• Develop
  • Design
  • Deliver

Development Project Management

We manage projects across their full lifecycle—ensuring effective coordination from concept through to completion. Acting as a central point of control, we align stakeholders, manage risks and maintain programme and budget discipline.

Our proactive approach ensures challenges are identified early and resolved efficiently, keeping projects on track and delivering value at every stage.

Key Services

  • Project feasibility and strategic planning
  • Programme and risk management
  • Commercial management
  • Procurement strategy and tender management
  • Consultant and stakeholder coordination
  • Design management and compliance oversight
  • Construction phase delivery and project handover
Gemma and Matt on site. Dowlas Property Group
Dowlas construction planning meeting

Building Consultancy

We unlock complex or stalled projects through practical, commercially focused advice. From small refurbishments to large-scale developments, we combine technical expertise with a clear understanding of planning, heritage and regulatory requirements to deliver viable, compliant solutions.

Working closely with clients, we provide early-stage guidance that shapes project direction, reduces risk and improves long-term outcomes. Our approach balances design ambition with buildability, cost control and programme certainty.

Key Services

  • Building surveying and technical due diligence
  • Planning consultancy and heritage support
  • Design development, drawings and specifications
  • Feasibility studies and development appraisals
  • Cost planning and project viability advice
  • Contract administration and delivery oversight

Cost Consultancy

We provide robust financial oversight throughout the project lifecycle, helping clients make informed decisions and maintain control over costs. Our approach combines detailed cost planning with commercial awareness to protect project viability and maximise value.

From early-stage budgeting through to final account, we ensure transparency, accuracy and accountability across all financial aspects of a scheme.

Key Services

  • Cost planning, benchmarking and feasibility estimates
  • Budget setting and cost control
  • Cashflow forecasting and financial reporting
  • Procurement and tender evaluation
  • Contract administration and change management
  • Final account negotiation and agreement
Dowlas Office Hexagon Branding, Meeting Room

Contract Administration

We act as a trusted interface between clients, consultants and contractors—ensuring projects are delivered in accordance with contractual obligations, programme requirements and quality standards.

Our structured approach provides clear communication, strong governance and effective issue resolution, reducing risk and maintaining momentum throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Services

  • Contract administration and compliance management
  • Stakeholder and contractor coordination
  • Programme monitoring and reporting
  • Quality assurance and site inspections
  • Change control and dispute resolution
  • Project documentation and close-out

Site Promotion and Redevelopment

We unlock the potential of underutilised or complex sites by identifying opportunities, navigating planning constraints and delivering clear development strategies. Our expertise enables us to maximise land value while aligning with local planning policy and community priorities.

From initial appraisal through to planning consent and delivery, we provide a structured and commercially focused approach to site promotion and redevelopment.

Key Services

  • Site identification and development appraisals
  • Planning strategy and promotion
  • Stakeholder and local authority engagement
  • Land acquisition and disposal support
  • Viability assessments and funding alignment
  • Developer sourcing and delivery strategy
Example Project - Dowlas

Facilities Management

We support housing associations and asset owners in delivering structured, compliant and cost-effective planned maintenance programmes. Acting as a single point of coordination, we manage projects from procurement through to completion.

Our experience spans a wide range of asset improvement works—from lift installations and major building upgrades to complex infrastructure schemes such as sewerage treatment enhancements.

We ensure all works are delivered in line with statutory requirements, including building regulations, fire safety strategies, and compliance standards, while minimising disruption to residents.

Key Services

  • Planned maintenance programme delivery
  • Procurement and contractor management
  • Lift replacement and major M&E upgrades
  • Infrastructure and drainage improvements
  • Building regulations compliance
  • Fire stopping and safety strategy implementation
  • Project delivery through to completion

Funding & Bid Writing

We support organisations in securing funding and successfully delivering grant-backed projects. From identifying suitable funding streams to coordinating and preparing submissions, we provide end-to-end bid support.

We have a proven track record of helping clients access funding across a range of programmes, particularly within heritage, regeneration and community-led development.

Funding Experience Includes

  • National Lottery Heritage Fund
  • Architectural Heritage Fund
  • Community Ownership Fund
  • Towns Deal Funding
  • Brownfield Land Release Funding
  • Additional grant and foundation funding streams

Our Support Includes

  • Funding strategy and identification
  • Bid writing and submission coordination
  • Business case development
  • Stakeholder and partner alignment
  • Post-award delivery support and compliance
Develop, design, deliver

Building Consultancy Services Include:

• Employers Agent on Design and Build Contracts
• Fit out of commercial and industrial buildings
• Cost Management and Contract administration
• Building Surveying
• Building Conservation and Heritage
• New Buildings, extensions and alterations, development appraisals
• Planning consultancy and appeals
• Architecture and design, drawings, and specifications

Project Management Services Include:

• Project Feasibility Reporting
• Project & Fund Monitoring
• Quality Assurance
• Risk Analysis & Management
• Strategic Procurement Advice
• Urban Regeneration
• Construction Programmes
• Design Management
• Development Project Management or Support
• Lead Consultant / Client’s Agent/ Employer’s Agent
• Monitoring of Construction Progress / Programme Management
• Office Relocation Management
• Programme Management
• Project Execution Plans
• Brief & Feasibility documents.
• Completion & Handover Management
• Contract Administration
• Commercial Management
• Masterplanning Advice

Site Meeting

Cost Consultancy Services Include:

• Quantity Surveying
• Benchmarking & Market Testing
• Cash Flow Forecasting
• Feasibility Cost Appraisals & Cost Planning
• Contract Management
• Change Control & Reporting
• Contractor Appraisal & Selection
• Contract Advice
• Procurement Advice & Tender Preparation
• Project & Fund Monitoring
• Funding Support
• Final Account Calculation

Site Promotion and Redevelopment Services Include:

• Site appraisal
• Promotion and planning adviec.
• Land Sale negotiations
• Land purchase negotiations
• Feasibility and funding appraisals
• End user identification and introductions
• Site allocation business case support

Dowlas Stationary

Our Partners

Weston College Logo
Bridgwater and Albion RFC logo
Food Works Weston Super Mare Logo
LiveWest Logo
Beckery Island Regeneration Trust Logo
Green King Logo
Glastonbury TC Logo
Mii Space logo