How we deliver... - Our Process
Our approach to cost management is built on a proven methodology: understand your requirements thoroughly, deliver services proactively, and review outcomes systematically. This ensures every project receives the attention it deserves and achieves optimal value for money.
Understand
Every successful project begins with a thorough understanding of your requirements, constraints, and objectives. We take time to understand not just the technical scope, but the broader context—your priorities, risk appetite, and success criteria.
Our initial phase involves detailed review of project documentation, early engagement with the design team, and careful analysis of project-specific risks and opportunities. This allows us to develop a cost planning methodology that's tailored to your project's unique characteristics.
We establish clear lines of communication, agree reporting requirements, and set up systems that will support effective cost control throughout the project. This foundation ensures we're aligned with your expectations from day one.
Key activities
- Project scope analysis
- Risk assessment
- Cost planning strategy
- Stakeholder engagement
- Procurement route advice
- Initial budget formation
Deliver
With a clear understanding established, we deliver comprehensive cost management services throughout your project. This means proactive monitoring, regular reporting, and timely advice that keeps you informed and in control.
Whether managing pre-contract cost planning or post-contract valuations and variations, we maintain meticulous records and provide clear visibility of the project's financial status. Our monthly reports highlight key issues, forecast future costs, and flag potential risks before they become problems.
Communication is regular and purposeful. You'll receive prompt responses to queries, proactive updates on developing situations, and clear recommendations when decisions are needed. We're here to support you, not create additional work.
David is a proactive and dependable cost manager with excellent attention to detail and a proven ability to hit challenging timescales.
Review
As projects reach completion, systematic review ensures nothing is overlooked and all financial obligations are properly settled. We manage final account negotiations methodically, ensuring fair resolution of all outstanding matters.
Beyond settling accounts, we believe in capturing lessons learned. What went well? Where could efficiencies be improved? What cost assumptions proved accurate and which need refinement? This knowledge benefits your future projects.
Our closeout process is thorough but efficient, providing you with a record of all costs incurred, changes implemented, and final account figures. Clients then have a clear audit trail and comprehensive records for future reference.
Review activities
- Final Account Negotiation. Systematic preparation of final accounts, negotiation of outstanding matters, and agreement of final project costs with full supporting documentation.
- Value Analysis. Assessment of value achieved versus budget, identification of cost savings delivered, and analysis of variation impacts on overall project outcomes.
- Lessons Learned. Structured review of what worked well and what could improve, capturing insights that can enhance efficiency and accuracy on future projects.
- Documentation. Complete handover of all cost records, correspondence, agreements, and reports, ensuring you have comprehensive documentation for audit and future reference.
Our principles - Excellence through integrity and precision
Our professional values underpin everything we do. From the first client conversation to final account closeout, these principles guide our approach and ensure consistently high-quality service.
- Methodical. Every task is approached systematically. We plan thoroughly, execute carefully, and review comprehensively—ensuring nothing is overlooked and all work meets the highest professional standards.
- Transparent. You'll always understand how costs have been assessed, what assumptions underpin our analysis, and what risks may affect outcomes. Clear communication builds trust and supports informed decision-making.
- Proactive. We don't wait for problems to emerge. Through careful monitoring and forward planning, we identify risks early, implement preventive measures, and keep projects on track both financially and programmatically.
- Ethical. Our advice is driven by what's right for your project, not by external pressures or conflicts of interest. Integrity isn't negotiable—it's fundamental to how we operate.
- Analytical. Sound cost management requires rigorous analysis. We scrutinise data carefully, validate assumptions, and ensure our recommendations are built on solid foundations rather than rough estimates.
- Client-Focused. Your success is our success. We tailor our approach to your specific needs, maintain clear communication, and deliver services that add genuine value rather than create unnecessary complexity.
Tell us about your project
Coverage area
- New Forest
Operating throughout southern England
Based in Hampshire, UK. - Remote Projects
UK-Wide Coverage
for fully remote projects