City of Lincoln Council is delivering vital new infrastructure through the construction of a major road bridge and supporting works, enabling one of the region’s most significant development opportunities.
The project, valued at £17.6 million, has been procured via the Civil Engineering & Infrastructure Framework, managed by Pagabo on behalf of QE Facilities. Scheduled to complete in 2025, it represents a critical step in unlocking long-term sustainable growth.
Enabling Strategic Connectivity
The development involves the design and construction of a new circa 35m span road bridge on Tritton Road, featuring a single lane bi-directional carriageway with sections of segregated bus lane and shared footway/cycle lanes.
The scheme also includes:
- Widening of existing carriageways to accommodate a turning lane onto the bridge
- Upgrading of existing junctions
- Diversion of existing utilities and drainage
- Installation of new foul and surface water drainage and services to serve the development
Through a compliant direct award process, GRAHAM was selected as the delivery partner. The framework’s streamlined and transparent route to market ensured value for money and governance alignment, while GRAHAM’s proven track record in large-scale infrastructure delivery, combined with our robust vetting and performance monitoring mechanisms, provided confidence in capability and compliance.
Early Milestones Delivered
A key milestone was achieved with the successful installation of two 86-tonne, 40-metre-long bridge beams, completed six weeks ahead of schedule.
The scale of this operation demanded meticulous planning, collaboration, and execution, supported by GRAHAM’s Temporary Works department, whose expertise and reassurance proved crucial for Network Rail approvals.
Conor Seldon, Construction Manager Assistant, Asset Protection Eastern, Network Rail
“Firstly, massive well done for last night. When I say this is one of my best sites I mean it, you have all done a fantastic job on this scheme and watching the bridge go in last night was fantastic to see after all the hard planning and work we have all put in!”
Works remain on track to finish ahead of schedule. Originally programmed for Spring 2026, the project is now expected to complete before the end of 2025.
Social Value in Action
The project has embedded strong community engagement from the outset.
GRAHAM partnered with Green Synergy, a Lincoln-based gardening and horticulture charity, by donating surplus wooden pallets. These were repurposed into planters and sold to raise funds for the charity’s work in some of Lincolnshire’s most deprived communities.
Further engagement has included:
- Attendance at the Lincoln College Careers Expo, offering work experience, summer placements, and apprenticeships through the GRAHAM Academy
- Collaboration during Industry Week, where 18 Level 3 learners took part in an interactive traffic management session delivered with Centurion Traffic Management, a project supply chain partner
Inclusive and Sustainable Design
Delivered in collaboration with the City of Lincoln Council, Lincolnshire County Council, and Homes England, the scheme includes a new access road and a sustainable bridge structure crossing the Newark Flat Crossing to West Holmes Junction railway line.
Key design features include:
- A single skew span bridge of weathering steel girders and in-situ reinforced concrete deck
- A 6.5m wide carriageway supported by footway/cycleways (4.0m north and 3.0m south) to encourage active travel
- Sustainable drainage systems such as rain gardens, supporting biodiversity and enhancing visual quality
A Transformative Step for the Region
Kate Ellis, City of Lincoln Council
“Really excellent work – great planning, collaboration and implementation. I’m proud and delighted with you all!”
David Llewellyn, Head of Construction & Infrastructure, Pagabo
“This project represents a vital step forward in delivering the infrastructure needed to unlock one of the most significant development opportunities in the region. We’re proud to be supporting this transformative project, which not only enables strategic connectivity but also lays the groundwork for sustainable growth and long-term community benefit.”
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