Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Construction Cost Management
Osbornes is a Coventry-based firm of Chartered Quantity Surveyors, Project Managers, Contract Administrators, and Principal Designers with over 85 years of combined experience in the construction sector. Our expertise spans commercial, healthcare, education, industrial, sports and leisure, extra care, and residential sectors. We prioritise quality and value addition for clients through cost and project management. Our services are supported by a highly motivated team committed to fostering professional relationships with clients, stakeholders, and consultants. We promote teamwork and collaboration to achieve project objectives without compromising expectations or quality.The company is ISO 9001 and 14001 accredited, with directors and associates professionally qualified through institutions like RICS, CIOB, and APS. Our directors bring decades of experience in sectors such as healthcare, education, and commercial development. We maintain a client-centric approach, offering tailored solutions from project inception to completion. Our accreditations and sector-specific expertise ensure reliability and adherence to industry standards. Osbornes long-standing reputation is built on technical excellence, ethical practices, and a commitment to client satisfaction.
Services
Construction Cost Management
Project Management
Feasibility Studies
Principal Designer Appointment
PFI Cost Consultancy
Highlights and features
- We have over 85 years of combined experience in construction consultancy.
- Our team holds professional qualifications from RICS, CIOB, and APS.
- We offer sector-specific expertise in healthcare, education, and commercial projects.
- Our ISO 9001 and 14001 accreditations ensure quality and environmental standards.
- We prioritise client collaboration and tailored project solutions.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
Services
Construction Cost Management
Osbornes provides comprehensive cost management services, ensuring projects remain within budget while maintaining quality. Our expertise includes feasibility studies, procurement advice, and lifecycle cost analysis. We work across sectors to deliver cost-effective solutions tailored to client needs.
Project Management
We manage projects from inception to completion, coordinating stakeholders and consultants. Our services include contract administration, employer agent duties, and dispute resolution. With experience in healthcare and commercial sectors, we ensure timely and efficient delivery of complex developments.
Feasibility Studies
Osbornes conducts detailed feasibility studies to assess project viability, including cost evaluations and risk analysis. These studies inform strategic decisions for clients in sectors like healthcare and education, ensuring investments align with long-term objectives and budget constraints.
Principal Designer Appointment
We act as Principal Designers, ensuring health and safety compliance during project design. Our role includes coordinating design teams, managing risks, and advising on regulatory standards. This service is critical for complex developments in healthcare and industrial sectors.
PFI Cost Consultancy
Osbornes offers specialist PFI cost consultancy, supporting clients in public sector projects. Our services include business case preparation, fund monitoring, and expert witness support. We ensure value for money in large-scale healthcare and infrastructure developments.
People
Martin Cakebread
Director
Chartered Quantity Surveyor with expertise in healthcare, education, and commercial sectors. Joined Osbornes in 1993, specialising in cost and project management under traditional and design-build contracts.
Carl Matthews
Director
Project Management and Tenant Representative with experience in retail, leisure, and healthcare sectors. Joined Osbornes in 2011, supporting Marks and Spencer's property programmes since 2005.
Debra Suffolk
Director
Specialist in healthcare cost consultancy with 30 years' experience. Led major PFI developments and private healthcare projects, including Derby City General Hospital and St Michaels Hospice.
Alan Knight
Director
Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Builder with 38 years' experience in residential, healthcare, and commercial sectors. Joined Osbornes in 2011, previously a director at Davis Langdon for 12 years.
Questions
What services does Osbornes offer?
Osbornes provides quantity surveying, project management, feasibility studies, PFI cost consultancy, and Principal Designer services across commercial, healthcare, and education sectors.
Which sectors does Osbornes specialise in?
We specialise in healthcare, education, commercial, industrial, residential, and sports and leisure sectors, with decades of sector-specific expertise.
Are Osbornes ISO accredited?
Yes, Osbornes is accredited to ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) standards.
What is Osbornes' approach to project management?
We prioritise collaboration, client relationships, and tailored solutions, ensuring projects meet budget, quality, and timeline requirements across all sectors.
