120 jobs on the way as speculative distribution unit completes

GMI Construction Group has completed of a new 103,947 sq ft speculative distribution unit for St Modwen in Burton.

One of the largest warehouse developments in the Midlands, St Modwen Park Burton has outline consent for 1m sq ft and is now home to the likes of Hellman Worldwide Logistics, Keylite Roof Windows, Supply Technologies and London City Bond.

The new unit could provide approximately 120 jobs once occupied, in addition to a significant number of construction jobs, which were created during the build by GMI Construction.

GMI Group managing director Andy Bruce said: “GMI is proud to have been trusted by St Modwen to deliver this important new building on time, on budget and to the highest possible standards – which is the promise we make on every project and our primary focus going forward. This project is the 4th logistics and industrial project we have been awarded and completed this year and further endorses our growing credentials in this sector”.

Rob Richardson, senior development manager at St Modwen Industrial & Logistics, said: “St Modwen Park Burton is one of our key sites and a significant asset for the business. Our third phase of development expands the scheme’s offering, allowing us to meet market demand for quality, well-located space in the region.

“Our decision to speculatively build the 103,000 sq ft unit demonstrates our confidence both in the attractiveness of the scheme and in the wider industrial and logistics market.”