Your partner from first sketch to final key
Working to anticipate and fulfil our clients' needs before they are aware of them. A process-driven, technology-enabled platform that delivers predictable projects — at home in the UK and internationally.
Design-Build
As a team we've embraced the Design-Build method, where the owner, architect and contractor collaborate seamlessly from the start. Contrary to misconception, this approach doesn't compromise control or inflate costs — it allows ongoing cost assessment during design, ensuring accurate budgeting.
Our commitment to this strategy delivers on average approximately 10% savings on project cost or duration. We invest the time and effort needed for mutual success, avoiding pitfalls and ensuring a seamless construction process.
Discuss Your ProjectRJK Pre-Construction Guarantee
Through our unique method — dubbed the "RJK Process" — we assure our clients a minimum of 10% savings in either their budget or project duration. Should we fail to deliver on this promise, our pre-construction services will be provided at no cost.
Improving the process, together
Our goal is to provide more certainty in the construction process. With an understanding of what you consider valuable, coupled with thoughtful planning, your experience on our process-driven platform results in a level of service beyond what you've come to expect.
From pre-construction services during the design phase to construction and beyond, bringing us in early in the development lifecycle creates a more coordinated and efficient result. With practical planning at any stage, we examine scope and find opportunities — whether via lifecycle cost analysis or using more sustainable materials and efficient components to maximise your return on investment.
Reduce guesswork
We take the guesswork out of what is happening behind the scenes with a dynamic team that manages projects, automates workflows and rapidly builds new solutions — using tools our people love, backed by the security of an information system and years of experience.
In summary, BIM empowers our clients and teams with a holistic view of projects, enabling informed decisions and enhancing overall quality and profitability.
- Clash detection & coordination
- 4D scheduling & sequencing
- Cost & carbon modelling
- Digital handover & asset data
At a glance
Plan, manage and track all of your team's tasks with a state-of-the-art information system. Our process automates routine tasks so you can focus on the work that matters — prioritise tasks, set due dates and check statuses at a glance.
Vision & Entitlements
Walking a potential project site with you, assisting with planning and consents from the outset.
Design & Pricing
Coordinated estimating, procurement strategy and design-stage cost control.
Build & Commission
Safely delivered construction with live reporting, quality and specialist management.
Handover & Beyond
Digital handover, aftercare and lifecycle support — long after practical completion.
We utilise leading software to manage, view and document job sites
Procore — Project Management
Our teams are connected via a project information platform so we can make better decisions faster. Better control of outcomes, minimised risk, one source of truth.
TrueLook — Construction Cameras
Live job-site viewing, time-lapse photography and HD security recording for the modern construction site.
Sage — Integrated Accounting
Single-entry accounting and project cost management, giving instant access to critical financial information.
7 Common Pitfalls in Contracting
Practical guidance drawn from years on site and at the boardroom table.
- Not giving clear specifications on what you want a contractor to quote on. Without clear specifications you cannot compare like for like — some builders simplify specs to reduce cost and reach contract.
- Not requesting an open-book policy, so you can see the quotes backing up a number and be sure a project is priced properly.
- Going with the cheapest contractor — especially if the quote is far below the rest. The reason is often a scope left out, or a contractor in financial difficulty.
- Too many allowances, or allowances not backed up by quotes, which can lead to unintended extra costs.
- Not offering to pay for your builder's bid. Bidding costs time and money — and should be credited to the project if that contractor is selected.
- Not asking for a discount for paying upfront. Contractors should be paid monthly against the percentage complete of a mutually agreed schedule of values.
- Hiring contractors or subcontractors who are unlicensed or lack the necessary insurance for the scope.