Business Details
Expert Quantity Surveyors in Cambridge
Wilsons of Cambridge is a specialist quantity surveying and construction commercial consultancy with extensive expertise in dispute resolution and project management. Our Managing Director, John Wilson, brings over 30 years of hands-on experience across diverse construction sectors, having worked with contractors of all sizes from small subcontractors to international firms. We provide tailored services including contract administration, risk management, and legal support for construction claims, serving clients in the UK and Europe. Our team's deep understanding of NEC, JCT, and ICE contracts ensures robust commercial outcomes for complex projects.With a focus on precision and client advocacy, we deliver expert analysis of cost variations, extension of time claims, and loss and expense calculations. Our services extend to training programs on contract management and dispute resolution, reflecting our commitment to industry education. Operating from our Cambridge base with nationwide accessibility, we combine local expertise with international capability to support construction projects of all scales.
Services
Quantity Surveying
Legal Support
Training Services
Insurance Claims
Adjudicator Services
Risk Management
Contract Audit
Change Management
Fibre Sector QS
Rail Sector QS
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of quantity surveying experience across diverse construction sectors
- Specialist expertise in rail and fibre broadband infrastructure projects
- Proven track record in construction claims and legal support services
- Tailored training programs on NEC, JCT and contract management
- Nationwide service coverage with Cambridge-based operations
Services
Quantity Surveying
Our quantity surveying services cover pre-tender cost analysis, contract administration, and final account negotiations. We specialise in managing complex cost variations and contractual disputes across building and civil engineering projects. With expertise in NEC, JCT and ICE contracts, we ensure accurate cost control and compliance throughout project lifecycles.
Legal Support
We provide expert legal support for construction claims including extension of time, loss and expense calculations, and critical path analysis. Our team prepares comprehensive documentation for dispute resolution and supports clients through adjudication processes. With deep knowledge of contract interpretation, we help resolve conflicts between project parties effectively.
Training Services
Our training programs cover NEC3/NEC4, JCT contracts, and construction claims management. Delivered through workshops and seminars, these courses develop practical skills in contract administration and dispute resolution. Tailored sessions address specific project requirements, enhancing teams' capabilities in managing construction project challenges.
Insurance Claims
We specialise in preparing and evaluating construction insurance claims, including loss and expense calculations. Our detailed analysis supports claims submission and negotiation processes. We help clients document impacts of project changes and delays, ensuring accurate valuation of insurance recoveries for construction-related losses.
Adjudicator Services
As experienced adjudicators, we provide impartial assessment of construction disputes. Our services include evaluating contract compliance, quantifying cost variations, and resolving interpretation conflicts. We support clients through formal adjudication processes, delivering fair and technically sound decisions that consider all project documentation and contractual obligations.
People
John Wilson
Managing Director
Chartered Builder and Civil Engineering Surveyor with over 30 years' experience across construction sectors. Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, specialising in contract management and dispute resolution. Led numerous complex projects for contractors of all sizes, delivering expert commercial solutions.
Questions
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in building projects, civil engineering infrastructure, and utilities including fibre broadband and rail sector projects.
Do you handle both domestic and international projects?
While based near Cambridge, we operate throughout the UK and Europe with clients in various construction sectors.
What contract types do you work with?
We have expertise in NEC (2,3,4), JCT, ICE, and bespoke contract forms across different project types.
Can you assist with construction dispute resolution?
Yes, we provide adjudication services and support clients through claims preparation and legal proceedings.
Do you offer training programs for construction professionals?
We deliver tailored training on contract management, NEC/JCT contracts, and construction claims handling.
How do you support insurance claims processes?
We prepare and evaluate construction insurance claims, including detailed cost analysis and documentation support.
