Self-Build Project Management Lincoln — Expert Support & Guidance

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Full-cost estimation

Our comprehensive 'take off' service exceeds standard QS offerings. We assess your build approach, whether self-managed, project-managed, or contractor-led. We then source fixed costs from builders, sub-contractors, and suppliers. Our team analyses quotations, incorporating preferred options into your cost plan. We also identify necessary contingencies, providing a thorough financial overview of your project.

This process replicates main contractors' pricing methods, leveraging our 15 years of pricing experience. The resulting document serves as:

A live cost control document throughout the build

A cash flow document, highlighting potential issues early

An editable document that can be updated as changes occur

A guide structured according to mortgage drawdown stages

What else do we cover?

We provide expert guidance on budgeting, risk management, and project control, leveraging our extensive experience in the construction industry to support self-builders throughout their journey.

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Plot and building surveys

Using our reliable industry contacts, we can arrange a full range of surveys, including:

Topographical surveys and setting-out
Ground Investigation
Drainage surveys
Asbestos surveys
Ecology surveys

Project feasibility

We conduct an initial financial assessment of your proposed self-build project using professional construction company techniques. This helps you:

Understand project viability
Anticipate costs for each stage
Identify potential risks
Make informed decisions before committing to land purchase, planning permission, and design team appointments

Project management starter pack

Sub contIf you're planning to manage your own build but need help getting started, this option is for you. We produce a bespoke set of professional documents that help you control:

Material quantities
Budget and live costs
Cash-flow & VAT
Programme & Contracts
Health & Safety

Our proven process

Let us help turn your construction ideas into reality

Consultation and Feasibility

We begin by understanding your project goals and conducting a feasibility study. This includes a viability report and a detailed cost plan to ensure your project is financially sound.

Design and Planning

We collaborate with you to develop detailed designs and plans. Our team produces a Bill of Quantities (schedule of works) to outline the scope and cost of the project.

Pre-Construction Management

We manage the pre-construction phase, identifying potential risks and cost-saving opportunities. Our experience in tender appraisals and budget cost plans ensures that your project is set up for success.

Construction Management

Our team leverage their extensive experience to oversee the construction phase, ensuring quality control, adherence to health and safety legal requirements, and effective cost management. Their firsthand knowledge of large main contractor operations provides invaluable insights and advantages to our clients.

Completion and Handover

We ensure that every aspect of the project is completed to the highest standards before handing it over to you. Our goal is to make the building process smooth and stress-free, leaving you with a finished product that exceeds your expectations.

Let's talk about your project

Need expert guidance for your self-build project?