I-Cost provides comprehensive quantity surveying and commercial management services across the full project lifecycle — from pre-construction cost planning through to final account settlement. Our RICS and CIOB qualified professionals bring deep expertise in NEC, JCT, FIDIC and bespoke contract forms, deployed remotely or embedded on your team.
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We provide specialist quantity surveying and commercial management professionals for every stage of the construction lifecycle — contract negotiation, cost control, interim valuations, final account management, and dispute resolution.
Access experienced Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Estimators, and Construction Administrators on demand — deployed remotely or embedded on-site. Our professionals integrate with your workflows and hit the ground running.
Learn more →From project setup to site coordination, we provide the structure and oversight your projects need — whether through a remote PM or boots on the ground. Tracking, estimation, procurement automation, and timesheet management — handled.
Learn more →Specialist quantity surveying and commercial management across the full project lifecycle — cost planning, contract administration, interim valuations, final account settlement, value engineering, and claims support. Protecting your margins from inception to handover.
Learn more →Document control, RFI coordination, change order processing, timesheet entry, and cloud file organisation — handled by professionals who understand construction workflows inside out, working remotely or from your office.
Learn more →Modernise your operations with cloud-based project platforms, automated systems, real-time dashboards, and integrated procurement tools. We set it up, train your team, and support you through the transition.
Learn more →Finding the right construction professional should not hold your project back. I-Cost provides experienced Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Estimators, and Construction Administrators who integrate directly with your team — working remotely or embedded on-site, on your schedule, using your preferred tools and platforms.
Our professionals are not generalists. They are construction specialists with hands-on experience across residential, commercial, infrastructure, and fit-out projects. Whether you need someone in your site office five days a week or a remote QS managing your cost plans from a distance, we match the right person to the right delivery model for your project.
Contractors, developers, and consultancies who need experienced construction professionals without the cost and commitment of permanent hires. Ideal for project peaks, specialist expertise gaps, site-based roles, or ongoing flexible support.
Effective project management is the difference between a project that delivers on time and on budget, and one that spirals. I-Cost provides comprehensive project management support — remotely or with dedicated professionals embedded on your site — giving you the structure and visibility you need at every stage.
From initial project setup and programme development through to procurement coordination and site operations, our team handles the operational detail so your senior managers can focus on strategic decisions. We identify risks early, flag programme slippage before it becomes critical, and ensure every workstream is aligned with your commercial objectives.
Main contractors, subcontractors, and developers managing multiple live projects who need additional project management capacity without the recruitment timeline.
I-Cost provides the full spectrum of quantity surveying and commercial management services. Our team includes professionals who have held senior commercial positions within major contracting organisations. We bring expertise across NEC3 and NEC4, the full JCT suite, FIDIC conditions, and bespoke contract forms, ensuring we understand the specific commercial risks and obligations your project faces.
Our approach is outcome-focused. We work to increase project value, lower projected final costs, and protect your margins. Through value engineering, procurement optimisation, and proactive commercial management, we identify savings and opportunities that directly improve your bottom line. We do not just manage costs — we manage commercial risk strategically.
Contractors, developers, and project owners who need commercially astute QS support across the full project lifecycle. Whether you require a single quantity surveyor working remotely on your cost plan, a commercial team embedded on-site managing a complex NEC contract, or specialist claims and dispute expertise — we deploy the right professionals with the right experience for your project.
Our commercial management approach is driven by a commitment to maximising project value. Clients typically achieve 15-25% cost savings through proactive value engineering, rigorous procurement management, and early identification of commercial risk.
Behind every successful construction project is a well-organised back office. Document control, RFI management, change order processing, and compliance tracking are not glamorous — but when they fail, projects stall, costs escalate, and relationships suffer.
I-Cost provides dedicated construction administration professionals who take the operational burden off your project teams. Our administrators are not general office staff — they are construction-trained professionals who understand the terminology, the workflows, and the urgency. We work within your existing systems — Procore, Asite, Aconex, or SharePoint — and adapt to your processes from day one.
Any construction business drowning in paperwork. From small contractors managing submittals on a single project to large consultancies needing document control across a portfolio.
The construction industry is changing. Firms that embrace technology are delivering projects faster, cheaper, and with fewer errors. But implementing new systems is hard — especially when your team is already stretched across live projects.
I-Cost does not just recommend technology — we implement it, configure it, train your team, and support you through the transition. We start by understanding your current workflows, identify the biggest efficiency gains, and deploy solutions that your team will actually use. No bloated enterprise systems, no unnecessary complexity — just practical tools that make your projects run better.
Reduce manual data entry by up to 60% and gain real-time visibility across all active projects from day one.
Getting started with I-Cost takes days, not months. Here is how we deliver the construction support you need.
Tell us about your project, the roles you need, and the timeline. A free consultation usually takes less than 30 minutes.
Within 48 hours, we identify and present vetted construction professionals matched to your project needs and team culture.
Whether remote or on-site, our professionals integrate with your existing tools and workflows from day one. We adapt to you, not the other way around.
Regular performance reviews, your feedback actioned, and the flexibility to scale up or down as your project demands change.
| Engagement Model | Best For | How It Works |
|---|---|---|
| Project-Based | Short-term or defined scope work | Dedicated professional(s) for the duration of a specific project |
| Retainer | Ongoing or recurring support needs | Agreed hours per week/month with a dedicated professional |
| Ad-Hoc | Occasional or urgent requirements | On-demand access to professionals as and when needed |
| Team Augmentation | Scaling for project peaks | Multiple professionals deployed as an integrated extension of your team |
Our professionals have delivered projects across the full spectrum of the built environment. We bring contract-specific expertise to every sector and project type.
From luxury apartments to large-scale housing developments — cost planning, QS, and commercial management expertise for residential sector procurement and contract forms.
Office fit-outs, retail developments, and mixed-use schemes. We manage complex commercial contracts and keep projects on programme within budget, negotiating with multiple stakeholders.
Highways, utilities, rail, and public infrastructure. Deep expertise with NEC contracts, public sector procurement rules, and the rigorous cost management these complex schemes demand.
Schools and universities built to strict standards and tight budgets. We navigate public sector procurement, DfE requirements, and bespoke education-sector contract forms.
Healthcare construction requires meticulous planning, infection control compliance, and coordination with operational facilities. We support NHS and private healthcare projects with specialist contract knowledge.
From CAT A shell to complete interior refurbishment — detailed cost planning, commercial management, and contract administration for fast-track and complex fit-out projects.
Warehousing, distribution centres, and manufacturing facilities. We support industrial projects with commercial management, cost tracking, programme oversight, and bespoke contract expertise.
We are not a generalist staffing agency. We are construction specialists who deliver results.
Our senior consultants have held management positions within major contracting and client organisations. They understand programme deadlines, cost overruns, procurement complexities, and standard forms of contract. We bring not just experience, but commercial seniority and judgment.
Every professional holds industry qualifications including RICS, CIOB, MCIArb and other professional body memberships. We maintain continuing professional development and stay current with industry best practice, standard contracts, and dispute resolution approaches.
From feasibility studies and cost planning through contract administration, site-based commercial management, and final account settlement — we provide expertise at every stage of the construction lifecycle. You can rely on I-Cost for continuity from inception to handover.
We embed as a commercial partner, not just a supplier. Our vision is to be deeply integrated with your team, committed to protecting your interests and maximising your project value through every phase of delivery.
"I-Cost provided us with a QS who hit the ground running. Within a week, they had full visibility of our cost position and identified savings we had completely missed. The flexibility to have them work remotely and come to site when needed was exactly what our project required."
"We needed project management support across three live sites at short notice. I-Cost delivered two experienced PMs within 48 hours. They integrated with our team as if they had been there from day one."
"The back-office support from I-Cost transformed how we manage document control. Our project managers are now spending their time on delivery instead of paperwork. It has been a game-changer."
I-Cost was founded on a simple belief: that construction businesses deserve access to top-tier professional support without the cost, complexity, and risk of traditional hiring.
We are not a generalist staffing agency. Every member of our network is a construction specialist — experienced quantity surveyors, project managers, estimators, and administrators who have worked on real projects, managed real budgets, and solved real problems on site and in the office. Our consultants hold RICS, CIOB, and other professional body qualifications, and many have held senior commercial positions within major contracting and client organisations.
We are a multi-disciplined practice with experience across all sectors of the built environment. Whether you need specialist expertise in NEC contract administration, JCT contract negotiation, FIDIC conditions for international projects, or bespoke employer forms — we deploy professionals with the specific knowledge your project demands.
We combine deep industry knowledge with modern technology and flexible engagement models to give you the support you need, exactly when and where you need it. We embed as a commercial partner, providing continuity from pre-construction through to final account. No lengthy recruitment processes. No expensive permanent hires for temporary needs. Just the right people, deployed the right way, ready to deliver.
Work With Us →We never compromise on quality. Every candidate is rigorously vetted because your project reputation depends on it.
We embed as a commercial partner. We succeed when you succeed, which is why we invest in understanding your business and protecting your interests.
We embrace technology that makes construction better — not technology for its own sake.
No hidden fees, no surprise costs. We are upfront about what we deliver and what you can expect.
Expert perspectives on quantity surveying, commercial management, contract forms, and the future of construction delivery.
How comprehensive quantity surveying from inception to handover can identify and capture 15-25% cost savings through value engineering, procurement management, and commercial risk mitigation.
Recognise the warning signs before admin bottlenecks impact your programme deadlines and project margins.
Understanding the structural differences between standard forms and how they affect cost management, interim valuations, and your commercial exposure across the project lifecycle.
Whether you need a single QS working remotely on your cost plan, a commercial team embedded on-site managing a complex NEC contract, or specialist claims and dispute expertise — it starts with a conversation. Get in touch and we will arrange a free consultation within 24 hours.