Business Details
Your Trusted Construction Consultancy Partner in London
Daniel Connal Partnership is a distinguished construction consultancy with decades of expertise in delivering high-quality projects across the UK. Our multidisciplinary team specialises in building surveying, project management, health and safety compliance, and expert witness services, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that prioritise efficiency, risk reduction, and value optimisation. With a proven track record in sectors including commercial, education, health, and residential, we combine technical excellence with a client-centric ethos to meet evolving industry demands.Our commitment to innovation and adherence to rigorous standards has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in the construction sector. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term relationships through transparency, accountability, and a dedication to exceeding client expectations at every project stage.
Services
Project Management
Building Surveying
Health & Safety
Expert Witness
Quantity Surveying
CDM 2015 Compliance
Fire Risk Assessments
Contract Administration
Feasibility Studies
Dilapidations
Highlights and features
- Award-winning multi-disciplinary construction consultancy with nationwide reach
- Experienced team with decades of expertise in construction and project management
- Tailored solutions ensuring projects delivered on time, on budget, and to exceptional standards
- Comprehensive compliance support including CDM 2015 and fire risk assessments
- Client-centric approach prioritising transparency, accountability, and long-term partnerships
What people say
Outstanding knowledge
Exceptional work
Professional team
Value for money
Client-focused approach
Services
Project Management
Our project management services ensure seamless execution from concept to completion. We specialise in feasibility studies, contract administration, and employer's agent roles, leveraging proactive risk mitigation to deliver projects on time and within budget. With cross-sector expertise spanning commercial, education, and healthcare developments, we provide tailored oversight that aligns with client objectives while maintaining strict compliance with regulatory standards.
Health & Safety
We offer comprehensive health and safety solutions including CDM 2015 coordination, fire risk assessments, and retained consultant services. Our team ensures legal compliance through principal designer appointments, construction phase planning, and on-site audits. With decades of experience managing projects valued up to 10m, we implement robust safety frameworks that protect workers, clients, and end-users throughout the project lifecycle.
Expert Witness
Our RICS-registered expert witnesses provide impartial testimony in construction-related disputes. With specialists in quantity surveying, building defects, and contract administration, we deliver court-compliant reports and evidence for adjudication, mediation, and litigation. Our team's extensive experience in party wall matters and construction claims ensures credible, technically sound support for legal proceedings.
Building Surveying
We provide dilapidations assessments, access audits, and building defect analysis across residential and commercial properties. Our surveyors deliver condition reports, reinstatement cost assessments, and party wall advice, combining technical expertise with practical solutions for property maintenance, refurbishment, and compliance with accessibility regulations.
Quantity Surveying
Our cost consultancy services include viability assessments, whole-life cycle costing, and contract administration. We specialise in pre-construction budgeting, tender evaluation, and financial risk mitigation, ensuring clients achieve optimal value through transparent cost control and strategic procurement advice across diverse construction projects.
People
Robert Dale
Expert Witness & Chartered Surveyor
With over 20 years' experience, Robert is a RICS-registered expert witness specialising in construction disputes. He provides impartial testimony in contractual disagreements and building defect cases, combining chartered qualifications in both quantity and building surveying.
Simon Jacklin
Expert Witness & Project Manager
Simon brings 35 years' industry experience to his role as expert witness, offering adjudication and litigation support. A chartered building surveyor, he specialises in construction disputes, providing oral and written evidence in mediation and court proceedings.
John Read
Building Surveyor & Contract Specialist
John offers expertise in building design, party wall matters, and CDM compliance. With extensive experience as both expert witness and single joint expert, he provides technical guidance on homeowner-builder disputes and construction standards.
Jonathan Dennis
Quantity Surveyor & Claims Specialist
Jonathan has over 20 years' experience in construction cost management. He acts as expert witness in procurement, contract administration, and construction claims, delivering specialist testimony for public and private sector disputes.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We work across commercial, education, health, residential, retail, social housing, and leisure sectors, delivering tailored construction solutions.
How do you ensure project deadlines are met?
Through proactive risk management, experienced project coordination, and regular stakeholder communication to maintain schedule adherence.
Are you CDM 2015 compliant?
Yes, we provide full CDM 2015 services including principal designer appointments, construction phase planning, and regulatory compliance support.
Do you offer nationwide services?
We operate UK-wide with offices in London, Colchester, and Norwich, serving clients in all regions.
What accreditations do your team hold?
Our professionals are RICS-registered and hold specialist certifications in building surveying, quantity surveying, and health & safety management.
Can you assist with fire risk assessments?
Yes, our expert team conducts comprehensive fire risk assessments to ensure regulatory compliance and occupant safety.
