Our expertise spans the full lifecycle of projects from inception, delivery, through to final handover of a complete project.
We have an unparalleled track record when it comes to managing the costs of construction projects within the real estate and infrastructure sectors.
Our core QS services include:
Initial budget estimating to assess the feasibility of design proposals.
Comparative cost advice on alternative designs, materials, systems and methods.
Detailed cost planning and monitoring to ensure that designs are developed within the approved budget.
Value engineering of design options to maximize value for money.
Advice on appropriate contract packaging, tendering procedures and procurement options.
Management of the selected procurement route.
Tender documentation and management to select a suitable contractor.
Financial post contract management including progress payment valuations, regular reporting on forecast of expenditure and final cost, and agreement of the final account.
Our cost research team collates up-to-date knowledge and information to form an unrivalled database of market intelligence. We then use this to advise tenants, occupiers building owners and other stake holders on a number of important areas including but not limited to:.
Elemental cost of fit-out works.
Cost analysis of functional areas.
Comparative cost advice on alternative materials, systems and methods.