What an As-Built Survey Actually Tells You
An as-built survey is more than a drawing – it’s proof of what’s been built. Here’s what it tells you, why it matters, and how it helps contractors and clients.
The Hidden Costs of Poor Survey Data (and How to Avoid Them)
One small survey error can snowball into big problems—programme delays, cost overruns, disputes, and safety risks. Learn how to avoid them and keep your project on track.
Cut, Fill, Done Right: How Volume Analysis Saves Time and Money
Volume analysis plays a vital role in managing construction projects. It reduces the risk of over-excavation and underestimation, optimising both time and costs.
Choosing the Right Survey Partner: What to Ask Before You Break Ground
Before you break ground, are you sure what lies beneath? From PAS 128 standards to survey turnaround times, here’s what every PM should ask before hiring a utility surveyor.
How the Building Safety Act Affects Site Engineers and Surveyors (Even on Non-Residential Projects)
Think the Building Safety Act only applies to high-rise flats? Think again. Here's what site engineers, surveyors, and contractors need to know—and how to stay compliant on infrastructure and highways projects.
What Are Utilities Surveys and Why Do They Matter on Construction Projects?
Before you break ground, what’s under the surface? Learn how utilities surveys help prevent delays, reduce risk, and improve planning on highways and building projects.
Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid in Site Engineering
Mistakes in site engineering can delay projects and increase costs. This guide breaks down the top 5 issues we see on site—and how to avoid them with clear, practical steps. A must-read for project managers, engineers, and construction students.
CICES vs. RICS in Surveying and Construction: Which Is Right For Your Career?
IWhen planning your career path in surveying and construction, two major professional organisations tend to come up in conversation - CICES and RICS. Based on our experience working across numerous construction projects in Hertfordshire and surrounding counties, we've put together this straightforward comparison to help you decide which membership would benefit you most.
Setting Out for Deep Drainage: A Comprehensive Guide
Deep drainage systems are critical components of modern infrastructure, responsible for managing water flow and preventing flooding, especially in areas prone to heavy rainfall. Proper setting out of deep drainage is crucial to ensure that these systems function effectively and are built to last. This guide is tailored for construction project managers, engineers, and students who are looking to understand and master the process of setting out deep drainage systems.