The Smith project team celebrate steel frame completion

A major milestone has been reached at The Smith, 7 Millbank, project in London, with the successful installation of the final steel beam for the building’s structural frame.

A spokesperson for steelwork contractor William Hare, said: “Despite stringent noise constraints and operational restrictions, due to our close proximity to neighbours that include the Houses of Parliament and Westminster Cathedral, our teams have expertly delivered a precise and efficient build.

“The high-performance steel frame that is now in place will form the backbone of the building’s future use.”
Working on behalf of main contractor Skanska, William Hare fabricated, supplied and erected 1,600t of steelwork to create the nine-storey office building.

Aiming to achieve a BREEAM ‘Outstanding’ rating, two of The Smith’s main elevations will be clad with reinstated Portland stone, from the site’s previous building.