Our Services

Feasibility studies

We assist our clients in the preparation of a feasibility study, pulling in the design team where necessary to provide a quick and reliable guide to the value of the scheme. The study will often include an outline programme based our knowledge and understanding of the project and current market conditions. We will also, if required through our cost consultancy service, feed into the outline costs.

Bid support

Where our clients are bidding for work we will provide the support and expertise that will go into their bid submission relating to project management elements.

Team selection

Often the team is assembled by our clients and we offer support in the setting out of the design responsibilities among the team, establish their appointments and advise our clients on the design teams experience and professional indemnity. On occasions where the team is not assembled, we will assist our client in the selection progress, setting out the appointment requirements, holding interviews and giving our recommendations.

Appointment documentation

We will work with our clients, their teams and their legal advisors to set out and agree consultant appointments, novation agreements and building contracts.

Programme review

We will provide clients with an outline programme to completion based on the initial information available for the project. We consider it important to look at the project as a whole and then break it back into work sections. Following this method, in our opinion, means we are always aware of the desired result.

Financial close

Working in conjunction with our client and their legal team, we provide input, advice and support getting all documentation in place to reach Financial Close. This role can encompass detailing with and informing the fund monitor; agreeing contract conditions with the legal teams and liaising with the design team on appointments and responsibilities.

Contract administration

The tasks as contract administrator will involve monitoring progress on site, monitoring design development against the employers’ requirements, chairing progress meetings and liaising with and ensure the terms and conditions our client has entered into with a fund are met.

Project handover

In conjunction with the contractor, design team, client and monitoring surveyor, manage the successful completion of the works and handover to the end user. This will involve ensuring that testing and commissioning inspections and handovers take place with the relevant people, issuing contract certificates and undertaking final inspections.

Post completion management.

We will work with our clients and the end users of the building to manage any snagging or defects that occur and impact on their use of the building. We facilitate the exchange of information between the end user and the after care team for the contractor, deal with post completion defects and once all snagging and defects raised are completed we will issue sign off certification.

Pre-acquisition surveys

This is the production of a detailed condition survey of the building for a client who intends to purchase or take a long lease out on the property. Within the survey we will note the construction and condition of the building, highlight defects and provide recommendations to our clients on the likely costs that would be associated with the repair or upkeep of the property. Our report will be there to give our clients all the information they need to make an informed decision whether to proceed with the purchase/lease of the property.

Due diligence

Where clients are looking to purchase a portfolio of properties, we offer technical due diligence services. We will undertake an inspection of the properties and review all of the relevant information provided or accessed via a data vault. We will provide our assessment of the properties and advise of any risks, along with possible remedial measures required, should our client proceed with the purchase.

Dilapidations

We act for both landlord and tenant in the assessment and negotiation of a dilapidations and wants of repair claim.

Schedule of condition

A Schedule of Condition is generally required to attach to a proposed lease or record the condition of a building or buildings prior to construction works. We do this by carrying out a site inspection and recording any defects both in written and picture format.

Reinstatement cost assessments

The assessment of the cost to reinstate a building in the event of damage or destruction if required for insurance purposes.

Access audits

This is an audit of an existing building to review how easy it is to find the building, get to it via public transport, enter, move around and function within the building, such as use the toilets and move between floors, and exit the building safely.

Defect diagnosis

As opposed to a full survey of a building, defects diagnosis is the request to look at a specific problem within the building and identify the remedy. The investigation will include a physical inspection as well as a detailed review of the construction information. This often leads to the assessment if the defect is a latent or patent defect.

Feasibility estimates and optional appraisals

We provide early cost advice and review options to ensure the best value for money is provided. With our industry contacts, we can test pricing in key areas to give reassurance and confidence in the information provided.

Procurement advice

Providing advice on the most appropriate procurement route to suit the clients requirements and type of project.

Value engineering

Assist in making key budget decisions to ensure that the project brief is met in terms of good design, selection of product and material quality whilst also achieving best value.

Preparation of tenders and management of tender process

Produce and collate tender documentation that responds to the project brief and manage the entire tender process on behalf of clients.

Contract negotiation

Negotiate cost and agree the contract sum with the contractor, ironing out the differences and managing risk.

Variations

Provide cost advice to clients during construction on required changes and manage the process with the contractor through to agreement of a firm cost for the variation.

Valuations

Undertake inspections and agree fair and reasonable valuations with the contractor in accordance with the building contract.

Cost control and reporting

Provide regular project health reports to advise on key project risks, data on forecast cost changes, and anticipated project out turn cost.

Final account negotiation

Negotiate the final account with the contractor and offer advice to Clients on contractual positions and exposure.

Dispute avoidance and resolution

Assist the client and team in avoiding disputes and resolution of contractual issues, maintain communication with all parties and offering advice drawn from years of experience of contract claims.