John Radcliffe – Level 5

Marcon Construction was appointed to deliver a comprehensive design and build refurbishment of Level 5 at the John Radcliffe Hospital, enhancing critical care capacity during the COVID-19 pandemic. The project encompassed the transformation of multiple wards to meet evolving healthcare needs.

Scope of Works

• Ward 5C/D: Refurbished to house a specialist Respiratory Unit, comprising:
  • 22 en-suite side rooms
  • 2 specialist respiratory beds
  • 6 beds for patients transferred from High Dependency Units
  • 2 beds specifically designed for patients with cystic fibrosis

• Ward 5E/F: Redeveloped as an Acute Medical Short Stay Ward, providing:
  • 24 additional beds across open bays and private rooms
  • A bright, spacious, and modern clinical environment

Key Features

• Increased side-room capacity to support infection control
• Bespoke rooms designed in line with bariatric care best practices
• Integrated en-suite bathrooms to enhance patient privacy
• Installation of monitoring systems linked to electronic patient records
• New ventilation systems throughout the entire ward

Project Delivery

The refurbishment was executed under a design and build contract, allowing for streamlined coordination and efficient delivery. Marcon Construction collaborated closely with Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust to ensure the project met all clinical requirements and was completed within the 40-week programme.

Staff Testimonials

“We’re delighted with our new ward. It is spacious, light, and open, and is not only a great environment for our patients to stay in, but also for our staff to work in.”
— Kathy Francis, Ward Manager, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

“This is a fantastic new development for both patients and staff at our Trust. Patients and staff are already seeing the benefits of their fresh, modern, customised new ward.”
— Sara Randall, Chief Operating Officer, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust