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Estimating

Overview

Good decisions start with clear numbers. We help clients understand what their projects will cost, and why.

Our cost estimates are clear, consistent, and based on real data. We support every stage of a project, from first ideas to final delivery. We work globally but understand local markets. That means you get the best of both. Whether you're planning, buying, or building, we help you stay in control.

Our experience

We’ve estimated costs for all kinds of projects, across all kinds of sectors, including healthcare, transport, energy, education and more . We know that each sector is unique, and our specialist sector teams bring their experience and knowledge to your project. Our work helps clients set budgets, test options, and reduce risk.

Supporting energy companies in the UK

newcleo is pioneering small modular reactors – the next generation of nuclear energy. They asked us to shape a best-in-class estimating capability, and that’s exactly what we’re doing.

Our experts are embedding global best practice into their Intelligent Client (IC) function. From tools and strategies to ways of working, we’re setting up systems that deliver cost confidence at every stage.

We’ll also support their Project Management Office (PMO) with hands-on estimating expertise. That means guiding today’s decisions and preparing for the projects ahead.

Groundbreaking cancer care facilities in the UAE

We’re providing early-stage estimating and ongoing cost advice for the Hamdan Bin Rashid Cancer Hospital, part of Dubai Health’s new academic health system. Our team benchmarked costs against regional facilities, structured estimates to support donor funding, and continue to manage scope and risk through clear, data-backed reporting. With design evolving and donations in play, precision matters. Our estimating expertise is helping Dubai Health make confident decisions now, so they can deliver world-class cancer care by 2026.

Our capabilities

We build cost plans that are simple, solid, and based on facts. These include:

Capital and lifecycle cost estimates
Option appraisals
Budget checks
Procurement-ready cost plans

Clients rely on us for estimate validation and change order estimating. As projects change, we make sure our clients have clarity and confidence about costs.

We use 5D BIM tools, as well as the tools contractors are using, such as Trimble and CostX. Our team provides real-time data to keep everything up to date. We work closely with engineers, designers and buyers. Our work is clear and precise, so you can rely on the results.

Working with us

We keep things simple, clear, and honest. That builds trust and cuts down on risk.

We focus on early-stage accuracy. That helps you avoid problems later. We tailor our service to fit your needs — public or private, small or large.

Our goal is simple: to give you cost certainty. By becoming a core part of your team, we help to deliver your project with confidence.