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Choose the right delivery route for your project

Contract structure drives risk, cost certainty, and who holds responsibility on site. We help private clients in Essex and surrounding areas select the right route, then put the controls in place so scope is clear, decisions are documented, and change is governed.

If you are unsure, we can advise after a short review of location, scope, budget range and target dates.

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Delivery routes

Each route can work well when the controls match the risks. Choose based on accountability, transparency, and how you want procurement handled.

Principal Contractor

One party takes responsibility for site delivery. Clear accountability with a managed supply chain and defined payment and variation controls.

  • Single point of responsibility
  • Works well when scope is defined
  • Best for clients who want simplicity
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Construction Management

Trade packages appointed directly, with coordination and interface control managed through a disciplined programme and reporting model.

  • Transparent packages and costs
  • Strong interface and sequencing control
  • Best for complex, high-spec builds
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Client-side Project Management

Independent oversight to protect programme, cost, and decisions. Especially valuable where changes are likely or multiple parties are involved.

  • Independent governance and reporting
  • Decision log and change control
  • Best for clients who want control and clarity
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Controls we apply regardless of route

Delivery route is the structure. Controls are how you avoid surprises. We set up a calm operating model so progress is visible and decisions are documented.

01

Baseline

Lock scope and assumptions so pricing and planning are credible.

02

Govern

Weekly reporting cadence, decision log, risks, and change control.

03

Close-out

Snagging plan, certifications, manuals, and a clean handover pack.

FAQs

Clear answers to common questions before you choose a structure.

Which route gives the most cost transparency?
Construction Management typically gives the highest transparency because trade packages are visible and managed directly. It requires stronger interface control and disciplined reporting to keep momentum.
Which route gives the simplest accountability?
Principal Contractor delivery concentrates responsibility with one party on site, which can simplify day to day coordination. The contract and variation process still need clear governance to protect programme and cost.
Can you advise even if I already have a contractor?
Yes. We can review the route, contract structure, programme, and reporting requirements, then put controls in place to reduce risk and keep decisions documented.
What do you need to recommend the best route?
Location, a short scope summary, budget range, target dates, and drawings/photos if available. If early stage, we will confirm the next information needed to make a safe recommendation.

Talk through your project

If you are deciding between routes, we will keep it practical. Share your location, scope summary, budget range and target dates, and we will recommend the structure that best protects time, cost and quality.