Undervalued CPD – improving your Construction Knowledge via Specialist Subcontractors
In my experience, when I think about the best QS’ that I’ve come into contact with, they all share one […]
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Eggs in one basket – weighing up the risk of multi-letting packages to one subcontractor
I was letting a ventilation package to a subcontractor and there was a big AHU (air handling unit) partially connected
Bringing your construction team into the procurement process
It’s difficult not to feel isolated as a QS. Everyone working around you on a project tends to work within
Understanding where materials are sourced
A few years ago, I was trying to source a carpet that had been specified by the architect. I knew
Making the most of equal approved
When you’re handed a job as a QS, you want to find the potential financial gains that you can make
Squeezing every penny – Is it really worth it?
Knowing when to stop squeezing your supply chain is an important intuition that you develop with time. Most people involved
Spec and Drawings – Minimising your risk and reducing cost
Procurement is one of the most time-consuming tasks for a QS and when I’ve tendered packages in the past, I
C-Link Upgrade!
We’ve just undergone some product upgrades at C-Link. We’re really happy with the changes and think they’ll have a big
Payment Provisions: JCT Design & Build
As is usual in JCT contracts there are two methods for determining payments, termed ‘stage’ and ‘periodic’ payments; both of
Contractor Insurance Types
The complexities of insurance can be intimidating for many in the construction industry and it’s easy to see why. As