Harwell Science and Innovation Campus

Harwell Science & Innovation Campus – HV & LV Infrastructure Expansion

Vantage was appointed to deliver the full installation and energisation of both LV and HV electrical infrastructure as part of the expansion works at the prestigious Harwell Science and Innovation Campus.

As a fully accredited ICP for both design and construction up to 132kV, the project
demonstrated our ability to manage and deliver complex multi-stakeholder infrastructure schemes within live and fast-moving environments.

Managing Complexity Through Collaboration

The project involved numerous stakeholders, principal contractors, delivery partners, and
network representatives operating simultaneously across the campus. Maintaining programme alignment and achieving key delivery milestones required proactive coordination, clear communication, and adaptable project management throughout every phase of the works.

Our team facilitated regular on-site coordination meetings, remote progress reviews, and technical workshops to ensure all interfaces between contractors and infrastructure packages were effectively managed. Through this collaborative approach, Vantage successfully maintained programme momentum and, in several areas, accelerated delivery timelines for the end client.

Adaptable Delivery in a Live Environment

Due to the operational nature of the campus and the involvement of multiple contractors, the project required significant flexibility in delivery planning and execution. Our teams
successfully managed:

• Out-of-hours working and phased shutdowns
• Private road closures and access coordination
• Traffic management planning and implementation
• CAD-based logistical and delivery planning
• Live infrastructure interfaces and programme-critical switching activities

The project also required the careful transition from temporary generator-fed supplies onto the newly installed permanent infrastructure, ensuring continuity of power and minimal disruption to ongoing campus operations.

End-to-End Infrastructure Expertise

This project highlights Vantage’s capability to deliver large-scale, technically demanding
infrastructure schemes through a combination of engineering expertise, operational flexibility, and strong stakeholder management. From civil coordination and preliminary design support through to HV commissioning and energisation, our integrated delivery model enabled seamless execution across all stages of the project.

By combining full ICP accreditations, self-connect capability, and extensive HV/LV installation
expertise, Vantage continues to support major infrastructure developments with safe,
efficient, and future-ready electrical solutions.