Quantity Surveying

Expert cost management and financial control throughout the lifecycle of your construction project — ensuring budgets are set accurately, monitored rigorously, and delivered with certainty.

We help our clients make informed financial decisions at every stage of a project — from the first feasibility estimate through to final account settlement.

Our Approach

Effective quantity surveying is about far more than measuring and pricing. It requires a deep understanding of construction economics, procurement strategy, and the commercial realities that shape every project. At Overvue, our quantity surveyors combine technical rigour with practical commercial insight to give our clients confidence in the financial management of their projects.

We work collaboratively with project teams from inception to close-out, establishing clear financial design criteria, advising on procurement policy, and maintaining continuous cost control. Our approach is proactive — we identify financial risks early, provide transparent reporting, and ensure that every decision is backed by accurate, reliable cost information.

The QS Lifecycle

01

Inception & Project Brief

Advising the client on the appointment of consultants, economic factors, and financial design criteria. We assist in developing the project brief — defining scope, quality, cost, and time objectives — and provide preliminary cost advice to inform early decision-making.

02

Concept & Viability

Establishing procurement policy, cost control procedures, and reporting requirements. We prepare preliminary and elemental estimates, assess financial viability, and advise on funding and cash flow requirements to ensure the project concept is commercially sound.

03

Design Development

Reviewing designs and specifications for cost implications, maintaining detailed cost estimates and area schedules, and monitoring financial viability as the design evolves. We ensure alignment between design intent and budget through continuous cost control and value management.

04

Documentation & Procurement

Developing the procurement strategy, preparing tender documentation — including bills of quantities and pricing schedules — and conducting financial evaluation of tenders. We advise on contractor selection, prepare contract documentation, and ensure appropriate risk allocation.

05

Construction

Managing cash flow schedules, preparing variation estimates, and maintaining rigorous financial control throughout the build phase. We conduct progress payment valuations, adjudicate contractual claims, prepare interim financial statements, and work towards the timeous agreement of final accounts.

06

Close-out & Final Account

Completing payment certificate valuations, settling final accounts with all contracting parties, and preparing a comprehensive close-out report. We ensure all financial obligations are resolved and provide final cost reconciliation for project records and future benchmarking.

From first estimate to final account — we provide the financial clarity and control that gives our clients confidence at every stage of their project.

Sector Expertise

Our quantity surveying team has delivered cost management services across a wide range of sectors, giving us the depth of experience to provide accurate, sector-specific advice.

High-End Residential

Luxury homes and premium residential estates where bespoke finishes and complex specifications demand meticulous cost management.

Commercial

Office developments, business parks, and commercial centres where cost certainty and value engineering drive investment returns.

Retail & Mixed-Use

Integrated developments that combine retail, residential, and commercial components — each with distinct cost drivers and procurement considerations.

Hospitality

Hotels, lodges, and hospitality venues where guest experience specifications and phased delivery require careful financial planning.

Ready to discuss your project?

Whether you need a feasibility estimate or full cost management through construction, our quantity surveying team is here to help you achieve financial certainty.

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