Therme has been working with Sir Robert McAlpine through a pre-construction services agreement and has now appointed the firm as construction manager for the £450m Therme Manchester development. Therme UK chief executive David Russell said: "We are delighted to appoint Sir Robert McAlpine to support the management of construction for Therme Manchester. Their unrivalled expertise in delivering large scale, complex projects, along with a shared commitment to excellence, community and sustainability, makes them the ideal team to bring Therme Manchester to life. Sir Robert McAlpine chief executive Neil Martin said: "It’s a privilege to be appointed to help deliver such a visionary and innovative project. Therme Manchester represents a major investment in wellbeing, sustainability, and community infrastructure, and we are excited to play a part in shaping its future."