Estates Services News

Photo taken from across a road of the exterior of Trajan House

University leases Trajan House for occupation by Future of Humanity Institute and Global Priorities Institute

The University has taken a lease of Trajan House on Mill Street in Osney, alongside the Centre for Effective Altruism...

The University has taken a lease of Trajan House on Mill Street in Osney, alongside the Centre for Effective Altruism (CEA).

21 October 2020

Photo of 6 people in high-vis jackets, helmets and face masks in the Biochemistry building

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Major milestone in Biochemistry completion

The completion of the Biochemistry building reached a symbolic milestone in early October, with the unification...

The completion of the Biochemistry building reached a symbolic milestone in early October, with the unification of the building’s two phases.

20 October 2020

CAPITAL PROJECTS UPDATE

Roundup of major projects

Details of the major building projects that the Capital Projects team within Estates Services have recently completed,...

Details of the major building projects that the Capital Projects team within Estates Services have recently completed, are currently managing or that are in the planning stages.

20 August 2020

Aerial photo of the IDRM building while in construction.

IDRM construction progresses well

Work continues at the Institute for Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) at Old Road Campus; at present...

Work continues at the Institute for Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) at Old Road Campus; at present the building's framework is being built, and procurement is underway...

Work continues at the Institute for Developmental and Regenerative Medicine (IDRM) at Old Road Campus; at present the building's framework is being built, and procurement is underway on its external facade...

18 August 2020

first
previous
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
next
last

Photo of Alice Little standing in a woodland surrounded by autumn leaves

MEET THE WRITER

New Wytham Writer in Residence appointed

The Wytham Woods team are delighted to announce the next holder of their Woodland Words writing residency - Alice...

The Wytham Woods team are delighted to announce the next holder of their Woodland Words writing residency - Alice Little.

8 December 2020

Photo of ash trees in canopy of Wytham Woods, taken from ground level.

FIND OUT MORE

Youth Educator in Residence joins Wytham Woods

The Wytham Woods team have appointed Kim Polgreen as their Youth Educator in Residence.

19 August 2020

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
…
next
last

New security control room at Old Road Campus

The Security Services team are set to open a new control room at Old Road Campus, after recently taking ownership...

The Security Services team are set to open a new control room at Old Road Campus, after recently taking ownership of space in the newly-completed Innovation Building.

26 October 2018

University’s emergency procedures perform well in exercise

Over summer 2018, Security Services took part in a major exercise to test its ability to respond to a major simulated...

Over summer 2018, Security Services took part in a major exercise to test its ability to respond to a major simulated crisis.

18 October 2018

first
previous
1
2
3
4
5
6
7

BOOK NOW

Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Estates Services has organised training for members of Project Boards in 2021.

7 December 2020

Photo of a bunch of bananas with Fairtrade sticker

READ ABOUT THE AWARD

Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College Award

The University has again received the Fairtrade University and College Award, following a student-led audit.

18 June 2020

1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
…
next
last

Image of plastic goggles, face mask and asbestos

New preferred asbestos consultancies appointed

Two new suppliers of asbestos consultancy services have been named – Environmental Essentials and Lucion Ser...

Two new suppliers of asbestos consultancy services have been named – Environmental Essentials and Lucion Services.

14 February 2020

Photo of a building in the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter with the fulling working Triton fountain in the foreground

ROQ fountain restored

The Triton fountain in the courtyard at the Woodstock Road entrance to the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter has been...

The Triton fountain in the courtyard at the Woodstock Road entrance to the Radcliffe Observatory Quarter has been fully renovated.

14 February 2020

first
previous
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
…
next
last

FM team restructured

The Strategic Facilities Management team has been restructured into four business units.

5 July 2019

42 Park End Street after sociology moved in

42 Park End Street now in operation

The Department of Sociology has now moved into its new premises at 42 Park End Street following the completion...

The Department of Sociology has now moved into its new premises at 42 Park End Street following the completion of the project to refurbish the former nightclub.

2 July 2019

Photo of various electric vans parked together

E-fleet event promotes electric vehicles

In mid-June the Environmental Sustainability and Estates Communications teams organised a briefing event about...

In mid-June the Environmental Sustainability and Estates Communications teams organised a briefing event about how electric vehicles can help the University prepare for the introduction...

In mid-June the Environmental Sustainability and Estates Communications teams organised a briefing event about how electric vehicles can help the University prepare for the introduction of the Zero Emission Zone...

2 July 2019

New ultra-efficient freezers slash emissions

The Environmental Sustainability team have funded the replacement of the most inefficient ultra-low temperature...

The Environmental Sustainability team have funded the replacement of the most inefficient ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers in labs all over the University with highly efficient...

The Environmental Sustainability team have funded the replacement of the most inefficient ultra-low temperature (ULT) freezers in labs all over the University with highly efficient new models.

6 June 2019

first
previous
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
next
last

Estates Services News

Buildings & Space

University leases Trajan House for occupation by Future of Humanity Institute and Global Priorities Institute

Major milestone in Biochemistry completion

Roundup of major projects

IDRM construction progresses well

People & Partnerships

New Wytham Writer in Residence appointed

Youth Educator in Residence joins Wytham Woods

Security

New security control room at Old Road Campus

University’s emergency procedures perform well in exercise

Events & Achievements

Project Board training dates for 2021 released

Oxford University awarded in nationwide Fairtrade University and College Award

Repairs & Maintenance

New preferred asbestos consultancies appointed

ROQ fountain restored

Facilities & Services

FM team restructured

42 Park End Street now in operation

E-fleet event promotes electric vehicles

New ultra-efficient freezers slash emissions

CONTACT US

QUICK LINKS

RELATED WEBSITES

ACROSS THE UNIVERSITY