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Hyder to Advise on Lower Thames Crossing Options Summer / 14 UPCOMING EVENTS: Watch the intranet for details UK in Focus 6 August WELLBEING@HYDER YOU’RE HIRED TAKING STEPS Highways Technical Seminar 3 September Putting your health first Meet Hyder’s two new Latest update from the trainees IT Apprentices Utilities Technical Seminar Pg.2 Pg.10 9 September Pg.8 Hyder to advise on Lower Thames Crossing options The Highways team is appointed to one of the Highways Agency’s flagship projects Congratulations to the Highways team and the Hyder Halcrow JV for landing the much sought after contract to develop an alternative Lower Thames Crossing. The aim is to relieve congestion at the existing Dartford-Thurrock crossing. The remit of the HHJV will be to develop the preferred option, which will include multidisciplinary support from the transport planning, environment, ecology, structures and tunnels experts within the delivery hub. Well done to the bid team: Rehan Mian, Steve L Davies, Colin Ferguson, Ian Bell, Andrew Saunders, Ian Robinson and Laura Morris, along with CH2MHill, our HHJV partners. The story continues on page 5. Water Win A Powerful Team Celebrating Collaboration Skanska-Hyder appointed to Hyder welcomes SR3C aboard Hyder receives official certificate Welsh Water AMP6 alliance Hyder, in partnership with Skanska, has been appointed capital Last month, Hyder acquired SR3C, an independent nuclear safety Earlier this year, Hyder was awarded BS 11000 certification for delivery partner for Welsh Water in a contract estimated at business, to extend our presence in the energy and defence Collaborative Business Relationships. The BS 11000 Framework £25m for the initial five years, which could lead to a five-year sectors. The firm of 50 specialist consultants have the technical is the world’s first standard in relationship management, extension. Work will start with an Early Contractor Involvement skills in the nuclear sector that will augment our own, including and has been driven by the Institute of Collaborative Working (ECI) phase before the AMP6 delivery kicks off in April 2015. radiological support, human factors and design substantiation (ICW), an independent not-for-profit organisation established Utilities Sector Managing Director Simon Bradley said: capability. by the government to help organisations build and develop “Well done to the bid team in securing this framework. I believe effective competitive business relationships based upon that our focus on technical excellence and our experience Together, our combined expertise will enable us to advise clients a collaborative approach. in delivering water management solutions make for a powerful – across the whole life cycle of their nuclear facilities – a tangible and winning – combination.” See the full story on page 7. competitive advantage in a sector that we believe has substantial We are one of the first 50 UK companies to achieve the BS 11000 potential for growth. Read the interview on page 3. certification with BSI. See the full story on page 2. The contents of the Inside Hyder newsletter are intended for internal use only and shall not in any way be reproduced or distributed outside of Hyder Consulting (UK) Limited without written permission from the Hyder Communications Team (copyright Hyder Consulting (UK) Limited). 2 HYDER UK NEWS Wellbeing@Hyder Understanding the importance of healthy life balance Hyder UK is launching a new wellness Over the next few months, lots of interesting We are really excited about this because we are programme, called Wellbeing@Hyder, and beneficial programmes and items will be supporting our charities whilst also providing to raise awareness about the importance of introduced into offices, including weekly fruit a strong platform upon which to build a full maintaining a healthy balance between our boxes and walking initiatives. In the autumn, wellbeing campaign that will include a wider Graham Reid physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. we will be looking at introducing exercise selection of initiatives to benefit the UK machines to encourage you to stay active business. In a report published in May, the Confederation during the working day, as well as weekly NOTES FROM of British Industry (CBI) stated that there office-based yoga and Pilates classes. Once introduced, these initiatives will become is a clear correlation between a healthy and part of Hyder’s overall Wellbeing Programme THE MD’s DESK happy workforce, and an engaged and high- We want to prioritise the mental health and to educate, promote and instil a healthy performing one which fosters better wellbeing of our staff and in doing so we work/life balance to all its employees. If you The last few months have been a whirlwind relationships and produces higher quality will be launching an Employee Assistance have any questions or concerns, please email of activity – a raft of amazing business results. Programme roadshow by our EAP providers, [email protected]. wins, a new acquisition, some outstanding as well as holding financial planning seminars. people initiatives – it really makes The HR team has recently assumed me proud to see all these great things responsibility for wellbeing across Hyder In the past, Hyder UK has participated in the happening around me. UK. Their goal is to introduce a year-round Global Corporate Challenge. We’ve decided programme to focus on work-life management, to take a break this year and work with our Each sector has something to shout about. which will include a range of worthwhile charity partners (Alzheimer’s Research UK and Energy and Environment welcomed a new information and voluntary activities for all British Lung Foundation) to develop a walking team into their fold. SR3C is a fantastic staff throughout the year. initiative that every office can participate in. business and will really boost our capability and presence in the nuclear sector. Since founding the business in 2003, the team have grown to really make a mark on the sector. They’re a great addition to Hyder. Read more on page 3. Your ideas… The Rail and Highways teams are working exceptionally well with the GEC. We have in action! some great best practice tips to boost transcontinental project management Changes are being made (a clue: communication is the key!). Meet some of the members of the teams in Bangalore (they’re growing fast) on pages Following the feedback that we have received through the Employee 5 and 6. Engagement Forum and the Ideas Trees in each office, we are making changes. The Utilities sector has made a great start to Look out for the posters providing the current status of the suggestions the new financial year under the leadership you’ve made. All ideas are reviewed by the Employee Engagement Forum of Simon Bradley. The Utilities SMT are and the related actions will be shared via posters and intranet updates. doing some great things – Welsh Water is Some suggestions have already been implemented, whilst some are still the first of a number of good news wins that being considered or are awaiting approval. I’m sure are in the pipeline. Read more on page 7. The good news is, the Ideas Trees are working – you are sharing your ideas, views and opinions, and action is being taken. The teams in Support Services are growing and have been working all out to look for ways Keep your eyes peeled for more information and the posters detailing in which we can continually be improving our changes that are being made within your local office. business. Read more on page 8. The recent LEAP event was a great success. If you don’t know what I’m referring to, read more on page 3. Celebrating collaboration Finally, as your planning your summer hols, don’t miss the article on page 9 highlighting Two events marking our great achievement some of the Hyder projects you can visit around the UK. Earlier this year, a celebratory reception was held Have a great summer. in our London office to announce our BS 11000 certification, recognition that we value highly Graham and puts us ahead of the competition. Hyder Group’s Executive Board, senior staff, and clients from a host of different companies with which we regularly work collaboratively, attended the event. Graham Reid kicked off the speeches, followed by Hyder in the news Ivor Catto and a key note speech from ACE’s CEO Dr. Nelson Ogunshakin OBE. John Greiller and Fraser Raising our profile Davidson, the driving forces behind the certification, were thanked for their hard work. We’re raising our profile in the major trade publications and professional organisation journals. Check out the press cuttings books in the reception areas of our offices across the UK. If you spot any coverage in our local L-R: Graham Reid, Dr. Nelson Ogunshakin, Ivor Catto, Fraser Davidson and John Greiller papers, be sure to email Malia Brown or Bethany Gent! On May 14, the Institute of Collaborative Working held their annual House of Lords Collaborative Working Reception. Hyder CEO Ivor Catto, Hyder Group System Manager Trevor Claydon, and Utilities Technical Director Ian George, attended the event and accepted L-R: Ian George, Maureen Sumner-Smith, Ivor Catto, and Trevor Claydon the official certificate. The contents of the Inside Hyder newsletter are intended for internal use only and shall not in any way be reproduced or distributed outside of Hyder Consulting (UK) Limited without written permission from the Hyder Communications Team (copyright Hyder Consulting (UK) Limited). HYDER UK NEWS 3 SPOTLIGHT ON SR3C... An added string to our bow An interview with Gareth Davis, Associate Business Director, SR3C Gareth Davis What does SR3C stand for? operating stations and new build), and decommissioning. How have you found Hyder so far? Furthermore, we provide safety and environmental consultancy Safety Reliability Risk Radiological Consultants – you can see to the MoD, with a strong pedigree in the maritime sector.
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