Kier, a UK-based construction company, has started construction on the University of Salford’s £54m health and wellbeing building.
Scheduled for completion in October 2026, the building will offer cutting-edge facilities designed to support the university’s health-related courses and clinics.
The project, which has been designed by AHR architects, will be fully electric and low-carbon, with a focus on sustainability.
It aims to achieve BREEAM Excellent and WELL Gold standards, setting a benchmark for environmentally conscious construction.
Kier, a UK-based construction company, has started construction on the University of Salford’s £54m health and wellbeing building
The building will feature clinical-grade facilities that mirror NHS-type settings, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in spaces designed to closely resemble real-world healthcare environments.
In addition to its academic and clinical spaces, the building will include a roof garden and extensive outdoor areas, providing attractive spaces for students, staff, and the public to enjoy.
The health and wellbeing services provided will not only benefit students but will also be open to the wider Salford community.
Sarah Morton, Regional Director of Kier Construction North & Scotland, shared her enthusiasm for the project: "We are thrilled to be working with the University of Salford on such a significant project. With our extensive experience in the education, healthcare, and science and technology sectors, we are eager to deliver a cutting-edge facility that will serve students, staff, and the wider community for years to come."
The building will feature clinical-grade facilities that mirror NHS-type settings,
Vicky Halliwell, Interim Dean of the School of Health and Society at the University of Salford, expressed her excitement for the project: "Today is a significant moment for us as we stage the 'spades in the ground ceremony' for our new building, which will be highly visible on the A6. This building will be a clear symbol of the University’s commitment to educating future health and wellbeing professionals, while also enriching the lives of local residents through accessible health and wellness services.”
The new health and wellbeing building is a key component of the University’s ambitious multi-million-pound Campus Connectivity Plan, which aims to transform its research, teaching, and public spaces.
This development represents the largest redevelopment of the University’s estate to date. The project also forms part of the broader Crescent Salford masterplan, a major urban regeneration effort led by Salford City Council in partnership with the University and ECF.
The building will be housed within the School of Health and Society, the University’s largest school, with over 8,400 students currently enrolled in health-related courses.
With its innovative design, focus on sustainability, and commitment to both education and community service, the new facility promises to be a landmark development for both the University of Salford and the city of Salford.
Top image: Representatives of the University of Salford and Kier at the building site