Work started last week on a £12m 258-bed block on behalf of S.Harrison Developments for York St John University.

Miller has also bagged a multi-million 120-bed extension to Jarratt Hall for the University of Birmingham.

Chris Webster, Chief Executive, Miller Construction, said: “These contracts are in line with our strategy to focus our efforts on our core markets.  We are continuing to focus on programmes of work with repeat clients, in addition to increasing our client base.

“We have delivered a number of successful student accommodation projects over the last three years, further reinforcing our skills and expertise in this market.

“The student accommodation on Carmelite Street, York, marks our fourth project for S.Harrison Developments, with whom we have built a strong and positive working relationship with.

“We are delighted to be working with them again and look forward to strengthening the partnership we already have in place, as we deliver the new student residencies for St John University.

“The University of Birmingham is a new client for us and we are looking forward to developing a long-term, strategic relationship with them.”

Work at York St John University is due to complete in June 2013.

The project at Jarratt Hall is due for completion in September 2013.