Years of Expertise

We believe that there always has been and always will be a demand for independent construction procurement and cost management.

Cost Planning

Prepare and develop the preliminary Cost Plan. Monitor cost implications during detailed design stages and maintain and develop the Cost Plan throughout the precontract phase.

Cost Planning

Prepare and develop the preliminary Cost Plan. Monitor cost implications during detailed design stages and maintain and develop the Cost Plan throughout the precontract phase.

Contractor Selection

Advise on prospective tenderers for the project, prepare shortlists and, if required, recommend suitable contractors for consideration by Design Team and Client.

Procurement Advice

Advise on suitable tendering procedures and the most appropriate form of contract taking into account the Client’s priorities and the level of information available.

 

Tender and Contract Documentation

In conjunction with the Design Team prepare tender and contract documentation.

Advise on amendments to Standard Forms of Contract, incorporate Client’s standard amendments and/or draft special forms to meet particular requirements including liaising with Client’s legal advisers.

Advise on contract insurance responsibilities, requirements for Warranties and other project matters.

Tender and Report

Check tender submissions for arithmetical accuracy, levels of pricing, pricing policy, etc.

Advise on errors, omissions and qualifications in tenders and negotiate thereon.

Consider Contractors programme of work and method statement and liaise with Client.

Prepare appropriate documentation if required to adjust the tender received to an acceptable design and contract sum.

Review previous financial advice in the light of tenders received and prepare revised forecasts.

Prepare report on tenders incorporating appropriate recommendations.

Construction Cost Control and Final Account

Prepare cost reports in agreed format at monthly intervals including copies or allocations required for third parties.

Prepare recommendations for interim payments including; work executed, variations and materials on site.

Prepare and, if appropriate, negotiate the settlement of the final account.