NEWS

 Vanguard Construction Consultants are carrying out a variety of Building Services Solutions for a number of clients across a diverse range of sectors. Please see below a summary of what we can offer.

For more information please e-mail either Patrick Homer or Chris Brittain at consultant@vanguard-consultants.com or for an informal chat call 0208 187 0507. Alternatively check us out at https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm

#construction #buildingservices

 Building magazine recently featured an interesting article in which it reported construction insolvencies outstrip those in hospitality and retail since the current pandemic began. Surprisingly, in all 1634 construction firms went under during the period, compared to the more visible sectors of 1378 in hospitality and 1355 in retail. It went onto say that many building projects where halted (both large and small scale) badly damaging volume for the construction industry.

See link to article https://lnkd.in/gyqWaD4

Vanguard Construction Consultants have been assisting a number of construction organisations during the these difficult times helping them improve cashflow. Please see below a summary of our Cash Recovery & Insolvency Services offering.

For more information e-mail either Jeremy Hughes, Chris Brittain or Patrick Homer at consultant@vanguard-consultants.com or for an informal chat call 0208 187 0507. Alternatively check us out at https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm

#construction #cashflow #insolvencyandrestructuring #infrastucture 

Vanguard Construction Consultants are currently helping a number of leading organisations within the construction and infrastructure industries. Please see below a summary of our Corporate Advisory Solutions offering.

For more information e-mail either Chris Brittain or Patrick Homer at consultant@vanguard-consultants.com or for an informal chat call 0208 187 0507. Alternatively check us out at https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm.

#construction #infrastucture #corporateadvisory 

Vanguard Construction Consultants have been providing Dispute Resolution and Dispute Avoidance Solutions to a wide range of clients around the UK. Please see a summary of our offering below.

For more information e-mail either Jeremy Hughes or Chris Brittain at consultant@vanguard-consultants.com or for an informal chat call 0208 187 0507. Alternatively check us out at https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm
#disputeresolution #disputeavoidance #disputesettlement #consultants 

 Vanguard Construction Consultants have been providing Project Management Services to clients from multiple sectors. Please see a summary of our Project Management offering below.

For more information e-mail either Patrick Homer or Chris Brittain at consultant@vanguard-consultants.com or for an informal chat call 0208 187 0507. Alternatively check us out at https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm
#projectmanagement #construction #consultants 

Last week we learnt about the Government’s reform of the Prompt Payment Code (PPC) slashing SME payments periods in half from 60-30 days, cracking down on delayed payments (1).

Whilst, this reform has been positively received by our Clients, the reality is 3,000 paying companies have only signed up so far, which is a very small section of the industry. Importantly, the Federation of Small Business (FSB) estimates 50,000 business’ close each year due to late payments, meaning far more companies need to commit and sign up to avoid a repeat of this shocking statistic.

Whilst progress will be made from this reform, there is still an undercurrent of dissatisfaction with many of our Clients fighting daily to get paid for work they have earned to ensure their short-term survival. This is where Vanguard can assist offering ‘cash recovery’ and ‘dispute resolution’ solutions. Vanguard is a multi-disciplinary practice and these are only a sample of the many solutions Vanguard can offer.

Visit https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm for more information.

(1) Source:https://lnkd.in/drkPMX2

#cashrecovery #disputeresolution

Following Rishi Sunak’s recent warning about the “economic emergency” now impacted further by the current lockdown, we are sharing ten key areas of focus which may assist our Clients. This week we are pleased to share our final three areas of focus:

1. Be Bold – are you looking through the right lens? Forecasts say this will be the biggest economic decline in over 300 years requiring radical change and bold decisions.
2. Advice – You are not expected to have all the answers. Do not be afraid to seek good advice and where necessary support.
3. The Prize – Times may be tough but forecasts indicate ‘light at the end of the tunnel’ by the end of 2022. The fit, lean and clean business will then thrive with less competition. The key is to prepare.

If you consider your business needs support in any of the areas we have raised over our four posts, then please get in touch.

Vanguard is a multi-disciplinary construction consultancy with offices in London and Warwickshire.

Visit https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm for more information on our wide range of services with UK coverage.

#construction #economicrecovery #quantitysurveying #projectmanagement #contractors #legalservices

After a memorable 2020, Vanguard would like to express our many thanks to all our new and future Clients for the opportunities that have come our way following our official launch on 5th November.

Our offices have re-opened today and we are looking forward to an exciting 2021. We have had an incredible initial response to our recent 'job opportunities' post on Linkedin which we will be following up over the coming days.

If you would like to discuss any of the services Vanguard provide which will support your business needs please get in touch.

All the best from the Vanguard Team for 2021.

Vanguard Construction Consultants are a multi-disciplinary construction consultancy with offices in London and Warwickshire.

Visit https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm for more information on our wide range of services with UK coverage.

#construction #contractors #opportunities2021 #multidisciplinary #projectmanagement #quantitysurveying

Vanguard Career Opportunities

Vanguard has an exciting pipeline of professional services opportunities working for varied clients ranging from sub-contractors and main Contractors to Developers / Asset Owners on schemes ranging from residential, industrial and commercial fit out.

As a result, we are looking for potential estimators, quantity surveyors and project managers for assignments starting during 2021 at various locations but primarily London, Birmingham and Manchester.

We welcome interest from experienced professionals capable of working on their own initiative as part of supportive team. Please note no agencies.

Interested? E-mail: consultant@vanguard-consultants.com

*Please visit our website for details of our Covid19 Response

Vanguard is a multi-disciplinary construction consultancy with offices in London and Warwickshire.

Visit https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm for more information on our wide range of services with UK coverage.

#construction #london #birmingham #manchester #consultancy

The Economic Tsunami is Coming – Part 3 of 4

Following Rishi Sunak’s recent warning about the “economic emergency” we are sharing ten key areas of focus which may assist our Clients. This week we are pleased to share the next four areas of focus:

1. Instinctiveness – Are you in the ‘calm before the storm’? Often the instinctive ‘gut feel’ tends to come to fruition. Do you have concerns over any situations, decisions, projects, pipeline etc.?
2. Efficiency - Do not rely on past business metrics and strategies. Ask yourself whether a ‘smarter and better way’ will get you fit for the future?
3. Change – Do not be afraid to change. Do not always do what you have always done. See change as a positive and not a negative.
4. Decisiveness – Time is of the essence. An effective action plan will need to be executed promptly as this is not the time for the ‘wait and see’ approach.

Vanguard has a wealth of experience undertaking a wide range of project and corporate transformation services.

Visit https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm for more information on our wide range of services with UK coverage.

#construction #economicrecovery #quantitysurveying #projectmanagment #contractors #transformationalchange

The Economic Tsunami is Coming – Part 2 of 4

Following Rishi Sunak’s recent warning about the “economic emergency” Vanguard are sharing ten key areas of focus which may assist our Clients. This week we are pleased to share the next two areas of focus:

1. Take stock - Do you know your true financial and programme baselines? In a crisis, robust, accurate reporting and analysis are vital throughout a business from live project reporting through to analysis of the whole organisational operational financial baseline.

2. Decision Making Process – Make sure you are armed with the right facts to make right decisions. Is the information you are relying on accurate, balanced and not one sided? Consider whether an alternative independent view would result in you making a different decision? Don’t forget these decisions can either ‘make or break’ a business.
 

Vanguard has a wealth of experience undertaking project and business audits in addition to our other commercial and operational services.

Visit https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm for more information on our wide range of services with UK coverage.

#construction #economicrecovery #cashflow #contractors #quantitysurveying #projectmanagement

Last week Rishi Sunak announced that the ‘’economic emergency” caused by Covid-19 has only just begun. Concerningly, the economic forecasts predict the biggest decline in over 300 years with the UK economy expected to shrink by a 11.3%.

Question - So how do you prepare your construction related business for the unprecedented times ahead?

Answer - Over the next few weeks, Vanguard will share posts touching on the following ten key areas of focus which may prove useful to our Clients:
1. Cash
2. Taking Stock
3. Decision Making Process
4. Instinctiveness
5. Efficiency
6. Change
7. Decisiveness
8. Be Bold
9. Advice
10. The Prize

Today we will touch on ‘Cash’. Top business leaders say ‘Cash is King’. Unlocking cash is of critical importance for any business. Whether this is through the timely recovery of monies for work properly undertaken or the prompt recovery of overdue retentions and aged debts.

If you consider cash flow is a concern, Vanguard provide services relating to unpaid aged debts, overdue retentions, interim valuation and final accounts. Visit https://lnkd.in/gbx_DMm for more information on our range of services with UK coverage.
#construction #economy #cashflow #contractors #quantitysurveying #projectmanagement

Today is the first day of the second corona virus lockdown.

Today is also bonfire night.

Today is also the day we have planned for some time to launch to our new business with a Bang!

In the circumstances a high-profile launch does not seem appropriate.

At the same time delaying the launch in the face of adversity, is contrary to our values, and the British spirit on which this Country is built, and which we know will eventually prevail over this pandemic.

Vanguard is the realisation of our vision to provide a construction consultancy run by hands on, grass rooted construction professionals who really understand the industry and the people who work in it and can offer both traditional and unique professional services in a cost effective manner. With an experienced team of supporting consultants, a brief example of the diverse range of services we can provide are set out below:

· Project management & Quantity Surveying

· Interim executive and management team solutions

· Dispute management / resolution / avoidance

· Corporate solutions including business due diligence and efficiency

· Insolvency Services / Cash Recovery

· Building services solutions

Please feel free to visit us at www.vanguard-consultants.com and view our services page in more detail.

Our offices in London and Warwickshire provide nationwide coverage and I will no doubt be in touch with all of you over the forthcoming weeks and months to explore how we may be able to help each other.

In the meantime please feel free to drop us an e-mail at consultant@vanguard-consultants.com or call 0208 187 0507 if there is anything Vanguard can help you with.