Latest Qs from Construction Q

Community Case Study: Joshua Tree

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:24:49 GMT

A New Build Respite Centre for The Joshua Tree

Project Overview

Client: The Joshua Tree

Location: Nantwich

Project Value: £850,000

Scope: New-build respite centre

Phase 1 Completion: 2019

Our Involvement

In 2017, Construction Q were invited to tender for the Quantity Surveying services for the new-build respite centre for The Joshua Tree in Nantwich. Recognising the escalating consultancy costs and the limited funding available to the charity, we made the decision to donate our services entirely on a pro-bono basis

Our remit extended further than this as we also brought in members of our own supply chain who were happy to donate their services. This was an extremely rewarding project and works were completed in 2019. We provided Cost Planning, BQ’s, Tender Services and Post Contract Valuations and Cost Management. We even sponsored the final window graphics for the grand opening when it became apparent there was nothing left in the kitty.

Community Impact

Working alongside Dai, Linda and the Joshua Tree team was a privilege, and the project inspired further involvement beyond construction. CQ’s Fiona and Mark even took part in a charity Dragon Boat Race to raise additional funds.

Project Legacy

Phase 2 recently featured on the BBC’s DIY SOS, where Nick Knowles and the team delivered a 375m² extension in just 12 days—a testament to the importance and momentum of the foundation’s work. Having supported Phase 1, we understand the remarkable scale of this achievement.

Project Highlights

100% Pro Bono Services Provided

Supply Chain Contributions Secured

Delivered to Support Families Affected by Childhood Cancer

Commercial Case Study: Noshi

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:24:28 GMT

Works have recently been completed at Noshi, a new 120-cover modern pan-Asian restaurant and cocktail bar delivered by Daniel James Interiors in the heart of Nottingham.

Project Overview

Client: Noshi

Project Value: Undisclosed

Completion: 2025

Positioned as “a sensory journey shaped by flavour, detail, and atmosphere,” Noshi brings a contemporary, design-led dining experience to the city and stands as a notable addition to Nottingham’s expanding culinary landscape.

Daniel James Interiors led the interior transformation, working closely with Construction Q, who provided full commercial and cost-management support from pre-construction through to project completion. This included budget planning, procurement advice, valuation management, and financial reporting to ensure the scheme remained commercially robust while meeting the client’s design ambitions.

The project required a highly coordinated approach between design, construction, and specialist trades. With a tight delivery programme and significant bespoke elements—from custom joinery and feature lighting to textured wall finishes and carefully planned zoning—the team maintained close communication and agile problem-solving throughout. Despite the fast-track nature of the build, the project achieved a unique, high-quality finish that reflects the restaurant’s brand and experiential brief.

The successful completion of Noshi demonstrates the strength of collaboration between Daniel James Interiors, Construction Q, and the wider supply chain. It represents another standout scheme in the Daniel James portfolio and contributes a distinctive new venue for Nottingham’s hospitality sector.

Community Case Study: Tŷ Gobaith

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:23:12 GMT

Children and families across North Wales and Cheshire are now able to receive the care they need and make lasting memories thanks to the brand-new extension at Tŷ Gobaith.

Project Overview

Client: Hope House Hospice, Ty Gobaith

Project Value: £620,000

Completion: 2025

On Tuesday May 6th 2025, the multi-use care and family suite was officially unveiled. The whole scheme was entirely grant funded.

Featuring a fully equipped care bedroom with beautiful views across the Conwy River, a family bedroom to allow parents and brothers and sisters to stay, a medical station and fully accessible bathroom.

Working alongside BEST Construction and TACP Architects, Construction Q provided full PMQS support on a pro bono basis.

Project Manager Polly Roberts said:

"We were extremely lucky to find Construction Q where a chance phone call led to Fiona navigating us through a much needed extension to our Children's Hospice in Conwy. Fiona gave her time and services for free which meant the money saved could be spent on the children and families we support. Fiona was fully engaged throughout the build with site visits and monthly valuations which resulted in money being saved at every stage. This is important for any organisation but you can imagine more so for a charitable organisation. Nothing was too much trouble, and we were provided with an extremely high-quality service.

We will be forever grateful to Construction Q who we have built a wonderful relationship with, and they continue to support us with all our current and future projects at both of our children's hospices."

Education Case Study: WaterSHED

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:20:16 GMT

WaterSHED Development – Wardle Academy

Project Overview

Client: Wardle Academy

Project Value: £1,000,000

Completion: 2025

The WaterSHED project transformed an outdated sports hall into a bright, eco-friendly learning and dining space at the heart of Wardle Academy. Funded through Watergrove Trust reserves and Local Authority support, the 12-month scheme delivered a modern facility designed for flexibility, wellbeing, and long-term sustainability.

BDP led the architectural design, with Construction Q providing Project Management and QS services throughout. The team oversaw cost control, programme management, and coordination across all stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery on a live school site.

The new space now supports a wide range of teaching and dining activities, bringing improved flow, natural light, and high-quality finishes that uplift the student experience. Its innovative design and environmental credentials earned national recognition, including the Architects’ Journal AJ Architecture Award 2022.

A true example of how creative collaboration can reshape educational environments for the better.

Lest we forget ...

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 18:30:53 GMT

On November 11th, people across the UK and Commonwealth will be celebrating Remembrance Day to honour armed forces members who have died in the line of duty. CQ offices and sites will be observing a minutes silence as a mark of respect,

“When you go home tell them of us and say, for your tomorrow we gave our today”.

CedriQ returns for Bramhall Duck Race 2022!

Thu, 12 May 2022 17:09:25 GMT

Quack quack - it’s back! That’s right, the annual Duck Race at Bramhall Park is back on the summer social calendar. Organised by the Bramhall & Woodford Rotary, this years event will be in aid of Motor Neurone Disease. They help provide local practical support for those living in Greater Manchester with Motor Neurone Disease, via a dedicated team of local volunteers, many of whom have had personal experience and feel driven to help others.

As previous occupants of the winners enclosure, CedriQ will be hoping there will be no ‘fowl’ play and he can scare off his fellow Bramhall businesses to scoop 1st place!

Starting at 11.00am, there will be a variety of duck races to watch and there will be speciality races with local celebrities and businesses getting involved by decorating giant plastic ducks who will go beak to beak in the river. Entry is still free but please enter a duck in a race for just a pound. You could be a winner of £100!

Visit www.bwrotary.org or the Facebook page Bramhall and Woodford Rotary for information.

Paint The Town Pink

Wed, 11 May 2022 17:12:52 GMT

Open networking with Construction Q and Analysis Legal in our Bramhall Office on Wednesday 25th May. As part of a community initiative, CQ are getting involved in ‘Painting Bramhall Pink’. This pink themed coffee morning aims to raise much needed funds for the fantastic charity ‘Prevent Breast Cancer’ Please pop along with a donation (and anything pink!) to show your support.

International Women's Day

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 18:18:34 GMT

In a male dominated industry, Construction Q are proud to have a diverse workforce and this was celebrated on International Womens Day 2022.

Part of the #breakthebias movement, CQ are proud to work alongside the Northern Power Women working towards a world that is diverse, equitable and inclusive. This was recognised in 2019 when we were awarded the Northern Power Women Awards Small Business of the Year in recognition of the work we do to celebrate Women in Construction. Today, and every day, we recognise the fantastic women in our business, the women we work with, and the women that we inspire through our work on careers in construction. We also celebrate the the men who help us on our journey to raise awareness against bias and support is in the work we do. As Michelle Obama said, ‘there is no limit to what we, as women, can achieve’.

Shortlisted for Entrepreneur of the Year!

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 18:15:53 GMT

Outstanding leaders and businesses based in the North of England were recognised in Manchester last night at the Northern Power Women Awards 2022, sponsored by EY. The Awards celebrate both individuals and businesses who are pushing boundaries and leading the way to accelerate gender equality and social mobility from the North of England. No stranger to The Northern Power Women Awards, we were delighted that our Founder, Fiona Hull, was amongst those shortlisted for the Entrepreneur of the Year. Alongside finalists from Dragons Den and Blue Chip companies, Fiona was delighted to be named alongside such an esteemed list.

Alison Kay, Managing Partner for Client Service at headline sponsor, EY UK and Ireland, said her organisation was delighted to sponsor the event:

“There was a lot of tough competition on the shortlist and the winners – both individuals and organisations – offer outstanding examples of how we can drive real change and use influence and power for the benefit of many. It was a pleasure to support these awards and to showcase these outstanding leaders.”

Simone Roche MBE, Founder and CEO of Northern Power Women, commented:

“This year’s Award winners once again represent the outstanding leaders and role models present in and from the North. They are creating change and using their power and influence to benefit a huge number of people and are embodying the Northern Power Women ethos of inspiring people to use their PoWEr for good and advancing gender equality.”

While the Awards ceremony plays an important role in recognising role models, Northern Power Women delivers a range of reports, webinars, mentoring programmes, podcasts, and networking events throughout the year to continue the campaign towards gender equality.

For more information visit www.northernpowerwomen.com

Football's coming home!

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 14:10:00 GMT

Please Gareth…… no penalties tonight! #englandvgermany #penalties #liquidateddamages #contractclauses #italia90

Chorley FC Match Ball Sponsor

Fri, 22 Jan 2021 03:15:40 GMT

Construction Q is the official Match Ball Sponsor for our local team and underdogs Chorley FC, as they take on the hungry Wolverhampton Wanderers tonight! We’re loving this graphic created to mark the occasion by our design partners and Bramhall neighbours Dzinr , who’s attention to detail even matched the player’s gloves to the ‘magpie’ colours of our team.

Celebrating 10 years of Construction Q

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 03:15:40 GMT

A week is a long time in politics… and 2020 seems like a lifetime! Today, Construction Q celebrate 10 years of expert quantity surveying. The planned celebrations have been put on ice for now, but we can guarantee that your projects are still running smoothly. On time, and on budget. What a refreshing change!

'Q' has everything under control

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 03:15:40 GMT

In the week that we celebrate 10 years of Construction Q, we also said goodbye to a legend. RIP Sean Connery. But don’t worry Mr Bond, with a reputation for precision, quality and expert advice ‘Q’ has everything under control! Moneypenny would be proud … sleep well, Mr. Bond, from Bramhall with love.

The Great House Givaway

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 17:30:38 GMT

2019 was an extremely exciting year for Construction Q as fame and fortune beckoned. Well almost….

We were delighted to be appointed as Consultant Surveyors for Chwarel on their new tv series for Channel 4. Dubbed the new ‘Location, Location, Location’, the programme features derelict properties in need of some TLC. These properties are then gifted to 2 contestants to renovate – with a budget. If the property makes a profit once resold, the contestants keep the money which then enables them to get their own foot on the property ladder.

Our work involved reviewing the houses at auction, visiting the properties, and advising on the works needed. We were then responsible for setting the budgets for renovation – they had to be realistic – but also a challenge! It was great fun working on these properties and many came with a health warning! We can't wait to see the finished produce when the programme airs later this year.

Our Director, Fiona Hull, was interviewed by the host Simon O Brien for several of these schemes. Although we think our scenes are on the cutting room floor (!) it was still a fantastic experience and we are looking forward to being retained for series 2!

Northern Power Women Awards celebrate great success for a fourth year!

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 16:02:47 GMT

An awards ceremony, recognising people working towards gender diversity in the North, celebrated the success of individuals and businesses last night at Manchester Central. The Northern Power Women awards are in their fourth year and were founded by Simone Roche MBE to help showcase role models and best practice from across the North of England. The event welcomed over 800 people who were there to applaud the fantastic work being delivered across our regions by some of North’s inspiring individuals.

With the theme of the event being #WeCan Simone Roche encouraged every person in the room to continue being role models and to keep pushing the boundaries: “The passion and enthusiasm I saw for the winners last night is exactly why these awards are so important. The atmosphere in the room was full of hope and aspiration and it just goes to show what can happen when people work together and say yes we can,” explained Simone.

“These awards have been the biggest yet and I’m in complete awe of the work these amazing individuals and businesses are doing – it just demonstrates the exceptional talent we have in the North and I am so proud of everyone, a huge congratulations to all!”

Construction Q was awarded the Small Organisation of the year award, sponsored by Santander. Construction Q promotes genuine flexible working practices and is a shining light of innovation and equality within a traditional sector. Their work with local schools and universities is paving the way for young women entering the construction sector.

Santander’s Jo Phipson, Regional Director said: “It’s wonderful to see the talent and passion of the businesses shortlisted for a Northern Power Award. I recognise that it takes resilience and passion to turn a dream into a business and to really make your business prosper. I’m proud of what you’ve all achieved!”

The evening also recognised the 100 women named on the Future and Power List, the full breakdown of winners can be found at www.northernpowerwomen.co.uk.

Latest Qs from Construction Q

Community Case Study: Joshua Tree

A New Build Respite Centre for The Joshua Tree

Project Overview

Our Involvement

Community Impact

Project Legacy

Project Highlights

Commercial Case Study: Noshi

Works have recently been completed at Noshi, a new 120-cover modern pan-Asian restaurant and cocktail bar delivered by Daniel James Interiors in the heart of Nottingham.

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Project Overview

Community Case Study: Tŷ Gobaith

Children and families across North Wales and Cheshire are now able to receive the care they need and make lasting memories thanks to the brand-new extension at Tŷ Gobaith.

Project Overview

Education Case Study: WaterSHED

WaterSHED Development – Wardle Academy

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Project Overview

Lest we forget ...

CedriQ returns for Bramhall Duck Race 2022!

Paint The Town Pink

International Women's Day

Shortlisted for Entrepreneur of the Year!

Football's coming home!

Chorley FC Match Ball Sponsor

Celebrating 10 years of Construction Q

'Q' has everything under control

The Great House Givaway

2019 was an extremely exciting year for Construction Q as fame and fortune beckoned. Well almost….

Northern Power Women Awards celebrate great success for a fourth year!