre logo, a jet engine close-up, industrial equipment, and an electricity pylon with wires.
  • A row of modern digital kiosks with geometric designs and screens displaying graphics related to health and science in a bright, contemporary indoor space.

The Brief

The project aims to:

Deliver a state-of-the-art research and innovation facility.
Provide full M&E design, coordination and installation.
Support green innovation and economic growth through smart, sustainable building solutions.
Enable fast, confident decision-making with collaborative digital delivery.
Achieve high environmental standards and future-proof performance.
  • Modern lecture hall with tiered seating, mostly black chairs, green accents, and two podiums with computers and microphones at the front. The room features wooden panels and geometric ceiling lights.
  • A modern audio-visual control room with computers, mixing consoles, speakers, and various equipment on a white desk, viewed through a window into a studio space.
  • A modern conference room with rows of desks, each equipped with computer monitors, microphones, and office chairs. Two large display screens are on the front wall, and the room is brightly lit with ceiling lights.
  • A modern conference room with black chairs facing a projector screen that reads University of Strathclyde Technology & Innovation Centre. The room has a lectern, tables, a projector, and wall-mounted equipment.
  • A modern lecture hall with tiered seating, blue and black chairs, and a presenter’s desk in the foreground equipped with a computer, monitor, and document camera. The walls have wood paneling and the ceiling has geometric patterns.
  • A modern, empty lecture hall with tiered seating, wooden armrests, and two large projection screens at the front above a white lectern and equipment desk. The room has angled walls and a geometric patterned ceiling.

The Outcome

OCS delivered the Technology and Innovation Centre safely, efficiently and to a world-class standard. By combining digital design, off-site manufacturing, and close coordination across trades, we ensured programme certainty and quality outcomes. The result: a cutting-edge facility supporting global research and delivering long-term value for the University of Strathclyde and the wider community.

BEST Outcomes

  • Early design engagement and interactive 3D modelling enhanced collaboration, enabling confident and agile decision-making throughout the project.
  • Our off-site manufacturing approach improved efficiency, reduced on-site congestion and kept the project on track.
  • We embedded digital tools, lean construction principles and a phased delivery strategy to ensure a seamless, high-quality installation.
  • Proactive planning, clear communication and strong contractor relationships helped us overcome site and structural complexities to deliver on time.
  • The project was completed within the 87-week programme, achieved an EPC ‘A’ rating and supports Scotland’s renewable energy ambitions.
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    Digital coordination and weekly model updates to ensure real-time accuracy

  • An orange icon of a hand holding a globe with two leaves sprouting from the top, symbolizing environmental care or sustainability.

    EPC ‘A’ – Achieved top-tier environmental certification for efficiency

  • Off-site manufacturing – Reduced on-site risk and improved quality across M&E systems

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