Ely CDC – Princess of Wales Hospital

Marcon Construction was appointed to deliver a new 1,200m² Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) at the Princess of Wales Hospital in Ely, significantly increasing local diagnostic capacity. The facility houses cutting-edge services, including CT, MRI, X-ray, ultrasound, echocardiography, and phlebotomy.

Scope of Works

• Installation of all mechanical and electrical (M&E) systems, including AHUs, ventilation, heating, quench pipework, and domestic water services
• Construction of a new electrical substation, transformer, and switch room, with full electrical services throughout
• Full radiation protection installation to meet compliance and imaging safety standards

Marcon worked closely with GE Healthcare and Canon Medical Systems to align construction with technical equipment requirements, delivering the facility on time and within budget.

Project Challenges

A key challenge was delivering the CDC directly beneath live day theatres operating at 96% capacity, six days a week. This required:

• Stringent noise and vibration controls
• Careful planning and scheduling of intrusive works
• Constant coordination with the hospital estates and clinical teams to avoid disruption

Despite the complexity, the project was delivered to a high standard and now plays a vital role in improving diagnostic access and reducing wait times for the local community.

Client Testimonial

“Marcon Construction approached the project with a high level of professionalism and adaptability. Working directly below functioning day theatres was no small task, yet their team delivered the new CDC with minimal disruption and clear communication throughout. The facility is now a key diagnostic hub for the region, and the quality of the build has been excellent.”

— Richard Dickson, Project Director, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust