Scaffolding has been removed from the new Bradford College Junction Mills building on Thornton Road, revealing the modern structure ahead of its official opening this September. The four-storey facility is set to become a hub for low-carbon skills, offering training in electric and hybrid vehicle technology, digital engineering, and advanced manufacturing.
The £17.8 million project was funded by the Department for Education’s Further Education Capital Transformation Fund, with an additional £ 1.5 million contribution from the college. Once operational, the building will accommodate up to 650 students, providing them with access to industry-standard equipment designed to prepare them for careers in fast-moving technological sectors.
The construction, managed by Morgan Sindall Construction, has achieved significant environmental milestones. Junction Mills was the only new-build project in Yorkshire to receive a platinum certification for carbon savings, reducing emissions by 473 tonnes during design and construction. This was achieved through measures such as using electric arc furnace steel for the structural frame.
Pamela Sheldon said: “It’s fantastic to see our new building revealed as we move one step closer to opening this amazing new facility. Junction Mills represents a significant leap in how we equip young people with the skills needed for a low-carbon economy, and it is fitting that a building dedicated to low-carbon skills should be constructed with sustainability at its core.”
Ben Hall said: “Working closely with Bradford College, we’ve been able to deliver our Intelligent Solutions to create genuine carbon savings across the lifespan of Junction Mills, while also creating a space that serves its students and staff well. This is a significant project for the college and for West Yorkshire more broadly. It’s where the next generation of skilled workers will train, and that matters.”
The building is a central part of a wider £32 million estates strategy at Bradford College, which includes the recently opened Garden Mills facility and new T Level training spaces. Morgan Sindall is expected to complete all on-site work by the end of June.
