US engineering firm expands to Manchester’s Park Square

Orbit Developments completes office space letting to Jacob’s Engineering

Article posted: 23 Oct 2011

Orbit Developments has let 9,720 sq ft of office space in Cheadle, Manchester at Park Square, to US-owned engineering consultancy, Jacobs Engineering.

Following a contract win earlier this year the company will relocate part of its operations, including 70 staff, to Park Square from its North West base at Cheadle Royal Business Park.

Tony Jones, managing director of Orbit Developments, commented: "Jacobs Engineering is one of the world's largest and most diverse providers of professional technical services. After more than a decade in the region, it is a significant boost for Stockport that a company of its stature has chosen to remain in the borough by not only moving to Park Square but also expanding its operations as well."

Park Square is one of south Manchester's biggest office buildings, with one of the largest single floor plates in the region. The 133,000 sq ft office building underwent a major refurbishment to its reception area and office suites earlier this year. To date, Orbit has invested approximately £1.6 million in the six-storey office building.

Councillor Dave Goddard, leader of Stockport Council, said: "It's great news that an international company like Jacobs has chosen to expand its operations and continue to invest in Stockport. It's a testament to the excellent offer at Park Square, as well as the borough's skilled workforce and unrivalled transport links." 

Jacobs Engineering was represented by Vail Williams. DTZ and GVA acted for Orbit Developments.

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