A significant new project is underway involving JPG (Leeds) Ltd, tasked with the full civil and structural engineering work for the Dakota Hotel near Manchester Airport.
- JPG’s involvement marks the latest in a series, after having worked on Dakota’s hotels in Leeds, Manchester, and Newcastle.
- Plans for a 154-room hotel have been submitted, promising a substantial boost to Manchester’s economy once complete.
- Construction techniques involve complex reinforced concrete structures tailored to the hotel’s architectural design.
- Despite challenges, JPG employs vast expertise to ensure structural integrity and aesthetic harmony.
JPG (Leeds) Ltd, an established engineering consultancy, has been entrusted with the intricate civil and structural design for the Dakota Hotel development close to Manchester Airport. This appointment signifies JPG’s growing portfolio with Dakota Hotels, having previously undertaken projects in Leeds, Manchester, and Newcastle. Their extensive experience underscores the firm’s capability to deliver complex engineering solutions effectively.
The recent planning application outlines a 154-bedroom facility located within Manchester’s expansive 60-acre MIX development. Projected to contribute approximately £12 million annually to the local economy, this new addition underscores the region’s economic growth ambitions. The hotel’s design features a seven-storey structure, harnessing advanced engineering methods to ensure stability and aesthetic appeal.
The structural framework, devised by KPP Architects, relies on a reinforced concrete frame built atop foundations embedded into Mercia Mudstone. This innovative approach includes the use of reinforced concrete transfer beams on the first floor to optimise room layout without compromising column positioning. Such precision engineering ensures harmonious integration with the architectural vision.
Anticipated to commence later this year, the construction is scheduled for completion by late summer 2026. Meanwhile, JPG’s ongoing engagement with Dakota Hotels includes transforming a Newcastle office building into a modern 115-bedroom hotel, incorporating a steel extension deck supported by a reinforced concrete raft foundation. This project highlights JPG’s adept handling of structural challenges to repurpose existing infrastructures efficiently.
JPG’s origins trace back to 1988, proudly operating with a dedicated team of 45 professionals at their Leeds headquarters. Their commitment to innovation and precision in engineering remains evident as they tackle demanding projects within the hotel development sector, cementing their position as a leader in civil and structural consultancy.
JPG (Leeds) Ltd continues to solidify its expertise and impact within the engineering field through strategic projects like the Dakota Hotels developments.
