Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Construction Consultants in the UK & Middle East
Baker Wilkins is an international firm of construction consultants established in London in 1955. Our core services include quantity surveying and project management, delivered across diverse sectors globally. With a strong presence in the UK and Middle East, we have operated in the Gulf region since 1972, expanding to Africa, the Caribbean, and the Far East. Our client-focused approach combines 70 years of expertise with advanced technologies like BIM and CAD measurement. We specialise in cost management, project monitoring, dispute resolution, and project rescue, ensuring financial precision from feasibility to final account.Our senior team provides tailored advice on design options, procurement, and risk management. We serve prestigious projects such as the Sheikh Isa Bin Salman Library and Waterbay Residence by Roberto Cavalli. Our commitment to protecting client budgets as if they were our own underpins every project. With offices in Reigate, Oxford, Bahrain, and Riyadh, we deliver solutions for complex international developments. Our teams extensive experience spans decades and continents, making us a trusted partner in construction consultancy.
Services
Cost Management
Project Management
Dispute Resolution
Project Monitoring
Insurance Valuations
Project Rescue
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We offer 70 years of international construction consultancy expertise.
- Our team delivers tailored cost management solutions using BIM and CAD technologies.
- We provide dispute resolution services supported by decades of industry experience.
- Our global presence spans the UK, Middle East, and emerging markets.
- We prioritise client budgets with proactive financial control and risk management.
What people say
Proactive risk management
Global project expertise
Advanced BIM/CAD integration
Tailored client advice
Experienced leadership team
Services
Cost Management
Our cost management services provide proactive financial oversight from project inception to completion. We deliver detailed cost estimates, risk assessments, and final account settlements using advanced BIM and CAD technologies. Clients benefit from tailored advice on design options and procurement strategies to protect budgets.
Project Management
We manage projects from initial brief setting to handover, coordinating design teams and contractors. Our services include governance frameworks, communication protocols, and procurement management. This ensures timely delivery aligned with client objectives across sectors like residential, commercial, and cultural developments.
Dispute Resolution
Our experts provide evidence-based solutions for construction-related disputes. We work with legal teams to resolve conflicts promptly while safeguarding client interests. Services include contract analysis, damage assessments, and negotiation support for both domestic and international projects.
Project Monitoring
We implement monitoring systems to minimise risks and ensure safe, productive construction. Regular reporting covers progress tracking, payment approvals, and cost forecasts. This enables informed decision-making to maximise client return on investment for live projects.
Project Rescue
We assess failing projects and develop recovery strategies. Our team provides independent health checks and implements corrective actions. This includes staff deployment to execute recovery plans for projects facing budget overruns, delays, or technical challenges.
People
Tim Siddons
Principal
Tim joined BWS in 1974 and led the Bahrain office before returning to the UK in 1979. He has driven the firm's growth across international markets for over 50 years, maintaining its reputation for excellence.
Marcus Siddons
Director
Marcus brings expertise in technology and construction from the UK, UAE, and Saudi Arabia. He has modernised BWS's IT and management systems, enhancing operational efficiency and supporting global expansion.
Alec Ibrahim
Projects Director KSA
Alec leads BWS's Saudi Arabia operations with experience in design, contract, and cost management across the Middle East and Europe. His leadership has secured success in complex regional projects.
Neil Baker
General Manager UK
Neil oversees UK project management and quantity surveying activities. His technical expertise supports challenging international projects, particularly in specialist cost planning and risk mitigation.
Raj Thangavel
Technical Director
Raj manages surveying teams in Bahrain and contributes to cost planning. With over 25 years at BWS, his commercial awareness and technical skills ensure high-quality delivery across Middle Eastern projects.
Questions
What services does Baker Wilkins & Smith offer?
We provide cost management, project management, dispute resolution, project monitoring, insurance valuations, and project rescue services globally.
In which regions does BWS operate?
We work across the UK, Middle East, Africa, the Caribbean, and the Far East from offices in Reigate, Bahrain, and Riyadh.
How does BWS ensure project financial control?
We use BIM/CAD technologies for precise cost estimation and monitoring, supported by 70 years of industry expertise.
Can BWS assist with international construction disputes?
Yes, our team provides evidence-based dispute resolution services, working alongside legal teams to protect client interests.
What sectors does BWS specialise in?
We work across residential, commercial, cultural, healthcare, and infrastructure sectors with tailored consultancy solutions.
