The Considerate Constructors Scheme National Site Awards recognise the highest-performing construction sites, monitoring how considerate the site is being towards their local community, environment and workforce. This year, the Scheme presented only 764 National Site Awards from a total of over 6,700 eligible sites and, of these, only six projects were awarded the Most Considerate […]
Well done to PBC Managing Director Paul Philips who completed the 100 km CBRE Bike Ride around the Surrey Hills, finishing in just over 5 hours. Hundreds of keen cyclists from across the property sector braved the unseasonal wind and rain, taking on the challenging course which included the notorious Box Hill climb on the […]
London has some of the world’s most prestigious real estate. A property in an iconic location such as Portman Square is much sought-after, especially apartments that overlook the quintessentially, English central private gardens. PBC’s Building Consultancy Department specialises in undertaking Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Programmes for The Portman Estate, and this year has been a […]
PBC Managing Director Paul Philips and Director Alistair Slater were amongst the guests invited to join MPs, journalists and business leaders at the launch of The 2019 Parliamentary Review. The reception was hosted by Conservative grandee Lord Pickles, former Shadow Chancellor Ed Balls and broadcaster and political commentator Julia Hartley-Brewer at the Mansion House in […]
Project and Building Consultancy (PBC) is the only private consultancy in the South East of England to have project managed the consecutive developments of two major motorway service areas at M40 Beaconsfield and M25 Cobham. It is also an expert at delivering commercial developments, refurbishments and fitting out projects, as well as providing professional building […]
PBC is delighted to announce the launch of a new Cost Consultancy service, which will sit alongside its highly successful Building Consultancy and Project Management teams. The new Cost Consultancy department is being headed up by chartered quantity surveyor and cost manager Chris Jones MRICS, who has over 14 years’ experience working across a range […]
2019 has been a very busy year for PBC and today we are delighted to unveil our smart new brand and logo. Not only have we marked 18 amazing years in business, we have recently launched a new Cost Consultancy division and also significantly grew our Building Consultancy and Project Management teams, bringing a wealth […]
Following the launch of its new Cost Consultancy division in October 2019, PBC is delighted to welcome George Clark to the team as Assistant Quantity Surveyor. George, who will be working alongside Head of Cost Consultancy Chris Jones, is a Quantity Surveyor with 6 years’ PQS experience. This includes advising and delivering all pre- and […]
As you are aware, we are all currently in an unprecedented situation, the implications of which are not fully known. There are unusual challenges which affect us all. PBC recognises the need to prioritise the health and safety of our employees, and all others who we work with across numerous projects. Also, we recognise the […]
Over the coming weeks, you are likely to encounter site closures with resulting commercial and contractual issues. Contractors will seek to recover time and costs associated with these delays, so understanding your contractual position is therefore crucial. This is where PBC can help, by providing expert advice and guidance on contractual and commercial risks of […]
PBC is delighted to welcome Tamara Gonzalez to its Building Consultancy team. Tamara is a Chartered Building Surveyor who graduated from Brighton University in 2014. Since that time she has gained a wealth of experience across both commercial and residential projects. Her expertise includes preparing Schedule of Dilapidations and negotiating dilapidation settlements, preparing Planned Prevention […]
Accidental damage and major incidents have a huge impact on everyone involved so, even in these unprecedented times, PBC is continuing to spearhead insurance-related projects for clients. PBC’s Building Consultancy Team has a wealth of expertise project managing reinstatement work following fire, flood, structural failure and other related issues. To find out more visit www.pandbc.co.uk/case-studies/, […]
PBC’s professionally qualified Building Consultancy, Cost Consultancy and Project Management Teams are at the ready to advise you on the changes required to your office space, in order to make them compliant with the Government’s Covid-19 social distancing requirements, and the cost, method and programme for implementing the changes ready for re-occupation and resuming business […]
PBC is delighted to announce that Associate Director Jack Dison, has qualified as a RICS-accredited SKA Assessor. SKA is accepted as one of the leading sustainability assessment methods for non-domestic fit-out projects. Through this scheme, Jack can now assist developer and landlord clients looking to refurbish commercial spaces in a sustainable way, using the SKA […]
PBC specialises in providing a wide range of services for industrial and distribution projects including Project Management, Contract Administration, Employer’s Agent and Cost Management Services as well as pre-lease Technical Due Diligence and landlord and tenant works monitoring. Click here to see just a few of the successful projects we have undertaken for clients. https://mailchi.mp/5d460464d830/pbc-industrial-distribution-showcase
The Leaders Council of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is currently in the process of talking to leadership figures from across the nation in an attempt to understand this universal trait and what it means in Britain and Northern Ireland today. PBC’s Managing Director Paul Philips was invited onto an episode of the podcast, which […]
The last six months have been challenging times for the sector. Covid-19 has impacted ongoing and future projects, with many put on hold and all being subject to special measures to ensure the safety of the workforce while work was continuing. Despite these difficulties, PBC has successfully completed a number of high-profile projects for clients […]
Well done to the PBC PM/QS Team who today successfully handed over the 3rd and 4th floors at One Bartholomew in the City of London to BDB Pitmans Solicitors. This completes a stunning fit out of 50,000 sq. ft. Grade A office space, delivered by Overbury Plc and the strong client design team, despite all […]
PBC is delighted to announce the appointment of Glenn Wright as Head of its Project Management Team. As a former Director of Colliers International, Glenn brings a wealth of experience to PBC across many property sectors, with particular focus on commercial property. A chartered surveyor with over 16 years’ experience in Real Estate, Glenn has […]
As we build up to our 20-year anniversary in 2021, we’ve been looking back over some of our biggest achievements. We are going to share these with you over coming months so, until we can all get together and celebrate, take a look at our video below, keep your eyes peeled and join us in […]
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PBC joined forces with Pegasus Group, a leading independent consultancy specialising in planning, design, environment, economics and heritage, to host a webinar for clients. Over 40 of PBC’s clients and staff took part in the webinar entitled ‘Radical Change in the Planning System – UCO and PD’. It was hosted by PBC Managing Director Paul […]
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Apex Tower in New Malden is a landmark, 16-storey commercial office building located in the heart of the town, close to the station and the A3 and with direct access into the centre of London. PBC was appointed in 2018 to provide Project Management and Employer’s Agent services for the strip-out and enabling contract and […]
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PBC is delighted that our client has received planning consent from Tower Hamlets for the comprehensive refurbishment of 9 Prescot Street, an iconic, Art Deco style office building on the City fringe. The consented scheme, which has been designed by Buckley Gray Yeoman Architects, includes remodelling of the impressive main entrance and a new rear […]
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Since it was established at the end of 2019, our Cost Consultancy Department has been busy providing expert advice on a number of flagship projects for both existing and new clients. Throughout the Covid-19 restrictions, our team has ensured that the financial impact on completed and ongoing projects have been successfully mitigated. This includes ensuring […]
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PBC is delighted to announce that it has received the internationally recognised Carbon Neutral Accreditation standard, which acknowledges the company’s low carbon credentials. Over the past year the PBC team, lead by Assistant Project Manager Sioned Hughes, has been evaluating its working practices, to measure and ultimately reduce its carbon and energy footprint. Using Carbon […]
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PBC is delighted to announce the appointment of Jim Heatley, who joins its Project Management team as Associate Director. Jim is both a chartered construction manager and project manager specialising in both occupier and building owner construction and refurbishment projects. He brings substantial consultancy experience, along with a successful track record of project delivery in […]
MATERIALS DELIVERY LEAD TIMES Materials: The increase in construction activity, and the shortage of key materials, has led to an increase in costs from 2020 – 2021. The ONS reports a change year on year on general material prices from April 2020 to April 2021 of 8.4% across all work sectors. BCIS report the […]
Materials: The increase in construction activity, and the shortage of key materials, has led to an increase in costs from 2020 – 2021. The ONS reports a change year on year on general material prices from April 2020 to April 2021 of 8.4% across all work sectors. BCIS report the general material price change at […]
PBC’s proven track record and experience in delivering complex cut and carve refurbishment schemes has secured the instruction from Atlas Property Letting & Services Ltd for its prestigious refurbishment and new build project on Pentonville Road and Kings Cross Road in North London. The joint offering of PBC’S Project Management and Cost Consultancy teams will […]
Planning policy for Change of Use from commercial to residential properties has created many opportunities for lenders, commercial landlords and property developers, and there are further changes that have been implemented over the past year. PBC ‘s Building Consultancy, Project Management and Cost Consultancy divisions have worked on many of these projects, advising clients on […]
Despite the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to impact the commercial property sector, PBC’s Building Consultancy Team has been busy fulfilling requests from clients for Pre-Acquisition and Technical Due Diligence Surveys. Investment opportunities are still being seriously considered across all property sectors, and PBC’s expertise has been in high demand. Here are just a few of the […]
22 Shad Thames is the iconic building in Butler’s Wharf once home to design guru Sir Terence Conran. Completed by Michael Hopkins and Partners in 1991 as a showroom, office and apartment for the late silversmith and designer David Mellor, it was subsequently occupied by Sir Terence and later his practice Conran and Partners from […]
Following completion of the initial two enabling works phases of the 66,000 sq ft Cat A refurbishment of 9 Prescot Street, PBC has now completed the tender process for this art-deco style building on the City’s fringe. PBC was appointed to Project Manage the proposed alterations and refurbishment works and, following a competitive tender, BW […]
PBC kicked off the 2022 Six Nations Rugby Season in style at a celebrity lunch hosted by some of the sports’ biggest names. The lunch, which took place at The Londoner Hotel in Leicester Square, saw past captains and players talking about their careers and giving their predictions for the tournament . Former London Wasps […]
PBC has been busy on many projects for clients throughout the past year. Click here to see our latest newsletter that highlight just a few of the successful developments our Project Management, Building Consultancy and Cost Consultancy teams have successfully completed.
PBC is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Carbon Neutral Plus accreditation for its business practices. This acknowledges that the company is at the forefront of helping to combat climate change and sustaining the environment for future generations. Over the past year PBC has offset 19 tonnes of carbon dioxide, which […]
It’s the UK’s Mental Health Week and PBC is pleased to shine a spotlight on our Associate Director, Richard Wild who is the company’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Champion. This role means that Richard leads our initiative to provide support to anyone within our PBC team who may experience mental health issues. Richard is ably […]
PBC’s June 22 Materials Cost Commentary and Lead Times Review PBC’s expert Cost Consultancy Team has issued it’s latest update on current materials costs and lead times. The full review is available to read here: https://bit.ly/3tHh16O
Congratulations to PBC’s Financial Controller, Chandrika Sheth for completing a mammoth nine-mile Night Walk for charity. Her amazing effort raised over £450 for her chosen charity – St Luke’s Hospice. Well done Chandrika, and now go and put your feet up for a well-deserved rest!
PBC’s elite team of athletes took to the track and bike to represent the company at the recent JLL Duathlon at Dorney Lake near Windsor. Over 260 competitors from the property sector took part, and the team of Paul, Chris, Jamie and George did themselves (and PBC) proud.
PBC is delighted to have once again supported the Asher Teper Memorial Golf Day, which has raised over £300,000 for the charity since it was first held. This year the competition took place at the fabulous Woodland Masterpiece Palmerston Court Golf Course at Brocket Hall Estate, and PBC sponsored the second hole. Well done to […]
Congratulations to PBC’s Ben Hallowell for passing his APC and becoming a Chartered Building Surveyor. Ben has been with PBC for four years and throughout this time has worked towards his chartered status under the mentorship of the PBC management team. Commenting on his achievement, PBC Director Simon Garrard said: “We are delighted that Ben […]
The PBC Team welcomed guests from Dorrington, BMS, CLS Holdings and fund clients to an evening of cricket and fun at The Hundred at The Oval, to watch the London Spirit play the Oval Invincibles. The weather was perfect, and everyone was treated to an exciting evening’s cricket, with the London Spirit coming out winners […]
PBC is delighted to welcome James Murphy to its growing Project Management team. James is a highly motivated Project Manager who has experience in commercial Cat B fit-outs and new builds. His key strengths are project delivery from inception to completion, with experience during the design stage including BREEAM. James also prides himself on building and […]
During National Work Life Week 2022, we asked our some of colleagues how they feel about our flexible work policy, and what work life balance means to them.
Ben joined our Building Consultancy team in 2017 and has worked incredibly hard towards his chartered status under the mentorship of the PBC management team. “I’m delighted to be celebrating five years at PBC,” said Ben. “It’s been exciting to be part of the company’s continued growth over the past half-a-decade, and I’m fortunate to […]
Four intrepid (and very brave) PBC team members took part in an abseil organised by the St Mungo’s Charity to mark this year’s World Homeless Day. James Gregory, Robbie Brightman, George Clark and David Goedecke abseiled down the outside of the ArcelorMittal building in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford to raise money for […]
We’re proud that PBC has featured in Building Magazine’s recently announced ‘Top 150 Consultants’ of 2022. It’s great to see that our continued growth, talented staff and in-depth industry knowledge has moved us into 133rd place. View the Building Magazines top list here: https://lnkd.in/eYBAq4Dm (Please note that a subscription to Building Magazine is required to view this […]
PBC is delighted to have assisted Travel Sector Property Limited (TSPL) with their acquisition of The White Hart Hotel and the Judge’s Lodgings in the heart of the historic City of Lincoln. PBC provided pre-acquisition technical due diligence advice, and reinstatement cost assessments. The White Hart first opened more than 600 years ago as a […]
Our Professional and Cost consultancy teams have been busy advising on this East London commercial unit near the Thames. We’ll be fitting out the vacant unit, which sits within a vibrant residential development, to include a lounge-style workspace, in-house bakery and café with a focus on sustainable and natural materials. More details coming soon… watch […]
PBC Managing Director, Paul Philips, shares his thoughts on 2022 and his insights on where the property sector is heading over the next 12 months. What external factors have had the biggest impact upon PBC and its business this year? “Over the last year, we have seen economic and political pressures both on a domestic […]
This month, we’re celebrating 5 years of Liam Horton at PBC! Liam joined our Building Consultancy team in 2018 and has continued to build on his strengths on a number of fantastic projects. “I’m really happy to be celebrating 5 years at PBC,” said Liam. “Throughout that time I’ve worked on many rewarding, varied and […]
If you and your colleagues are attending and would like to get a meeting in the diary, please get in touch with Paul Philips or Mark Merritt.
PBC is delighted to announce that, for the third year running, the company has achieved Carbon Neutral status, and is committed to help combat climate change. The company’s day-to-business practices were assessed over a 12 month period by Carbon Footprint Ltd, who help businesses to support environmental change by reducing their environmental impact and minimising […]
PBC specialises in providing a wide range of construction consultancy services for industrial and logistics projects, including project management, cost management, pre-acquisition TDD surveys and dilapidations advice, as well as monitoring surveyor role on behalf of a funder or pre-lease tenant surveyor role on behalf of a proposed occupier. We’ve rounded up a few of […]
We are delighted to announce the official launch of Matterport as an extension to our Building Consultancy Services. Our advanced imaging services and cutting-edge 3D scanning technology can now provide businesses with exceptional support for insurance claims, design, collaboration, measurement, and marketing activities. You can access the service on a website or application, and customise […]
This month marks a milestone as it celebrates the tenth anniversary of its newest Director, Jack Dison, joining the team. Jack joined PBC in 2013 as a newly chartered Building Surveyor, becoming part of the Professional Team under Alistair Slater. Living in Manchester at the time, Jack relocated to London to take up the opportunity […]
Project and Building Consultancy (PBC) are pleased to announce the appointment of Dante Makin as a Chartered Senior Building Surveyor. Dante has joined Project and Building Consultancy’s professional team, supporting Jack Dison, Director, in the Building Consultancy team. Dante will primarily deliver expert advice and guidance to clients on Contract Administration, Employers Agent and Dilapidations. […]
We’re delighted to announce the promotion of our newest Senior Chartered Building Surveyor, Tamara Gonzalez. David Goedecke, Director at Project and Building Consultancy, said: “I am delighted to announce that Tamara was promoted to Senior Surveyor. Tamara had what can only be described as a challenging start with PBC, joining just a fortnight before the […]
In the complex landscape of the built environment, unforeseen events are almost inevitable. When the unexpected occurs, the role of a surveyor navigating insurance claims becomes pivotal. Your surveyor plays a crucial role in assessing damages, providing accurate documentation, and facilitating a smooth process throughout your insurance claim. Here are steps that are taken when […]
End of Year Review 2023 Market Trends The turbulent economic environment has continued this year, marked by high UK interest rates to combat rising inflation, cost of living pressures and global uncertainty, which have had a dampening effect on business investment and growth. Construction industry output continues to fall, as we move into next year. […]
Mark Merritt, the Director of Development Monitoring, reflects on his first year (2023) at Project and Building Consultancy (PBC) and outlines his predictions for the upcoming year that will directly affect his clients and his department in 2024. Mark’s appointment was to lead the newly formed Development Monitoring team, with a mandate to increase PBC’s […]
In celebration of ‘New Homes Week’, we’re highlighting the benefits of utilising a Development Monitoring service when commissioning a new build development. This article will take you through the different stages and milestones of what a Development Monitoring team can do to identify potential risks and allocate management of such risks for the benefit of […]
Paul Philips becomes Executive Chairman of PBC and David Goedecke becomes Managing Director marking another chapter in the growth of PBC. Project and Building Consultancy is today delighted to announce a new chapter in the development of its business and its leadership. Paul Philips MRICS, Managing Director of PBC for twenty three years is moving […]
This month, PBC announced George Clark was promoted from Project Surveyor to Senior Quantity Surveyor, effective May 1st. Chris Jones, Director of Cost Consultancy, said: “Since joining PBC four years ago, George has gone from strength to strength to become a key member of the Cost Consultancy and wider PBC team. He has forged strong […]
On Sunday, 26th May 2024, our team participated in the RideLondon—Essex 100 on closed roads, conquering a gruelling 100-mile cycle from London to Essex and circling back. Paul Philips, Jack Dison, Dante Makin, Jack Dison and guest cyclists Simon and Luca participated in this event to raise money for the British Dyslexia Association, with a […]
Building Safety Act: A Change in Construction Culture PBC held a seminar on Thursday, 20th June 2024, at Myo, St. Pauls, offering an opportunity to network and gain a better understanding of the regulatory changes arising from the Building Safety Act from Simon Garrard, MRICS, Head of Building Safety and Compliance at Project and Building […]
Jamie Cheetham has celebrated his long service award this year, reaching a milestone of five years at Project and Building Consultancy. Since joining the firm in 2019 as a Building Surveyor, Jamie has worked on large-scale instructions for large organisations, mostly in contract administration and licence for alterations supporting key clients such as Ballymore and […]
Scott Dixon joins PBC as an Associate Director in our Cost Consultancy team, with over twenty years in the construction industry across various sectors, undertaking the roles of cost consultant, contract administrator, employer’s agent, and project manager. This variety of experience allows Scott to drive projects forward, working independently or collaboratively as part of a […]
Max Radford is an Apprentice Building Surveyor with a wealth of experience in construction. Working many years ‘on the tools,’ he has a dual understanding of the construction industry as he previously worked with contractors on large commercial and industrial projects. He currently supports Jack Dison and Dante Makin primarily in Contract Administration and Project […]
PBC’s new head of Flex Delivery, Jack Dison, examines why providers are turning to Flex office space and the development process behind it. With the announcement of a new Head of Flex Delivery, PBC has created a team dedicated to the workspace model that shows no sign of abating. There are now several, leading developer-adopters who […]
We are pleased to announce that Dante Makin has been promoted to Associate Director, effective 1st August 2024. Jack Dison, Director of Flex Delivery, said: “Dante has had a significant impact at PBC since his arrival. He has played a key role in strengthening relationships across PBC’s client base and has significantly expanded our dilapidations […]
Freddie Dawkins has recently joined Project and Building Consultancy (PBC) for a one-month work experience in the Cost Consultancy department. During this time, he provided support to the team, learning from experienced colleagues, and accompanying George Clark and Scott Dixon on site visits. Having completed his studies at The Swenye Park School, Freddie worked at […]
On the of 10th October every year we celebrate World Mental Health Day. This year’s theme is Workplace Mental Health and for many of us, we spend a significant amount of time in the workplace. This year’s theme highlights the importance of addressing mental health and wellbeing in the workplace, and how as organisations, companies […]
Freddie Dawkins Starts His PBC Apprenticeship Freddie joined our Cost Consultancy team 4-months ago on a work experience placement, providing undivided support to our PBC team. Given his successful placement, we are excited to announce that from the start of November, Freddie will now be permanently joining our PBC team as an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor. […]
Jim Heatley Promoted to Director, Project Management Team We are thrilled to announce that Jim Heatley has been promoted to the position of Director within the PBC Project Management team! With 19 years of industry experience and 4 years dedicated to the PBC team, Jim has certainly proven to be an invaluable asset. His passion […]
Emma Williams Joins our Building Safety & Compliance Team! We are thrilled to welcome Emma Williams as our new Principal Designer – Building Regulations. Emma brings a wealth of expertise to PBC’s Building Safety & Compliance team, further enhancing our service offering. As a CABE registered Building Control Officer, Emma recently served as a consultant to […]
Ben Hallowell Promoted to Senior Surveyor, Building Consultancy Team We are delighted to announce that Ben Hallowell has been promoted to the position of Senior Surveyor within our Building Consultancy Team at PBC. Ben has been a valued member of our PBC team since 2017, having achieved MRICS status back in 2021. He has played […]
2024 was a challenging year for the industry with a change of government, mixed economic performance and muted construction growth. Whilst there were interest rate cuts towards the latter part of the year and a fall in inflation from highs the year before these were tempered by several high-profile contractor insolvencies and the announcement in […]
2025 promises to be a year of innovation and adaptation for Project Managers states Professor Adam Boddison, chief executive of the (APM). “From leveraging cutting-edge technologies to addressing global challenges like sustainability, project professionals play a critical role in turning ambitious ideas into reality” published by pbctoday. How our practices at PBC align with the […]
PBC Expand into the Northwest With Arrival of Gareth Davies We are thrilled to welcome Gareth Davies to the PBC team as Head of Building Consultancy – Northwest Division. Gareth’s role will be pivotal in driving the expansion of our PBC services into the Northwest as we extend our reach across the entire UK, with […]
Tamsin Parker Promoted to Associate Director, Project Management Team We are thrilled to announce Tamsin Parker, has been promoted to the position of Associate Director within the PBC Project Management team. With 9 years of industry experience, Tamsin has been a key member of our PBC team for the past 4 years, delivering a broad […]
MRICS Chartered Project Management Surveyor We are delighted to announce that James Murphy has officially passed his APC and is now a qualified MRICS Chartered Project Manager! This achievement marks a huge milestone in James’ career, reflecting his dedication and highlighting his commitment to delivering excellence in all his projects. James stated: “I am absolutely […]
Scott Dixon Promoted to Director of The PBC Cost Consultancy Team We are thrilled to announce Scott Dixon, has been promoted to the position of Director of the PBC Cost Consultancy team. Scott is an asset to our PBC team, having worked within the construction industry for over 20 years and undertaking the roles of Cost Consultant, Contract Administrator, […]
Refurbishment of The Former Lifeguard Building at Polurrian Cove PBC were appointed by our client to provide cost and project management services to oversee the extension and alteration of the luxury Hotel Polurrian, located on the stunning Cornish coastline. Alongside our services, we are proud to be part of a team championing meaningful community engagement […]
Welcoming Marianna to our team as our Part-Time Finance Assistant We’re thrilled to welcome Marianna to PBC as our new part-time Finance Assistant. With over 8 years of experience in finance and bookkeeping, Marianna specialises in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of financial operations. Her expertise includes managing accounts payable […]
We are pleased to announce that PBC has once again secured a position within the Building Top 150 Consultants 2025! The past year has presented considerable challenges for the industry, marked by change of government, uneven economic performance, and subdued construction growth. According to the survey, there is a 14% drop of positivity about the […]
Building Consultancy Team Expansion We’re thrilled to welcome Jason Clancy to our PBC Building Consultancy Team as a Senior Chartered Building Surveyor! With over six years industry experience, Jason is a Chartered Building Surveyor who achieved his MRICS status in June 2025. He brings extensive expertise across the residential, commercial, and public sectors, with specialisms […]
As 2025 draws to a close, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the year’s journey- one marked by global influences and more than a little fiscal uncertainty in the UK economy, but at PBC a year when the team’s resilience, drive to innovate, and a series of individual and collective achievements have shone through. […]
Richard Wild Celebrates His 10th Anniversary at PBC We are thrilled to announce and celebrate Richard’s ten-year anniversary at PBC! A huge milestone, Richard joined us in 2016, bringing with him 40 years of experience in the property and construction industry, 25 years’ of which have been in both client-side and private practice roles. Starting […]
It might not have been the British Grand Prix, but everyone who took part in the PBC PalmerSports Formula 3000 Experience at Bedford Aerodrome certainly enjoyed their day behind the wheel! Alistair Slater and James Gregory from PBC were joined on the track by Ian Burdett and James Brownsdon of Investec Bank plc for a day of […]
Yorke House in Solihull has a very smart new look following a refurbishment project which has transformed its first floor, WCs and common parts. PBC acted as Project Manager, Employers’ Agent and Cost Manager for the owner and all works were completed in just 12 weeks, including a new VRF heating and cooling system. As well as ensuring the high-quality […]
PBC is delighted that One Elmfield Park in Bromley has been fully let to serviced office specialist Regus. This 24,700 sq.ft. office building was totally refurbished internally and externally in 2017, on behalf of CLS Holdings plc, and PBC project managed this upgrade. The project included adding perimeter mounted heating and cooling units, new ceiling grids and raised floors […]
In 2018, Ballymore Group completed around 2,000 homes in the UK, with another 4,745 currently under construction this year in London alone. The company, which is of the leading pioneers of regeneration projects in the Capital, also aims to add a further 9,000 homes and 1 million sq. ft. of commercial property to its portfolio […]
PBC is pleased to announce the appointment of Liam Horton as Senior Chartered Building Surveyor. Liam has extensive experience in contract administration, design and project management, having worked on commercial and residential portfolios, as well as a number of public-sector schemes. Most recently, he took the lead on several complex flood and fire reinstatement projects, as […]
The M25’s fourth service area at J9-J10 of the M25 at Cobham, Surrey, opened in September 2012 having been project managed by PBC. It has since provided much needed fuel, rest and refreshment facilities for road users travelling on the south-western section of London’s orbital motorway. PBC is therefore delighted to have been retained by the […]
PBC is delighted to announce the promotion of Jack Dison to Associate Director within its Building Consultancy team. Jack joined PBC in 2013 as a PBC Chartered Building Surveyor and since that time has specialised in providing contract administration and bank monitoring consultancy on a wide range of residential, commercial and industrial refurbishment projects. Congratulating […]
PBC has been appointed as Funds Surveyor by Aberdeen Standard Investments for the development of a brand new, 20,000 sqm production facility for an award winning, environmentally friendly materials technology company called ELeather. The development, which is located on the Roxhill Development Ltd Gateway site in Peterborough, next to J17 of the A1M, is an 11.5 acre plot and will […]
For over 50 years, Great West House in Brentford has been a landmark for those heading along the M4 motorway towards London. Built in 1963, and sitting in 3.2 acres of land, it is a clear sign that you are just 15 minutes from the centre of the Capital. PBC Project Managed the refurbishment of the building’s two reception areas, ground floor entrances, restaurant, toilets and […]
In 2016 the luxury hotel chain, the Leeu Collection, acquired the prestigious Linthwaite Hotel, which is set in 14 acres overlooking Lake Windermere in the Lake District National Park. With a major refurbishment project underway, the PBC loan monitoring team was appointed by the funder to carry out an initial construction appraisal report for due diligence purposes, followed by interim monitoring services to […]
Designed in 1891 by Alfred Waterhouse, The Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral of the Holy Family in Exile is an exceptional example of the Victorian Gothic architecture. Similar in style to the Natural History Museum and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors headquarters, which were also designed and built by Waterhouse, the Cathedral has long been an […]
When CLS Holdings was looking to acquire four, prestigious properties in Middlesex, Surrey, Kent and Berkshire, the company needed to commission due diligence inspections and reports very quickly to allow the purchase to progress. With completion imminent, PBC was commissioned to inspect and provide executive summary reports for over 107,000sqft of offices to be acquired, and […]
When property investment company CLS Holdings plc needed a team to manage the total refurbishment of a five-storey, 1980s office block in Bromley it commissioned PBC as it knew the company had the expertise – through its Project Management team and SKA rating assessor Simon Garrard – to ensure the project would be completed to […]
The PBC Project Management team was appointed to manage the fit out of a new London office for leading international brokering, banking and financial adviser Charles Schwab, U.K., Ltd. As the entire project was directed by a team in the Charles Schwab office in New York, different time zones had to be taken into consideration […]
PBC were instructed to project manage the development of this new 85,000sq.ft. high bay roasting facility on behalf of Prologis who had entered into an agreement with Costa Coffee to create a new roastery to service the UK and overseas markets, representing a significant investment by Costa. A considerable amount of liaison and interface between Costa and a full […]
The development entails the conversion of a Grade II listed former student hostel to luxury apartments. Fifteen new residential units will be provided over 30,000 square feet of internal area, consisting of six three beds, seven two beds and two one bed apartments. The building is being altered and remodelled to provide a two storey […]
PBC are pleased to have been appointed to provide Project Management for this instruction from F&C Reit, to transform a vacant industrial building in disrepair to a refurbished unit ready for re-letting in Hemel Hempstead. The project included strip out to open plan accommodation, the repair and refurbishment of 22,000sq.ft of warehouse space and 5,300sq.ft […]
PBC have recently managed over 100,000 square feet of CAT A and CAT B fitting out projects at 240 Blackfriars Road, SE1 for various occupiers in this landmark modern office building. This project included: Ramboll Plc, floors 1-3, 36,000 Sq. Ft. Alternative Networks Plc, floors 4-5, 24,000 Sq. Ft. including a new  staircase Lonely Planet floor […]
PBC are instructed to appraise and monitor this new development of three luxury private detached houses of approximately 7,000 sq ft each, which will be due for completion in 2016. We are currently undertaking construction due diligence services for the Funder.
PBC have been appointed to appraise and monitor the new Fisheries Development on behalf of the funder. Formally known as the Old Fishing Processing Factory at London Fields, the scheme will consist of a new six storey building including 31 new residential apartments and 25,000 sq. ft. of commercial space. The development is due to start […]
PBC are appointed by PPR Estates as Project Manager and Employer’s Agent for the conversion of an existing office building to create new high spec office accommodation and high end residential apartments, including major refurbishment, extension and new façade works. Demolition works back to frame nearing completion, ready for shell and core works to commence.
PBC are appointed by Merchant Land Investments as Employers Representative for the demolition of existing building and replacement with new building for 12 No high specification residential apartments. Demolition works are nearing completion ready for package 1B civils and structure works to commence.
PBC have been appointed by The Portman Settled Estate to act as Contract Administrator & Principle Designer for the conversion of two dilapidated mews properties into a high end luxury family home. Works are currently on-site with the internal strip out complete and the structural steelwork currently being installed before the roof, floors and ground […]
Following vacant possesion by the previous tenant, PBC were instructed as Project Manager and Employer’s Agent by Logicor to manage the six month refurbishment of a 300,000 sq. ft. distribution warehouse. The works entailed new concrete yard, new warehouse roof, cladding treatment and a full CAT A refurbishment of the office accommodation. This included a new rainscreen cladding system, new […]
The property is a detached self-contained 23,000 sq.ft. building, located in beautiful surroundings sitting on just under one acre of land adjacent to the River Avon in Wiltshire and with a quiet environment. The project is due for completion in March 2016 and the Principal Contractor, Gaiger Bros are a family business, founded in 1948. Both PBC and Gaiger Bros […]
It is now week 8 of the project, and works are progressing well. The green bean silo structure has been erected, new concrete hard standings are being laid and approximately 50% of the attenuation tanks have been installed. The piling ground improvement and foundations have also been installed. The steel structure erection and commencement of […]
The Fusion, Cygnet Street, Shoreditch is a mixed use development being undertaken by Galliard Homes, one of the UK’s leading premium-quality home builders. On the edge of The City, the site originally comprised an open car park close to the vibrant shops, bars and restaurants of Brick Lane to the East and Shoreditch to the […]
PBC were appointed in the role of Purchaser’s Surveyor to provide pre-acquisition due diligence advice and development monitoring services to a fund client who agreed to purchase this development upon completion. The new build development commenced in 2014 and provides a 78 bedroom hotel which is now complete. During the groundwork’s and site remediation operations, the contractor removed three buried fuel tanks […]
PBC was appointed as project manager and employers agent for the 405 Kennington Rd development and has since successfully completed the CAT A and B Scheme. We are proud to announce that PBC were awarded a gold SKA Assessment rating for the project. The Ska Rating is a Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) environmental […]
Following an instruction from St. Ermin’s Property Co. PBC has been working on 44 Gloucester Avenue as the project manager and employers agent. The project comprises of a mixed use development of 39 high end residential Units, 1 high end detached private house with outdoor amenity space and communal landscaping, and approximately 700m2 of commercial […]
Following our appointment for a number of Private Clients at Cadogan Place, London, Project and Building Consultancy worked hard to identify and engage with the owners of adjoining freehold and leasehold interests, including complete houses fronting the historic square, apartments and the mews properties located within a metre of the basement excavations. The combined project […]
The new Costa Coffee roastery to be handed over to the client in July for the fitting out phase. Watch the time lapse video below to get an idea of how far this project has progressed.
PBC were instructed to monitor the redevelopment of One Highgate, which is now completed. One Highgate is a landmark residential development which now comprises of 15 contemporary 2 and 3 bedroom lateral apartments including a luxury 3–bedroom penthouse apartment spanning the entire fourth floor. Read the case study here to find out more about the […]
PBC have been assisting Columbia Threadneedle with the asset management life cycle of 40/41 Furnival Street, London, EC4, from their purchase of the building through to the recent completion of a full refurbishment. Our building consultancy team were instructed in 2013 to carry out a pre-acquisition survey of this self-contained, five storey office building prior to purchase. We were […]
PBC were appointed as project manager and employers agent by Columbia Threadneedle Investments for this multi-storey/multi-let office building, occupying an island site in Southampton. The client’s brief was to provide a Landlord’s CAT A refurbishment of the 1st floor vacant offices, the addition of two new shower rooms on the 1st and 5th floors, as well as the reconfiguration and enhancement of the […]
PBC are instructed to Project Manage the conversion of a vacant 56 bedroom care and nursing home in North West London into 27 residential apartments including secure underground parking and landscaped gardens. A key consideration of the scheme is the design and layout to minimise the impact on the surrounding neighbourhood and a strong sustainability requirement. Following design and cost workshops […]
The Brief When the tenant of 52-54 St John Street decided to relocate, the owner Columbia Threadneedle, took the opportunity to consider their options for refurbishment of this office building. The property consisted of two separate buildings, a three storey building to the rear and a 5 storey building at the front, with a central open courtyard. […]
Originally the St James’ Picture House, the original Westminster Theatre building was opened in 1923 on the site of the Charlotte Chapel, which was erected in 1766. In 1931, the venue was transformed into a theatre, with a capacity for more than 1,500. Despite the efforts of Save London Theatres Campaign, Westminster City Council granted […]
When Investec Bank Plc. decided to enter into a Joint Venture with Knight Developments Ltd, PBC were instructed to undertake an appraisal of the developer’s proposals and subsequent monitoring of the construction phase of this mixed development of 36 new build houses and 28 converted and refurbished apartments, with 37 external garages and 76 parking […]
PBC designed, specified and project managed the Cat A and Cat B refurbishment and new office fit out for CLS adjacent to their Bondway head quarters in Vauxhall. The project involved the forming of a new opening between the two buildings, new WC and shower facilities, new Boardroom and offices. Alterations and refurbishment of some parts of […]
Spurs Project Completed Summer 2012 PBC provided initial due diligence appraisal advice and monitored the development of a new state of the art first team training academy for the football club, which completed in Summer 2012.
PBC have successfully completed their Project Management and Contract Administration role at Prescott Street, E1. The 8 storey refurbishment had a contract value of approximately 4 million, and following the extensive dilapidations and reinstatement works, now provides commercial office space spread over 111,000sq.ft. Features include: Comprehensive refurbishment Brand new double-height reception 4 pipe fan coil […]
PBC were pleased to undertake an initial stage 1 appraisal report and will be subsequently monitoring this multi million pound redevelopment, a conversion from offices to 27 luxury apartments. The scheme has planning permission and is due to be completed in Spring 2015.