DGA flow
Building Dreams, Managing Realities.
Your Partner in Building Success … the DGA way.
30 years of experience and expertise undertaking over 500 diverse projects every year for businesses, contractors and private individuals
Turnover 1.7 million GBP
Headcount 15 full time employees
Professionally accredited RICS practise
Database of 650 contractors and 500 specialist subcontractors carefully curated and refined over many years
Database of 850 benchmarked projects to inform our work and support our project teams
ISO 9001 accredited quality management system
Good Business Charter accredited
UK green business charter accredited
Rated five stars on Trustpilot
110 million GBP of construction value under management
We live with integrity which means doing the right thing even when no one is watching
We grow mindfully continuously seeking to develop and improve
We take courage, the strength of character to be a campaigner and give and take advice – back your beliefs
We possess team spirit – a common sense of purpose and empowering each other
We embrace personality, valuing relationships both internally and externally
We are expert, and have extensive knowledge and experience within our field of work
Background in construction cost and procurement
Procuring and administering the contract arrangements
Making sure the client is fully supported and championed throughout project
Estimating Costs: Before construction begins, quantity surveyors estimate the costs of materials, labour, and other expenses to help create a realistic budget.
Value Engineering: Analysing the costs to get the best bang for your buck.
Advising on Procurement: advising on the best way to purchase services and materials, ensuring value for money.
Handling Contracts: Prepare and negotiate the contract ensuring all terms are fair and followed correctly.
Valuing Work: Assessing the value of work completed at various stages to determine payments to contractors and suppliers.
Monitoring Performance: Keeping track of the contractor’s work to make sure it meets the agreed standards and timelines.
Handling Changes: Managing any modifications to the contract terms or project scope, which often happen in construction projects.
Resolving Disputes: Addressing and resolving any disagreements that may arise between parties.
Ensuring Compliance: Making sure all legal and regulatory requirements are met throughout the project.
Finalising Contracts: Closing out contracts once the work is completed to satisfaction, including handling any final payments and ensuring all deliverables are received.
Planning
Defining Scope: Working with stakeholders to outline what the project will deliver.
Creating a Plan: Developing a detailed plan that includes timelines, resources, and budget.
Risk Management: Identifying potential risks and suggest strategies to mitigate them, helping the project avoid costly setbacks.
Execution
Coordinating Tasks: Ensuring that all team members know what they need to do and when.
Managing Resources: Allocating resources effectively to keep the project moving smoothly.
Problem Solving: Addressing any issues that arise, finding solutions to keep the project on track.
Monitoring and Controlling
Tracking Progress: Monitoring the project's progress against the plan, adjusting as necessary.
Quality Assurance: Ensuring that the work meets the required standards.
Budget Management: Keeping an eye on expenses to ensure the project stays within budget.
Communication
Stakeholder Management: Keeping everyone informed about the project status, including team members, clients, and other stakeholders.
Reporting: Providing regular updates and reports to stakeholders.
Closing
Finalising Deliverables: Ensuring all project deliverables are completed and meet the required standards.
- 1 Accurately plans a project
- 2 Defines roles and responsibilities
- 3 Resolves disputes and provide clear direction
- 4 Keeps control of project costs with the QoS
- 5 Procures all the project elements including advisors and Design Team
- 6 Refines the brief
- 7 Keeps the project on the programme
- 8 Administers the contract to ensure all needs are met
- 1 Assembling the team
- 2 Defines roles and responsibilities
- 3 Resolves disputes and provide clear direction
- 4 Keeps control of project costs with the QoS
- 5 Procures all the project elements including advisors and Design Team
- 6 Refines the brief
- 7 Keeps the project on the programme
- 8 Administers the contract to ensure all needs are met
Assembling the team
Defining the brief
Design development
Statutory consents
Managing the programme
Contractor appointment
Monitoring construction
Handover and beyond
The value doing of things the DGA way, sets us apart from the competition
Bringing enjoyment to a complex process – always a personal approach
Taking ownership and accountability
Striving to achieve the client’s vision – Being a trusted advisor
Tapping into an experienced and highly skilled team on network
Expert help and guidance on hand
Direct line of communication with the team
Eyes and ears on the ground
Working seamlessly And diligently with the design and delivery team
Our Purpose – to deliver unbeatable, seamless, trustworthy services with a human touch
Our Promise – to offer our clients unique project experiences that deliver unbeatable levels of service, built upon decades of industry leading knowledge and foresight that will ensure the highest levels of performance and dedication each and every time.
