With a focus on exceptional specimens and immersive displays, the Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi will take visitors on a journey to the beginning of time, narrating the evolution of the universe and the history of life on our planet.
KEY INFORMATION
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Date started: 2019
Completion date: ongoing
Client type: real estate
Main capabilities: cost and commercial management, procurement and supply chain
A spotlight on the natural world
Conceived and developed by the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) in partnership with Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, The Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi will feature some of Earth’s rarest natural history specimens. Covering an area of more than 35,000 sqm and located in Saadiyat Cultural District, the museum is set to join the global community of leading natural history museums committed to public education and scientific study.
The museum is one of a number of projects driving Saadiyat Vision 2025, which aims to grow the city’s domestic, regional and global visitor numbers and develop its tourism ecosystem.
Delivering cost control and management
We have been providing pre- and post-contract cost management services for the project since 2019. The work has included detailed cost estimation, tender evaluation, contractor and consultant billing, plus variation assessments. Ensuring the appointment of best-value suppliers and the most reputable contractors, we prepared tender documentation for 19 provisional sum packages.
Detailed regular cost reporting continues to inform project budgeting - identifying and mitigating potential cost overruns and providing transparency and accountability. We have also implemented a robust system for managing post-contract billing to ensure accuracy, transparency and timeliness.
Encouraging sustainability through awareness
The museum is designed to support the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through its commitment to public education, encouraging visitors to think about sustainability and the impact of human activities on the planet, as well as through their innovative research facility.
The facility focuses on areas including marine biology, earth sciences, zoology, palaeontology and molecular research. The research will contribute to conservation efforts and also aligns with the SDGs broader aims of fostering innovation and building sustainable communities.
Anan Hawash, Senior Manager Project Services, Miral, said:
Turner & Townsend’s diligent monitoring and attention to detail have contributed to effective cost management throughout. Your collaboration with other team members has played a significant role in managing key cost risks and the overall progress of the project.
