Contractor named for major Reading commercial scheme

Lincoln MGT, a joint venture between US developer Lincoln Property Company and MGT Investment Management, has appointed Sir Robert McAlpine to build its One Station Hill project in Reading.

The scheme includes a 25,500m² speculative office building as well as a new public square and a link bridge providing level access from the train station to the town centre.

One Station Hill, designed by Gensler, will adjoin a development of 600-build-to-rent flats that are already under construction as the first phase of the overall Station Hill development.

Alex Aitchison, Director of Development at Lincoln Property Company UK, said: “As we continue apace at Station Hill, already one of the largest-ever speculative projects in the history of the Thames Valley, our announcement ensures that Reading will soon have a new, world-class welcome befitting it’s status.

“Sir Robert McAlpine brings with it over 150 years of experience delivering iconic construction projects and we are delighted to partner with them to deliver this unique, cohesive vision for the people of Reading.”

The project is due to be completed in early 2024.