Quantity Surveyors in London from PEJA Surveying Ltd's blog

Budget estimation is a detailed cost plan based on a project provided by a client. The major requirement to this estimate is that it meets specifications and client’s expectations. The cost plan includes an array of expenses that arise at different stages of the construction implementation, such as preliminaries, material costs, labour costs Quantity Surveyors in London, overhead costs, construction risks, design service fees, and so on.

Construction budget considers drawings, models, and other documents related to a project. The more detailed these documents, the more adequately a budget can be drawn up.

Peja Surveying Ltd work closely with Architects to give them a clearer understanding of cost estimates and, if necessary, help them develop alternative construction and finishing options. For example, we can provide preliminary budgets considering the cost of varying facade finishes, insulations, and other materials. In addition, we can consult our clients on the implications of various construction methods.

The first step to creating a budget is to prepare a rough estimate indicating the number of elements required and assessment of their cost. As the design evolves and refines, a Quantity Surveyor needs to make sure that the number and cost of the items matches an Architect’s calculations. At the same time, if it is possible to simplify some elements without making significant design changes, a Quantity Surveyor should propose adjustments to reduce the budget.

Budget Estimating and Cost Planning services provided by an experienced Quantity Surveyor ensure that costs don’t exceed agreed budget, financial and material matters are under control, and your project benefits from the best price-quality ratio. Engaging a budgeting consultant early on helps make an invaluable contribution to the development of your budget from the financial and logistic perspectives.