Business Details
36 Years
experience
Your Partner in Professional Quantity Surveying
Morham & Brotchie Partnership has been a trusted name in quantity surveying since 1990, building on a heritage that dates back to 1876. Our practice combines traditional expertise with modern methodologies to deliver precise cost management solutions for diverse construction projects. We specialise in supporting clients through complex developments, from heritage conservation to large-scale infrastructure, ensuring financial integrity at every stage. As part of the Hawkins Group, we leverage collaborative resources while maintaining our independent focus on construction consultancy. Our team of chartered surveyors brings decades of collective experience, offering tailored advice that aligns with both project requirements and client aspirations.We prioritise transparency in cost reporting, meticulous tender documentation, and proactive contract administration to safeguard client investments. Our work with listed buildings and culturally significant structures demonstrates our commitment to preserving architectural legacy while meeting contemporary standards. Client testimonials consistently highlight our ability to navigate challenging projects through rigorous analysis and clear communication. With offices across the UK and international reach, we provide locally informed yet globally applicable solutions. Our enduring relationships with architects, contractors, and heritage organisations underscore our reputation as guardians of traditional quantity surveying principles in Scotland.
Services
Cost Planning
Tender Documentation
Conservation Works
Expert Witness
Insurance Valuations
Final Account Preparation
Grant Eligibility Assessments
Contract Administration
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We maintain 148 years of continuous quantity surveying heritage
- Specialists in heritage building conservation cost management
- Part of the Hawkins Group forensic investigation network
- Provide detailed measured bills of quantities for accurate tenders
- Offer post-contract cost control through regular site valuations
What people say
Fight your corner
Meticulous presentation
Thorough cost assessments
Guardians of tradition
Expert heritage advice
Services
Cost Planning
Our cost planning service provides accurate construction cost projections from project inception. We analyse design documents to create detailed cost plans that help maintain budget control throughout development. With expertise in both traditional and contemporary buildings, we deliver life-cycle cost assessments and value engineering solutions that optimise financial outcomes for clients across Scotland and the UK.
Tender Documentation
We prepare comprehensive tender documents including detailed bills of quantities and contract forms. Our traditional approach ensures competitive tendering processes that maintain strict cost control during construction phases. This service particularly benefits complex projects requiring precise measurement and thorough contract documentation to prevent budget overruns and contractual disputes.
Conservation Works
Specialising in historic building conservation, we provide cost management for listed structures and scheduled monuments. Our team understands traditional materials and construction methods, delivering solutions that preserve architectural integrity while meeting modern requirements. This service supports clients in securing heritage funding and navigating complex conservation regulations for projects across the UK.
Expert Witness
We offer impartial expert witness services for construction-related disputes. Our surveyors provide detailed reports and testimony based on thorough analysis of contract documentation and site records. This service helps resolve conflicts over cost overruns, delays, and contractual obligations through evidence-based assessments that maintain professional objectivity and legal compliance.
Insurance Valuations
We conduct precise reinstatement cost assessments for insurance purposes, particularly for historic properties. Our valuations ensure adequate coverage for complete rebuilding following total destruction, preventing underinsurance issues that could jeopardise property recovery. This service combines traditional surveying expertise with modern risk assessment methodologies for commercial and heritage buildings.
People
Alan Harper
Chairman
With over 30 years in quantity surveying, Alan specialises in heritage projects and complex funding arrangements. He maintains active involvement in each commission, ensuring client and design team support throughout project delivery.
David Anderson
Managing Director
A pragmatic quantity surveyor with extensive pre and post-contract experience across construction sectors. David oversees operations and service delivery while maintaining hands-on project involvement, particularly in conservation works.
Euan Watson
Director
Specialising in conservation and restoration projects, Euan brings expertise in both private and public sector commissions. His work focuses on preserving architectural heritage while implementing modern cost management techniques for sustainable outcomes.
Ralph Findlay
Associate Director
With 40 years' experience, Ralph excels in cost reporting and stakeholder communication. He specialises in identifying budget solutions that maintain project viability while fostering collaborative relationships between clients, designers, and contractors.
Richard Willacy
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Bringing over 40 years' industry experience, Richard leads the Burton in Kendal office. His expertise spans traditional quantity surveying, contract administration, and project management for diverse construction projects across multiple sectors.
Questions
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
We work across heritage conservation, listed buildings, new builds, and complex infrastructure projects. Our expertise particularly benefits culturally significant structures requiring specialist cost management.
How do you handle historic building projects?
Our team combines traditional surveying methods with modern cost control techniques. We understand historic materials and construction techniques, ensuring accurate budgeting and preservation of architectural integrity during conservation works.
What contract administration services do you offer?
We provide full contract administration including tender documentation, interim valuations, and final account preparation. Our traditional approach ensures strict cost control through detailed measured bills of quantities.
How does your Hawkins Group affiliation benefit clients?
As part of the Hawkins Group, we access forensic investigation expertise and international resources while maintaining independent quantity surveying focus. This provides comprehensive solutions for complex construction challenges.
What geographic areas do you cover?
We operate from offices in Edinburgh, London, Warrington, and Burton in Kendal. Our services extend across Scotland, the UK, and internationally through our group network.
How do you handle multi-funder projects?
We specialise in grant eligibility assessments and funding application processes. Our team prepares cost submissions in various formats to meet different funders' requirements for heritage and community projects.
