Sectors
The team at Oakhurst has extensive knowledge of managing the costs and risks of construction projects in a variety of construction sectors.
We provide a range of services tailored to suit individual project requirements.
COMMERCIAL
We work with investors, developers and occupiers to create offices that support modern working practices, embrace innovation and are commercially viable. We have extensive knowledge and experience in the commercial office sector enabling us to maximise value for clients whilst minimising risk. Remodelling existing office space can prove a viable alternative to a new build scheme, with the benefits of less risk, less cost and shorter construction programme. Our experience ranges from minor refurbishments of single floor plates up to £50 million refurbishment schemes. Clients need a quick programme and the ability to manage change during the process. We have worked with end‐users in financial, legal, professional and media sectors.
RETAIL
Retail construction is an industry that is currently required to be particularly responsive to the changing needs of retailers, as they tackle evolving customer demands. As we see pressures on retailers to be more cost effective, it’s more important than ever for projects to be cost managed effectively. We have experience working with major retailers across the UK and have a solid understanding of the key drivers for our retail clients. The team at Oakhurst understand that speed to market is critical to successful project delivery. Our knowledge of the retail sector allows us to provide a tailored service which delivers best value from the market whilst meeting key deliverables.
RESIDENTIAL
We have detailed understanding of all aspects of the development process from planning to completion. Our expert property and construction cost advice is supported by superb market knowledge and competitive bench-marking information. Offering guidance to landowners, developers and investors we offer a bespoke service that delivers high quality outcomes that maximise the value of our clients’ assets. Our experience on residences for individual clients establishes a clear and consistent approach to managing the budget and ensuring that the client understands their financial commitment. On larger developer‐led schemes, costs must be managed and controlled to ensure projected returns are achieved.
INDUSTRIAL
The industrial sector comprises buildings with a wide range of uses, from out of town retail buildings and supermarkets, distribution centres and warehouses to science parks and light industrial buildings. Steel portal frame buildings are an excellent choice for businesses in a range of sectors thanks to their durability, adaptability, cost-effectiveness and low maintenance. Early return on investment is particularly important for retail and logistics companies and therefore speed of construction is vital. Oakhurst understand developers’ main aims, quick construction with cost and time certainty. Our teams experience in procurement strategy ensure these critical project factors are secured for our clients. Our experience covers extensions & refurbishment of industrial units, warehouses & logistics centres.
LEISURE
We work alongside professional teams providing innovative, state of the art facilities that offer our clients true efficiency and value for money. Our experience in this sector ranges from hotel refurbishment projects, through to sporting arenas and gyms. We understand the challenges operators face when delivering leisure facilities and provide effective solutions to ensure budget constraints do not impede design aspirations. With construction output in the hotel, entertainment and leisure sector set to improve from 2022 onwards we will be working with clients on cost planning and feasibility studies to ensure they are best placed to take advantage of the recovery over the short to medium term.
PUBLIC BUILDINGS
Oakhurst understand the requirement for better-performing buildings that are built more quickly and at lower cost. In addition to lowering construction costs, we provide strategic advice on reducing the whole life cost of assets across their life cycle. Our dedicated team work closely with stakeholders to reduce the time taken from inception to completion of projects. We use digital techniques at all phases of design which delivers better, more certain results during the construction and operation of buildings. Our close collaboration with clients, design teams and construction teams combined with our cost management contributes to the overall quality and productivity during construction.
EDUCATION
Construction output in the education sector has seen consistent growth over recent years, driven by investment in both the school and higher education estate. Oakhurst work with schools, further and higher education institutions to create learning environments that inspire and nurture students. We provide exceptional client solutions for all asset classes within the education sector. Our team provide bespoke services for all types of education projects including renovations, refurbishments and new developments. We understand the budget limitations whether working on public sector or privately funded schemes as well as the modern technological requirements in the development of top end teaching facilities.
HEALTHCARE
The healthcare industry remains one of the UK’s growth sectors, with the current pandemic offering immediate opportunities to aid in the delivery of hospital extensions across the UK. At Oakhurst, we understand the urgent needs of an ever-changing healthcare environment. Oakhurst’s dedicated team provide efficient cost management services across the full spectrum of healthcare assets with the aim of reaching the most cost-effective property and construction service solutions to your business objectives. Our experience ranges from new build and refurbishment projects at various central London NHS Hospital Trusts to highly specialist projects such as CyberKnife installations.