Based between Manchester and Sheffield, CMS acts in an array of redevelopment and infrastructure projects and is leading on significant nuclear power projects across the country, providing commercially-focused advice on all aspects of the built environment. In the transport space, a recent highlight includes acting for the new high-speed train project HS2’s construction partner for the transformation of Euston Station and the construction of the new Birmingham Curzon Street Station, with practice head Chris Hallam leading on the matter. He jointly heads the team with dispute resolution specialist Nigel Lewis. Of counsel Chris Henshaw draws on deep experience advising public and private sector clients and funders on infrastructure and development projects, including PFI/PPP projects.
Key clients
- Landsec
- Muse Developments
Work highlights
- Advising the MEH Joint Venture (comprising Balfour Beatty, Altrad, Cavendish Nuclear, Altrad Babcock, Bilfinger and NG Bailey) on a multi-billion pound alliance contract for the new Sizewell C nuclear power station.
- Advised Lendlease on a £140m+ multi-party dispute concerning the Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital – the largest dispute to have been heard by the Technology and Construction Court in the last 15 years.