Benchmark
A full pre-construction partnership, concept to tender
The Benchmark service provides comprehensive builder-informed advisory throughout the design phase — a full pre-construction partnership from concept to tender. Iterative cost feedback across structured checkpoints keeps the project aligned as design decisions are made. A detailed Bill of Quantities is available as an optional add-on.
Start a Benchmark PartnershipWhat's included
The Benchmark service is our flagship engagement — a full pre-construction partnership that works alongside your design team through the entire design phase. It ensures projects reach tender with clear cost expectations and aligned documentation.
Key deliverables
Cost Position Analysis
Detailed assessment of project cost relative to budget with variance analysis.
Specification Review
Analysis of specified materials and finishes with budget implications.
Benchmark Report
Comprehensive report documenting all findings and recommendations.
Iterative Updates
Ongoing cost feedback as design evolves through the development phase.
Design Team Liaison
Direct communication with architects and consultants on cost matters.
Up to four checkpoints, timed to your design programme
Benchmark runs across the life of your design programme, with no fixed delivery period. Checkpoints are timed to your design milestones — Early Concept, Developed Design, Pre-Tender and Pre-Issue — with a full plan audit and cost position review at each stage.
Detailed Bill of Quantities
A builder-created Bill of Quantities providing a comprehensive, trade-level cost breakdown of the project. The BOQ is a separately priced module, available as an add-on to any Benchmark engagement rather than part of the core advisory.
Frequently asked questions
How many checkpoints does Benchmark cover?
Up to four — Early Concept, Developed Design, Pre-Tender, and Pre-Issue — tracking cost as the design actually develops.
Is a Bill of Quantities included?
Not in the Advisory tier. BOQ work is a separately priced module — see Advisory+BOQ if your project needs formal quantities.
Get comprehensive cost alignment
Submit your project to begin a Benchmark partnership — full builder-level cost intelligence and advisory alongside your design team, through the entire design phase.