SGF Consulting

Experienced commercial support.
Flexible arrangements.
No full-time commitment required.

At SGF Consulting, we provide independent Quantity Surveying, commercial management and contractual support to construction businesses across the UK and Ireland.Working with subcontractors, growing construction businesses and established main contractors, we offer practical, commercially focused support across a wide range of sectors, with particular experience in civil engineering, water infrastructure and utilities.From ongoing commercial support through our flexible monthly retainers to project-specific consultancy and interim Quantity Surveying services, we help businesses manage contracts, control costs, recover payments, protect profitability and minimise commercial risk.We understand the challenges of delivering construction projects while keeping on top of contractual obligations, variations, payment applications and commercial administration. Our approach is straightforward, proactive and tailored to the needs of each business.Through our sister business, SGF Performance, we also help organisations improve operational efficiency with bespoke Microsoft 365 applications, digital site records, automated workflows and practical business process improvements.Whether you need a trusted commercial partner, additional project support or better systems to manage your business, SGF is here to help.

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"The right commercial support protects your margins, strengthens your contracts, improves your processes and gives you the confidence to grow."

At SGF Consulting, we provide practical commercial management, Quantity Surveying and contractual support to construction businesses of all sizes, from smaller subcontractors and growing regional contractors through to established main contractors and major organisations.With particular experience in civil engineering, water infrastructure, utilities and construction, we understand the commercial pressures faced by businesses delivering projects in today's market. We also support contractors across other sectors, adapting our approach to their projects, contracts and individual requirements.Our aim is simple: to help construction businesses protect their commercial interests, manage risk, improve profitability and maintain control of their projects.COMMERCIAL SUPPORT THAT WORKS FOR YOUR BUSINESSNot every contractor needs, or can justify employing a full-time Quantity Surveyor or Commercial Manager. However, having access to experienced commercial support can make a significant difference to how effectively a business manages its contracts, recovers payment and protects its margins.SGF Consulting offers flexible monthly retainers, giving businesses access to ongoing commercial and contractual advice for an agreed monthly fee.Whether you need guidance on NEC contractual obligations, bespoke contracts, assistance with compensation events, support with payment applications, or advice on a developing commercial dispute, we're here to help you make informed decisions and protect your position.For businesses requiring more involved assistance, we also provide outsourced commercial management, project-specific consultancy and interim Senior Quantity Surveying support.OUR COMMERCIAL SERVICESOur services cover the full commercial lifecycle, including:- Contract review, contractual advice and risk management
- NEC3/4 and bespoke contract administration
- Compensation events, variations and change management
- Early warnings, contractual notices and correspondence
- Applications for payment, valuations and payment assessments
- Cost value reconciliations (CVRs), forecasting and financial reporting
- Tendering, estimating and subcontract procurement
- Measurement, final accounts and commercial reconciliation
- Claims preparation, dispute avoidance and commercial negotiations
- Commercial process improvement, reporting systems and project controlsWe work with clients, main contractors and subcontractors, providing clear, practical advice to help them understand their contractual obligations, identify commercial risks and recover the value of work undertaken.EXPERIENCE ACROSS COMPLEX CONTRACT ENVIRONMENTSAlongside our core civil engineering and infrastructure experience, SGF Consulting has worked extensively within facilities management and capital project environments, including projects delivered under NEC4 Facilities Management Contracts and the X27 Project Orders provisions.Our experience includes supporting government-related projects, secure operational sites and highly governed environments where contractual compliance, auditability, confidentiality and accurate commercial records are essential.We bring the same level of care, attention to detail and commercial diligence to every client, regardless of the size or complexity of their projects.A COMMERCIAL PARTNER, NOT JUST ANOTHER CONSULTANTWe understand that construction businesses are busy delivering work. Commercial administration, contractual deadlines and payment issues can quickly become difficult to manage alongside the demands of running projects and managing site teams.Our approach is straightforward. We take the time to understand your business, communicate clearly and provide practical solutions that support the way you work.We're not here to complicate processes or create unnecessary paperwork. We're here to help you strengthen your commercial position, improve visibility over your projects and make better-informed decisions.Whether you need occasional contractual guidance, an ongoing commercial partner or additional support during particularly demanding periods, SGF Consulting offers a flexible alternative to expanding your permanent team.FLEXIBLE WAYS TO WORK WITH USWe recognise that every business has different requirements, which is why we offer several ways to access our services.Monthly Commercial RetainersOngoing contractual advice, change management guidance and commercial support for a predictable monthly fee, with an agreed level of service to suit your business.Project-Specific ConsultancyDefined services for individual projects or commercial matters, including contract reviews, compensation events, final accounts, claims and commercial process improvements.Interim Commercial ManagementExperienced Senior Quantity Surveying and commercial management support on a freelance basis, available for short-term assignments, longer-term projects or periods of increased workload.Visit our Pricing page to explore our day rates and monthly commercial support packages, or contact us to discuss a bespoke arrangement.BEYOND COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT — SGF PERFORMANCEThrough our sister business, SGF Performance, we help construction businesses and other organisations improve the way they operate through practical digital solutions, more efficient processes and better use of their existing technology.Bespoke Microsoft 365 Business SolutionsWe design and develop bespoke business applications and digital management systems using Microsoft 365 and the Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, SharePoint, Power Automate and Power BI.Our solutions are built around how your business actually works, rather than expecting your business to adapt to an off-the-shelf system.For construction contractors and subcontractors, these solutions can include:- Digital daily site records, site diaries and activity reporting
- Labour, plant and resource recording
- Measured works and quantity tracking
- Variations and compensation event registers
- Site inspections, maintenance and asset registers
- Material ordering and delivery records
- Automated approvals, notifications and document processes
- Commercial dashboards, reporting and project performance trackingWhether you're looking to replace paper records, reduce repetitive administration, improve communication between site and office, or gain better visibility over your projects, SGF Performance can help develop a solution suited to your business.Our approach focuses on providing practical, affordable systems using Microsoft's established business technology, with clearly agreed development costs and optional ongoing support.Solutions can be tailored to individual requirements and designed to work alongside your existing Microsoft 365 environment, subject to the necessary licensing and technical requirements.People, Processes and PerformanceAlongside our digital solutions, SGF Performance also supports businesses with workplace performance, team culture, leadership development and employee wellbeing.By combining practical commercial knowledge with digital process improvements, we aim to help businesses operate more efficiently, strengthen accountability and support the people responsible for delivering their projects.Visit www.sgfperformance.co.uk to explore our digital solutions and find out how we can help improve the way your business operates.

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Whether you need stronger commercial processes, clearer cost visibility, improved reporting, better contract control, or additional support within your commercial team, SGF Consulting provides practical, experienced support tailored to your business and project needs.
SGF Consulting works nationwide across the UK and Ireland, and can also support projects remotely outside of the UK, with occasional travel where required.Get in touch to discuss your project requirements and how SGF Consulting may be able to help.- Call 07473 890835
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