Cost & Commercial Management

Cost & Commercial Management

Capitalizing on high quality benchmarking data, we create meaningful cost reference points to drive consistency and provide comprehensive cost estimates and whole life cost evaluation.

Cost Estimation

Cost estimates and cost plans set the metrics against which all future stage reports are compared and analyzed. We use our in-house cost data software to produce bespoke benchmarking reports to inform and guide the early design.

Procurement

Our detailed procurement reports ensure specific client objectives and latest market conditions are considered when recommending the best route to market and contract selection.

GPA engage early with our multitude of market contacts for input on buildability, value engineering as well as to market test and establish an optimum procurement approach.

Value Management

We recognize that value engineering should not merely be a capital cost-cutting exercise and any proposed change should focus on added value, adherence to the brief, sustainability, and whole life costing.

Our approach ensures the design team are fully aware of the various cost/value drivers/tensions so the optimum design can be progressed. We also lead value management workshops to ensure that a best value focus is maintained.

Dispute Management

GPA will always attempt to find a resolution to any disputes through negotiation between any conflicting parties. Where this is not possible, we understand contract mediation, adjudication and arbitration clauses may be required.

We apply the RICS code of ethics when entering a conflict to ensure we treat others with respect and act with integrity.