case studies
Gabalfa Primary School — New Build Education Project (Dawnus)
The Gabalfa Primary School project formed part of Cardiff Council’s 21st Century Schools Programme, delivering modern educational facilities for the local community. The scheme involved the construction of a new primary school alongside Ysgol Gymraeg Glan Ceubal on a shared campus, designed to provide high-quality learning environments while maintaining the distinct identity of each school.
The development included new teaching accommodation, nursery provision, outdoor learning areas, playing fields, and community-focused facilities. The shared design approach allowed efficient use of land and resources while supporting both English-medium and Welsh-medium education on a single site.
Delivery required coordination across multiple stakeholders, including the local authority, school leadership teams, contractors, and the wider community. Construction activities were programmed to minimise disruption and ensure safety within an active residential area.
The project formed part of a wider regional investment programme to modernise school infrastructure and support long-term educational needs. The completed facility provides a purpose-built environment with enhanced outdoor spaces, sports areas, and community integration, supporting improved educational outcomes for future generations.
This scheme demonstrates the ability to support complex public-sector construction projects involving coordination of stakeholders, programme delivery, and compliance requirements within a live urban setting.
Hillcrest — Flood Risk Mitigation Scheme
The Hillcrest area experienced significant flooding caused by a combination of intense rainfall and a partial collapse within the existing surface water drainage system. Floodwater entered residential properties and created hazardous conditions on the highway, including standing water that froze during cold weather, posing a serious safety risk to residents and road users.
A comprehensive intervention was delivered to address both the immediate risks and the underlying infrastructure failure. Works included replacement of sections of the surface water drainage system within the street, excavation to locate the collapsed pipework, installation of a new chamber to improve access and resilience, and relining of the existing drainage network to restore long-term functionality.
The project also required negotiation with landowners and stakeholders to secure a partial parcel of land for future maintenance access, including preparation of Heads of Terms and associated legal processes. Contractor procurement, programme coordination, and site activities were managed to ensure safe delivery within a live residential environment. Statutory procedures included the preparation of land notices and applications for partial road closure and traffic management.
The completed scheme significantly reduced flood risk to properties, improved highway safety, and provided a sustainable long-term solution supported by formal maintenance arrangements. The project demonstrates the ability to coordinate complex technical works, regulatory requirements, and stakeholder interests to deliver effective outcomes from initial problem identification through to completion.
Property Acquisition & Regeneration Support
Prior to the formation of MAC Project Delivery Ltd, extensive property work was undertaken through P.S. Property Solutions, acting as an intermediary between property owners, auction houses, estate agents, and investors. The focus was on facilitating transactions involving both distressed assets and properties with significant redevelopment potential.
Projects ranged from severely dilapidated structures — including properties with missing roofs, compromised structural integrity, or only partial external walls remaining — through to repossessions and long-vacant homes requiring full refurbishment. At the opposite end of the spectrum, work also involved high-quality period properties with substantial character, featuring original architectural details and heritage features requiring sensitive handling and appropriate redevelopment approaches. Some properties presented opportunities at very low acquisition values due to condition, with sales occasionally in the region of £15,000.
Services included assessing viability, coordinating viewings, liaising with agents and auctioneers, supporting negotiations, and assisting investors in identifying development strategies. This required practical understanding of structural risk, refurbishment complexity, planning considerations, heritage sensitivities, and cost implications associated with bringing properties back into use.
Through this work, a wide range of neglected or underutilised buildings — from severely damaged structures to characterful historic homes — were successfully transitioned into viable redevelopment projects. The experience demonstrates capability in managing complex property situations, coordinating stakeholders, and navigating the earliest stages of development where uncertainty and risk are highest.
Active Travel Monitoring
As part of a wider programme to improve sustainable transport and community safety, support was provided to the deployment of active travel monitoring infrastructure The scheme aimed to collect accurate data on pedestrian and cyclist movements to inform future investment in walking and cycling routes, safer crossings, and resilient transport infrastructure.
The project involved coordination of installation works across multiple locations, ensuring minimal visual impact while maintaining reliable performance in rural and urban settings. Solar-powered monitoring units were deployed to enable long-term operation without reliance on mains power, supporting sustainable, low-maintenance infrastructure.
Implementation required careful planning to integrate equipment into existing paths, cycle routes, and public spaces while maintaining safety and accessibility for users. Data from the system provided real-time counts and directional information, enabling evidence-based decision-making for future transport schemes.
The completed network supports ongoing monitoring of active travel uptake, helping to shape safer routes, prioritise improvements, and demonstrate the impact of investment in sustainable transport initiatives. This work highlights the ability to deliver technically informed infrastructure projects involving multiple stakeholders, public environments, and long-term operational considerations.
Residential Development (Persimmon Homes, Rhydyfelin)
A large-scale residential development comprising 84 new homes was delivered on a former school site in the Rhydyfelin area of Pontypridd. Acting as a subcontractor to Persimmon Homes, responsibility centred on the delivery of the carpentry package across the scheme, including first-fix, second-fix, and finishing works to multiple property types.
The project was undertaken within a live construction environment over an 18-month programme. A workforce of approximately 15 operatives was managed to ensure consistent productivity, quality, and compliance across the build sequence as plots progressed through construction phases.
Key responsibilities included planning and coordination of works in line with the principal contractor’s programme, maintaining health and safety standards, and delivering regular toolbox talks to ensure safe working practices. The team operated within strict site controls typical of major housebuilding projects, requiring close communication with site management, other trades, and supply chains to avoid delays and maintain build continuity.
The scheme transformed a brownfield site into a new residential community, delivering modern housing stock for the area. The successful completion of the carpentry works across all units demonstrated the ability to manage labour resources, maintain safety standards, and deliver consistent quality within a large, multi-plot development environment.