Services
Providing specialist construction cost, procurement & management services throughout the UK.
Complete Solutions
The quality of our services demonstrates our commitment, efficiency, and professionalism.
This attitude and our personable culture have earned us a reputation for providing reliable, first-class services within the construction industry, enabling us to provide complete solutions to our client's requirements.
We're Prefered Suppliers
We have developed a loyal client base, working alongside NHS trusts, financial institutions, local authorities, housing associations, blue chip companies, charitable organisations and specialist developers.
Our project management service provides a single point of contact for our clients and encourages a collaborative approach to delivering their projects. We emphasise clear and effective communication with clients, design team members and contractors so that all parties involved with the project are working towards common goals.
Project management services cover the overall planning, coordination, control, reporting and monitoring of all aspects of the project, including:
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Establishing the project brief with the client
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Procurement of consultants and contractors
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Design programming and coordination
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Statutory approval management
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Constructing programme coordination and monitoring
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Coordination of financial and legal processes
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Change and approval management
Project management services are provided from the inception stage through completion and beyond, ensuring that end users have a point of contact for any issues during the moving-in and defects period. Our project managers have a broad range of experience across many sectors and bring professional and contracting expertise. This experience enables us to provide a reasoned and practical approach to any situation. By using industry-standard software, we can prepare, monitor and update all necessary programmes, including:
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Project master programme
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Pre-construction design and procurement programmes
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Construction phase programme
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Phasing programmes
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Completion programmes
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Cost Planning & Life Cycle Costing
We offer comprehensive cost-planning services from inception to completion. Our estimates and reports are standardised to enable ease of use and to establish a clear audit trail throughout the project. Cost plans are issued regularly throughout a project to allow our clients to make critical decisions and monitor the budget at all stages.
We assess cost plans regarding the whole life cycle and capital costs. We maintain an in-house database of costs, which is supplemented by the BICS online system and the experience and expertise of our surveyors.
Pre-Construction Services
Pre-construction advice can have the most significant impact on the outcome of a project. We can offer sound, reasoned advice at all stages of this period, including:
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Procurement strategy
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Contractual advice, including forms of contract and contract amendments, insurance requirements, professional appointments and warranties
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Development appraisals and cashflow forecast
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Site option appraisals
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Budget control and monitoring
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Drafting and negotiations of bespoke contracts or contract amendments to standard forms
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Advice and drafting forms of appointment for consultants, including insurance, collateral warranties and novation agreements.
Post Contract Services
After the contract is completed, we can carry out the following:
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Preparation and agreement of interim valuations
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Change control and monitoring
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Preparation and agreement of final accounts
Risk Management
Risk management is essential to any service we offer and underlines our strategy when preparing budgets, reports and programmes.
We establish a risk register which is monitored and updated throughout the project. All significant risks are identified and rated to provide a management tool which enables the client to assess and minimise risk.
Quantity Surveying
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Preparation of tender documentation
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Production of Full Bill of Quantities to SMM 7 or NRM
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Management of the tender process
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Complete tender analysis and recommendations
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Quadrant can provide technical experience and support to any organisation with a financial interest in any development. Our Project Monitoring Service provides a professional, thorough and detailed assessment and monitoring of all risks associated with any potential building development.
Before the Commencement of Construction Works on the Site:
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Ascertain client objectives, including timescale and any financial limits
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Examine and comment upon the contract documentation, building agreement and the proposed consultant’s appointments
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Examine and comment upon all consents related to the projects
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Examine and comment upon all plans, specifications, bill of quantities, construction programmes and estimates of construction costs produced for the project.
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Throughout the project, consult with the developer’s consultants on any specific area of concern regarding the proposed design, specification, materials, programme of estimates of construction cost
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Comment upon any reports provided in respect of site surveys and environmental matters
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Examine and comment upon the proposed building contract. Advise the banks concerning the list of proposed tenderers, the tender process itself and the suitability of the selected tenderer
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Provide a full written report at the end of the design period or such earlier time as agreed
Work in Progress
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Attend and report on-site meetings
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Prepare a regular report covering, amongst other things: compliance, budget, programme, quality and performance of contractor and design team
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Change management control
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Examine and comment upon any test and commissioning process
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Defects management
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Pre-handover compliance inspections
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Advise on the validity of request for stage payments from the borrower
Post Completion
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Confirm in writing that all snagging items have been satisfactorily completed
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Review all O&M manuals and health and safety files
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Examine and comment upon the proposed final account
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Advise the client with regards to any proposed fitting-out works to be conducted by tenants
GP/Tenant Monitoring Services
Quadrant Surveying Ltd can provide development monitoring for New Primary Care Buildings on behalf of a GP Practice should the practice be a tenant of a newly built or refurbished Medical Centre.
Service provided:
Pre-contract responsibilities
Development of Design / Brief:
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Work with End Users to fine-tune the development plan and specification for construction and fitting out of the accommodation.
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Agree on the extent of the works to the main structure with the Developer/Clients Agent (if applicable).
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Review development appraisal prepared by the appointed or bidding developer and prepare a report and recommendations (if applicable).
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Meet with End Users to establish project parameters and priorities.
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Provide technical support in developing the final specifications and plans.
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Aid in the completion of End User Room Data Sheets.
Technical Specifications:
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Ensure the design incorporates guidelines from the Valuation Office, Health Technical Memorandum, Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, Secure by Design, Planning Requirements, DDA Legislation, BREEAM, Care Quality Commission, NHS Guidelines, and Infection Control.
Value for Money:
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Ensure value for money through the design process for the End User/NHS.
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Be involved in final discussions and agreements with the Developer/Trust/DV regarding final rental values and associated construction costs.
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Advise on the agreement of cost analysis and prepare a value-for-money report, if applicable.
Agreement to Lease Documents:
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Aid, in conjunction with the End User's appointed legal team, and advise on the programme for legal appointment and completion of lease documents, FRI/TRI Lease, schedule of demise areas and percentages, format, heads of terms, subleases, assignment of lease, and net area measurement.
Integral/Partnerships:
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Aid in the integration of End User requirements and future operational needs, consulting and treatment room planning, IT/computer installation, and telephony.
Projected Life Cycle Costings:
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Review proposed life cycle costs and running costs of the building.
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Meet with End Users to establish project parameters and priorities for maintenance, life cycle, and projected running costs, responsibility for the main lease, building ownership/capital/running cost payments, and building maintenance agreements.
Post-contract responsibilities
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Monitor Compliance with Technical specifications during construction.
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Review and agree on variation orders and capital costs.
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Complete End-user post-contract fit-out programme.
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Aid in the Procurement Schedule during construction.
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Assist in the approval of Mechanical & Electrical Fit-out.
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Aid in the approval of fit-out samples and specifications.
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Monitor site/fit-out works.
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Review operational and maintenance procedures.
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Make regular site visits to inspect progress and quality of work.
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Establish and maintain records, including progress reports and inspections.
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Inspect works on practical completion and ensure defects are rectified.
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Advise on the readiness of the building for final handover.
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A property reinstatement valuation assesses and measures the cost of premises in the event of total destruction and is typically the requirement of your building’s insurance.
Many properties have never had an accurate and professional assessment of the costs of a complete rebuild, either on an existing or new build property. Usually, owners or traditional insurance brokers provide guesstimates only at the cost of reinstatement. In the event of an insurance claim, the underwriter will ask for a reinstatement valuation. If your property is undervalued, the total value of any insurance claim may not be realised.
With a wealth of experience in all sectors of industry and construction costs, Quadrant can prepare building reinstatement valuations that include healthcare, commercial and industrial properties.
As an RICS-approved practice, all fire reinstatement valuations are completed in accordance with the RICS guidelines.
Quadrant use various data to establish the reinstatement valuations. Site surveys are completed, and costings are based upon BCIS information, a recognised published building cost information. Valuations can be undertaken on a one-off basis or annually reviewed where required.
Before you obtain a quotation, this type of valuation could save you money on your insurance premiums by accurately determining the value of your property.
Quadrant can advise and assist in any project administration required to complete repairs, including negotiating, coordinating, and liaising with the appointed insurance loss adjusters.
Quadrant can provide a full range of services for the developer:
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Site acquisition and site analysis
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Feasibility studies both in terms of site requirements and affordability
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Development cost appraisals
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Funding and finance assessments and monitoring
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Planning
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Development due diligence reports
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Professional design team appointment and procurement
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Full project management
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Full project co-ordination
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Development programming
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Development risk assessments
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Quadrant can provide full Contract Management services including:
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Employers Agent
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Contract Administrator
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NEC Project Manager
Utilising either Sypro or Fast Draft Contract Management software, we fully manage the Contract requirements ensuring compliance, auditability and governance throughout the Project.
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We offer expert advice in the field of contractual disputes, including:
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Advising on contractual rights and remedies
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Delay and disruption cost analysis
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Checking the validity of extension of time and loss and expense claims
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Preparation of contractual entitlement documentation
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Negotiation of contractual entitlement
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Adjudication, mediation, and arbitration
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Expert reports and expert witness
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Other services that Quadrant can offer include:
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Technical audits
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Receivership and insolvency
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Business acquisitions
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Funding arrangements
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QS Services for Contractors / Subcontractors including
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Estimating
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Contractual advice and dispute resolution
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Cost reporting and monitoring
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Preparation and agreement of interim valuations and final accounts
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Areas of Expertise
With our diverse portfolio of work and broad experience across various sectors and budgets, we can deliver a successful construction or building development project from the initial inception stage to completion and beyond.
Healthcare
Retail & Leisure
Residential Private & Social
Education
