McAlpine set for £50m space and tech centre

Northumbria University has signed a pre-construction services deal with Sir Robert McAlpine to build the £50m North East Space Skills and Technology Centre in Newcastle.The NESST project involves construction of a 5 to 7 storey building, including partial re-use of the Wynne Jones building in Ellison Place to create a new facility.
McAlpine is expected to finalise a price for a full design and building contract at the end of the year.Designed by Ryder Architecture, NESST will be delivered