Our missions
Construction Economist within the Design Team
The construction economist within the design team plays a strategic role at the heart of the project. At the crossroads of technical, economic, and regulatory considerations, they support the design and delivery of the works with a comprehensive, structured, and operational approach.
During the design phase, they improve the reliability of quantity takeoffs, keep the budget envelope under control, and contribute to the technical and economic optimisation of construction choices. During the construction phase, they monitor compliance with cost, schedule, and technical requirements to ensure the project remains consistent through to handover.
In a context of increasing regulatory complexity and stricter environmental requirements, the construction economist provides a clear framework, a cross-disciplinary perspective, and a common language between stakeholders. As the technical and financial eye of the design team, they are a key partner in delivering projects that are clearer, better controlled, and more sustainable.
Our Services as a Project Management Economist
Full-scope cost consultancy services within the design team
During the design and competition phase
Verification of the project’s financial consistency with the preliminary budget envelope
Definition of execution timeframes
Estimated Construction Cost
BIM modeling of the project
During the contractor tender phase
Drafting of technical specifications, bills of quantities, and bills of quantities templates
Assistance with the preparation of the tender package
Review of contractors’ applications
Analysis of bids and review of any proposed alternatives
Drafting of the bid analysis report, including any necessary clarifications.
During the construction phase
Monitoring of work progress
Review of quotations for change orders
Verification of monthly and final accounts, and preparation of interim payment certificates
Cost Estimates During the Design Phase
Precise and detailed estimation of each trade package during the design phase, from the outline design stage (ESQ) through to the project design stage (PRO):
Creation of the digital model and 3D quantity takeoff (see our method)
Verification and optimisation of projected costs in order to avoid budget overruns
Preparation of Bills of Quantities
Optimisation of projected costs
Drafting of technical specifications
Detailed definition of technical specifications by trade.
Detailed description of materials, processes, finishes, and tolerances.
Assurance of regulatory compliance and quality of execution.
Technical consistency and uniformity of the scope of work
Contractual reference framework for contractors and the design team.
Quantity Takeoffs and Drafting of Bills of Quantities Templates
Conversion of the technical specifications into quantity tables by work item.
Structuring of line items: description, unit, quantity, remarks.
Standardisation of pricing across the contractors being consulted
Simplified analysis and comparison of bids
Precise quantity control and verification of interim payment applications.
Preparation of the Tender Package
Compilation and verification of documents: technical specifications, bills of quantities, particular administrative conditions, drawings, and administrative documents.
Verification of the technical and contractual consistency of the document package.
Drafting or updating tender documents depending on the type of consultation procedure.
Assistance with the distribution of tender documents and the management of contractors’ responses.
Objective: a clear tender process, comparable bids, and an informed selection of contractors.
ACT (Assistance with the Award of Construction Contracts)
ACT phase carried out in collaboration with the design team:
Preparation of the shortlist of candidates based on criteria defined in advance
Comparative analysis of contractors’ bids and any proposed alternatives
Preparation of all documents required for the award of the construction contract, including in particular the drafting of the commitment deed and the Particular Administrative Conditions (CCAP).
Multi-Trade Cost Monitoring of Projects
Cost Monitoring of Projects
Review of change orders
Verification of monthly payment certificates and final accounts
