Project Management & Contract Administration
From conception to completion
We are highly experienced lead consultants across all stages of the construction process. Whether repairing, refurbishing or building a new property, we offer a highly personalised project management service, keeping you fully informed throughout.
All buildings, all projects
We have previously managed works to residential buildings, industrial units, offices, schools, and retail units.
If you need help with planning, designing, specifying or managing your project, get in touch to find out how we can assist.
Areas We Cover
Practical Surveying are based in Bristol and provide project management and contract administration services across the South and South West of England, as well as South Wales.
We regularly work in Bath, Cardiff, Cheltenham, Chippenham, Exeter, Gloucester, Somerset and Swindon.
We can also support projects further afield where appropriate, depending on the scope and requirements.
Project Management & Contract Administration FAQs
A building surveyor can help manage the technical and practical stages of a construction project, from early planning through to completion.
This may include helping define the scope of works, preparing specifications, advising on design and repair options, managing contractors, reviewing progress and keeping the client informed throughout the process.
It is usually best to appoint a project manager as early as possible, especially if the project involves repair, refurbishment, alteration or construction work that needs careful planning.
Early involvement helps make sure the scope, budget, programme and practical requirements are considered before work begins, reducing the risk of delays, misunderstandings or avoidable changes later.
Yes. We can assist with planning, designing and specifying building works, depending on the nature of the project and the level of support required.
A clear specification helps contractors understand what is required and gives the client a stronger basis for comparing prices, managing the works and checking that the finished result reflects the agreed scope.
Yes. We can help manage repair, maintenance and refurbishment projects across a range of building types.
Our project work can include residential buildings, industrial units, offices, schools and retail units. We tailor our involvement to the project, whether you need support from the early planning stage or help managing works through to completion.
Yes. Contract administration can form part of our project management service where a formal building contract is needed.
This can involve helping manage the contract process, monitoring progress, reviewing works and dealing with practical matters during the project. The exact role will depend on the contract, the works and the level of appointment agreed.
We can work on a wide range of property types, including residential buildings, industrial units, offices, schools and retail units.
The service can be adapted depending on the building, the type of works proposed and whether the project involves repair, refurbishment, maintenance or new construction.
Yes. A key part of our project management service is keeping clients informed throughout the construction process.
We aim to provide clear, practical communication so you understand what is happening, what decisions are needed and how the project is progressing from conception through to completion.