SERVICE
Design-Build Construction in Nottingham
Design-build is the fastest, most cost-certain way to deliver a building. As your single point of contract, we own the design, the build and the risk — so you don't have to coordinate competing consultants and contractors.
BENEFITS
Why clients choose us.
Faster Delivery
Overlapping design and construction shaves 20–30% off traditional programmes.
Cost Certainty
One fixed price, agreed early, with open-book cost reporting throughout.
Single Accountability
One contract, one team, one responsible party for every defect or delay.
Fewer Variations
Design and build coordinated from day one means fewer change orders mid-build.
Risk Transfer
Design risk sits with the design-build contractor, not the client.
Better Buildability
Constructors influence the design before drawings are frozen.
OUR PROCESS
Five steps. No surprises.
- 01
Consult
Free site visit, brief workshop, feasibility review.
- 02
Design
Concept, planning and technical design to RIBA stages 1–4.
- 03
Estimate
Open-book BOQ and a fixed lump-sum proposal.
- 04
Build
On-site delivery with weekly cost & programme reporting.
- 05
Handover
Snag-free handover, O&M manuals and 12-month defect cover.
SECTORS WE SERVE
AREAS WE COVER
Design-Build Construction across the East Midlands.
We deliver this service across every city we serve. Tap your area for local insight, planning intel and a direct line to the team.
FAQS
Common questions.
How much does design-build cost in Nottingham?+
Design-build typically costs 5–10% less than traditional procurement once variations and consultant fees are factored in. We provide a fixed lump-sum after RIBA Stage 3.
How long does a typical design-build project take?+
A £1–3M commercial scheme usually runs 9–14 months from appointment to handover, depending on planning timelines and scope.
Do you handle planning permission?+
Yes — we manage the entire planning application, including pre-app advice, public consultation and condition discharge.
GET STARTED
Ready to break ground?
Tell us about your project and get a free, no-obligation consultation within one working day.