Business Details
Chartered Quantity Surveyors in Wellingborough
Established as a specialist practice of Chartered Quantity Surveyors, our firm brings over four decades of industry expertise to clients across the construction sector. With a career spanning 40 years, I have developed extensive technical proficiency in financial and contractual matters for diverse building types and engineering projects. My experience encompasses working directly with public and private clients, contractors, and fellow professionals, supported by a commitment to modern IT practices for efficient document management and virtual collaboration. Regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), our practice adheres to rigorous standards of integrity and competency. Recent projects highlight expertise in historic building conservation and Passivhaus construction, with a focus on cost planning, value engineering, and expert dispute resolution.We maintain a client-centric approach, offering tailored services as a sub-consultant to leading firms while retaining flexibility to take on new instructions. Our relocation to a home office environment reflects a strategic move to prioritise fee-earning activities while maintaining accessibility through in-person or online meetings. The practice actively contributes to industry standards through membership in the Surveyors Ombudsman Service, ensuring accountability and trust. With a proven track record in feasibility studies, final account reconciliations, and expert witness duties, we deliver precision-driven solutions for complex construction projects. Our commitment to continuous professional development ensures clients benefit from up-to-date methodologies and sector-specific insights.
Services
Budget Estimates
Cost Plans
Value Engineering
Option Studies
Procurement Strategy
Post Contract Quantity Surveying
Contentious Matters
Highlights and features
- 40 years of experience in quantity surveying and construction cost management
- Specialist expertise in historic building conservation and Passivhaus projects
- Regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Client-focused approach with sub-consultancy experience at leading firms
- Proven track record in expert witness and dispute resolution services
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Cost Planning
Delivering detailed cost plans for construction projects, incorporating feasibility studies and value engineering to optimise budget allocation. Our expertise spans new builds, refurbishments, and conservation projects. We ensure financial control throughout all project phases.
Value Engineering
Analysing construction projects to identify cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality or functionality. Our approach maintains structural integrity while enhancing value through innovative solutions and material selection.
Expert Witness
Providing impartial expert evidence and determination services for construction disputes. Our RICS-regulated assessments follow CPR 35 guidelines, covering contractual disagreements and valuation conflicts between stakeholders.
Passivhaus Consultancy
Specialist cost management for energy-efficient Passivhaus developments. We advise on compliance standards and material specifications while maintaining budgetary control for residential and commercial projects.
Historic Building
Offering cost consultancy for historic building adaptations and conservation projects. Our work preserves architectural integrity while implementing modern upgrades for listed properties and heritage sites.
People
Steve Leech
Chartered Quantity Surveyor
With over 40 years' experience in quantity surveying, Steve specialises in cost management for complex construction projects. His expertise includes historic building conservation, Passivhaus developments, and dispute resolution services.
Questions
What areas do you specialise in?
We focus on cost consultancy for historic building conservation, Passivhaus construction, and dispute resolution services across residential and commercial sectors.
How many years' experience do you have?
The practice has over 40 years of industry experience, with specialist expertise in quantity surveying and construction cost management.
Are you RICS accredited?
Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and follow their strict codes of conduct.
Do you handle construction disputes?
We provide expert witness services and dispute resolution for construction-related conflicts, following CPR 35 guidelines.
Can you work remotely?
Yes, we use modern IT systems for electronic document management and virtual meetings while offering in-person consultations when needed.
What geographic areas do you cover?
While based in Wellingborough, we work on projects across Northamptonshire, Oxford, London, Surrey, and the wider UK construction sector.
