Tresham College were seeking funding applications from the Skills Funding Agency for new colleges at Wellingborough, Kettering and Corby. Phil completed multiple detailed cost plans for each campus, to support the applications. Each project was value engineered to...
A cutting-edge educational facility commissioned by Birmingham City Council to meet the growing demands of the academy. This institution, specializing in catering to the educational needs of children with special needs (SEN), particularly those with autism, ...
FSL Projects Offer Not every project needs a quantity surveyor. For example, a small extension to a property would not require the services, provided a reputable contractor has been appointed and there is a formal contract in place. To ensure a reputable contractor is...
Building in Britain takes significantly more time that the rest of the developed world due to bureaucratic inefficiencies, complex regulatory hurdles and fragmented decision-making processes. Being a leader in the developed world, why is this the case? Over...
A Critical Reminder for Commercial Property Owners If you're a commercial property owner, chances are you’ve had to provide a Reinstatement Cost Assessment (RCA) at some point—typically for insurance purposes. But when was the last time you had it reviewed? In an era...
Delivering confidence, compliance, and control on capital projects Capital projects in the education sector—whether funded through CIF, SCA, or internal investment—are rarely simple. With tight timelines, complex procurement routes, multiple stakeholders, and strict...
Avoid these pitfalls to protect budgets, timelines, and outcomes Managing capital projects—whether refurbishing science labs or constructing new teaching blocks—can be a complex challenge for academies and multi-academy trusts (MATs). Funding deadlines, governance...
As the education landscape continues to evolve, Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) across the UK are facing growing pressures—not just to deliver high standards of education, but also to manage increasingly complex estate portfolios. Whether you’re expanding through school...
A practical guide for academies and trusts aiming for successful capital funding For many academies and sixth-form colleges, the Condition Improvement Fund (CIF) represents a vital opportunity to address critical building needs—whether it’s replacing old roofing,...
Turning Capital Funding into Long-Term Value As Multi-Academy Trusts (MATs) grow in size and complexity, the need for a coordinated, strategic approach to managing their estate becomes more urgent. And when it comes to accessing and maximising School Condition...