Business Details
50 Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Quantity Surveyors in Exeter
Established in 1976, hartQS is a chartered quantity surveying practice operating as part of the WT Hills Group. We specialise in pre and post contract quantity surveying services for construction projects ranging from 200,000 to 4 million, including refurbishments, alterations, and new builds. Regulated by RICS, our team works collaboratively with design professionals to control costs and minimise risk across small to medium-sized projects. With decades of experience in the construction industry, we provide expert cost management solutions for residential, commercial, and heritage projects throughout the South West. Our services extend to CDM consultancy, contract administration, and financial management of complex developments while maintaining strict adherence to professional standards. We combine traditional surveying skills with modern practices to deliver cost-effective design solutions tailored to client requirements.Our expertise in sustainable building practices and historic refurbishments has earned recognition through industry awards and repeat client engagements. Operating from our Exeter office, we maintain strong relationships with architects, engineers, and contractors to ensure project success. Our commitment to transparency and professional conduct is demonstrated through our RICS accreditation and client-focused approach. With a proven track record in managing projects from inception to completion, we provide continuous cost monitoring and dispute resolution services. Our team's technical proficiency in measured quantities and contract documentation supports clients throughout the construction lifecycle. Through strategic mergers and partnerships, we continue to expand our capabilities while maintaining our core values of precision and client satisfaction.
Services
Quantity Surveying
Cost Management
CDM Consultancy
Pre-Contract Services
Post-Contract Services
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- We have over 45 years of experience in construction cost consultancy
- Our team holds RICS professional accreditation
- We manage projects valued between 200,000 and 4 million
- Specialists in cost control for architect-designed houses and church refurbishments
- We work collaboratively with design teams and contractors
Associations and certifications
- RICS
Services
Quantity Surveying
Our quantity surveying services encompass cost estimating, budget management, and contract administration for construction projects. We work with clients from initial design through to project completion, ensuring financial control and compliance with industry standards. Our team provides measured quantities and procurement advice to optimise value for money.
CDM Consultancy
We offer CDM consultancy services including Principal Designer appointments and health & safety file preparation. Our consultants ensure compliance with CDM Regulations 2015 through pre-construction information management and site safety coordination. We provide ongoing client advice on health & safety obligations throughout the project lifecycle.
Pre-Contract Services
Our pre-contract services include initial cost estimates, elemental cost plans, and tender documentation preparation. We advise on procurement routes and conduct cost studies to evaluate design alternatives. Our team supports clients in achieving value engineering while maintaining budget parameters during the design development phase.
Post-Contract Services
Post-contract services involve valuation of work in progress, variation assessment, and final account preparation. We monitor costs throughout construction, recommend interim payments, and assist in resolving contractual disputes. Our financial reporting ensures clients maintain control over project expenditures until practical completion.
Heritage Refurbishments
Specialist services for historic building refurbishments include cost management for church renovations and listed property adaptations. We combine traditional surveying skills with modern conservation techniques to deliver sensitive upgrades. Our team has extensive experience in managing heritage projects while maintaining architectural integrity and meeting budget constraints.
People
Robin Hart
Director
Robin Hart is a Director at hartQS with a Masters in Quantity Surveying from Northumbria University. He qualified as a RICS member in 2011 and specialises in construction project financial management. His expertise includes building sustainability and cost control for complex developments.
Questions
What areas do you cover for construction projects?
We operate throughout the South West including Devon, Cornwall, Somerset, and Dorset for both residential and commercial developments.
Are you regulated by professional institutions?
Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and follow their professional codes of practice.
What project sizes do you typically handle?
We specialise in projects valued between £200,000 and £4 million, including new builds, refurbishments, and heritage projects.
Do you provide CDM services?
Yes, we offer CDM consultancy including Principal Designer appointments and health & safety compliance management under CDM Regulations 2015.
What experience do you have with residential projects?
We have extensive experience in architect-designed houses, barn conversions, and historic property refurbishments across the South West region.
