
Surveying & Construction Knowledge Hub
Looking to better understand the construction process or avoid costly mistakes? Our blog is packed with practical advice, real-world experience, and clear explanations to help you deliver successful projects from start to finish.
How Much Does an Employer’s Agent or Contract Administrator Cost?
Find out what influences Employer’s Agent and Contract Administrator fees, why early involvement saves money, and tips for choosing the right consultant for your project.
10 Common Mistakes Developers and Clients Make Before Starting a Build (and How to Avoid Them)
Avoid costly delays and disputes by learning the 10 most common mistakes developers make before starting a build, and how to avoid them. From planning conditions to contractor selection, here’s how to set your project up for success.
The Importance of a Clear Employer’s Requirements Document in JCT Contracts
A clear Employer’s Requirements (ERs) document is essential under JCT contracts to avoid disputes, control costs, and set the quality standard. Here’s why it matters and how to get it right.
Why a Pre-Contract Service Agreement (PCSA) and Early Contractor Involvement Can Set Your Construction Project Up for Success
Discover how a Pre-Contract Service Agreement (PCSA) and early contractor involvement can save time, control costs, and improve build quality. Learn how it fits into two-stage tendering and how a skilled project manager coordinates legal matters, neighbourly issues, and lender requirements.
High-End Luxury New Build and Self Build Project Management in Sandbanks, Canford Cliffs & Isle of Purbeck
High-end luxury new build and self build project management in Sandbanks, Canford Cliffs, Isle of Purbeck and surrounding areas. ONFORM provides expert early-stage involvement to avoid costly disputes and ensure your project is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standard.
What Is a Lender’s Independent Monitoring Surveyor (IMS) / Bank Surveyor and Why You Need One
ONFORM provides RICS-compliant Independent Monitoring Surveyor (IMS) services across Bournemouth, Poole, Christchurch, Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Berkshire, Surrey, and London. We protect lender investments by monitoring cost, programme, quality, and compliance from pre-loan due diligence to project completion.
De-Risking New Build Construction Projects: What Developers and Funders Need to Know
From ground conditions to contract setup, new build projects carry hidden risks. Here's how ONFORM helps developers and funders de-risk delivery from day one.
Commercial to Residential Conversions: What Developers Need to Know
Commercial-to-residential conversions offer strong potential, but come with real risks. Here’s how ONFORM helps developers de-risk, deliver and stay compliant.
Luxury Self-Build Projects: How to Avoid Cost Overruns and Disputes
Luxury self-builds are exciting, but without the right setup, they can lead to spiralling costs, delays, or disputes. Learn how ONFORM helps private clients deliver bespoke homes with confidence, by managing risk, contracts, and coordination from day one.
What Is an Employer’s Agent — And Do You Need One?
Wondering what an Employer’s Agent does under a Design & Build contract? Learn how ONFORM represents the client, manages risk, and ensures the contract is properly delivered.
What Does a Contract Administrator Do in Construction?
A clear guide to what a Contract Administrator does, when you need one, and how ONFORM supports clients to manage construction contracts with confidence.
Do I Need a Party Wall Notice? A Practical Guide for Developers and Homeowners
Planning a new build, extension or loft conversion? Learn when a Party Wall Notice is required, who to serve, and how to avoid delays or disputes with neighbours.
What Does a Construction Project Manager Actually Do? (UK Guide for Developers & Self Build Clients)
A practical guide for developers and self-builders on what a construction project manager does — and how early input helps deliver successful projects.