Access Consultancy
Our primary specialism (our raison d'etre) is the provision of consulting services on access to publicly accessible buildings, embracing all sectors of the business community. We cater to the private, public and non-profit sectors; in short, anywhere the general public can seek access to a service, whether paid or unpaid. Although there is no legal requirement for an access audit of a building, they are however identified in the (DDA) as good practice and become wholly recognized (by judicial third parties) when implementing the 'test of reasonableness', in the event of a claim of discrimination. The forthcoming legislation dictates that all service providers, must facilitate reasonable adjustments to 'physical barriers' likely to affect those of our society (both young and elderly) with any form of disability. However, the type of disability is not so important, as the need to cover all disabilities is the general pursuit of this legislation. Total compliance to the (DDA), is a determined goal and not a definitive position to be achieved by both employers and serviced providers.
Accessable Advice offer;
- Access Audits & Statements to substantiate the overall access strategy
- Access Briefs for developers, building contractors and end users
- Client-centric research based on a given criteria or range of criteria
- Complete design guides and appraisals for building property portfolios
- Expert monitoring of property adaptations and refurbishment projects
The above are suitably engineered to ensure optimized and cost effect solutions in full recognition of both ethical and best value deliverables.
Asset, Risk and Life Cycle Management
A technique used to establish the total cost of ownership of a specific building asset for our Client. Occupancy cost analysis and life cycle management offers a simultaneous and structured approach, which addresses all the elements of the cost used to produce an expenditure profile over the anticipated economic life span.
Construction Litigation Support (Adjudication & Dispute Consultancy)
Since 26 April 1999 the evolution of The "Woolf" Reforms to the civil justice procedures (CPR) has been in place and has led to significant changes to attitudes of senior construction industry personnel with regards the management of disputes. We provide forensic analysis and expert witness services on both building and civil engineering projects with a reputable knowledge of construction law and the adjudication process.
Development (Management) Consultancy
Monitoring of progress, quality control and financial status of projects during construction. Reporting on development costs, programs, tender and contract procedures, quality control and design economics. Provision of confidential appraisals and investigations for funding institutions, developers, building owners and contractors.
Defects Management
Management and monitoring on behalf of developers, the rectification of defects arising during defects liability periods including liaising with occupiers and contractors, receiving notifications, issuing liaising with occupiers and contractors, receiving notifications, issuing instructions and ensuring rectification of defects to the occupier's satisfaction.
Facilities Auditing
An assessment of the operational efficiency, economy and effectiveness of a building's key components. The audit examines the current owners' existing documentation, records and (other) data which information is used to compile a profile for future occupancy costs.
Health & Safety Services / Planning Supervision
A composite planning supervision service in accordance with The Construction (Design and Management Regulations) 1994 can be offered to those Clients seeking further clarity on their legal obligations as required by law, to improve industry wide safety performance.
Insolvency Surveying Services
Specialist services tailored specifically for Individuals, Banks and Insolvency Practitioners. Services include the defence of guarantee bonds; a comprehensive investigation service to assess the value of a debtor company's contract accounts and the viability of contracts and developments in progress; assignment of suitable contracts; maximum realization of book debts, contract balances, and contractual claims. This enables the appointed insolvency practitioner(s) to concentrate on the many other facets of their primary instruction(s).
Insurance Valuations (Reinstatement Cost)
Preparation of insurance valuations calculated using detailed construction cost data dealing with site clearance, temporary works and rebuilding. Valuations are linked to relevant construction cost indices for replacement or renewal purposes.
Maintenance & Property Management
Provision of a maintenance management service for the fabric of the building and the mechanical, electrical and public health installations. This comprehensive suite of services is both computerized and highly flexible with the ability to tailor each mode to the specific needs of our Clients.
Mechanical & Electrical Services - Cost Management
Provision of integrated and co-ordinated cost consultancy services and value engineering including selection of building services systems. Overall cost management of site installations, with an emphasis on the progress and quality of same.
Party Wall and Boundary Matters
Critique of development proposals with respect to boundary and party wall matters. Impartial advice offered on behalf of building or adjoining owners under statute or common law and preparation of awards and mutual agreements.
Project Planning and Programming
Provision of a real-time project planning service, deploying a range of bespoke and industry wide software packages. Services range from 'active' management to project and performance monitoring (management) which can also include training and support if required.
Research Studies / Investigations (Case Study)
Wide ranging areas of research have been undertaken and offered, including the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (provision of accessible housing and inclusive environments), detailed studies of new (modern) methods of construction, materials and products, plant utilisation, labour saving techniques, local costs (considered in a global context), and artificial intelligence. Further (trend) analyses and investigations can be undertaken for Clients including funding institutions, developers, building owners and contractors and may also include appraising particular construction / civil engineering problems and/or project performance using established KPI's (key performance indices).
Services for Contractors (Main and Subcontract)
Estimating, tender advice and document (preparation), contract documentation, construction auditing, administration of sub-contractors, post contract cost management, contract re-measurement (upon completion) and final account negotiation.
Urban Regeneration
Provision of inclusive (cost and design) strategies, delivered according to the needs of the individual environment(s), whilst recognising that a key feature of modern urban design is the inherent ability to procure well-balanced, inclusive communities, that rely on the strong social awareness and needs of definitive user groups.
The above services can be accommodated either on an individual or complete project management basis. Please feel free to select the requisite make up of professional services in full consideration of your project requirements.
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