We bring expertise, dedication, and a passion for construction to every project

Two men in orange vests standing on a construction site.

Architect's line drawing of a house design for construction.

Founded by Ben Taylor and Matthew Jones, two seasoned professionals with over 35 years of combined experience in the construction industry, our mission is to make the building process as seamless and efficient as possible for our clients.

Our company

At Build Manager, we specialise in the 'pre-construction' phase, offering comprehensive services to help you navigate the complexities of your construction project. Whether you're planning a commercial new build, a refurbishment, or a housing development project, we are here to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring that your vision becomes a reality.

We have extensive experience in the construction industry, starting from technical and managerial roles to senior management positions. Our expertise spans sectors including education, retail, commercial, industrial, and residential. We provide consulting services such as viability/feasibility reports, detailed cost plans, and bills of quantities, using methods employed by large main contractors to assess project viability. Our mission is to help clients navigate the construction process efficiently and cost-effectively, leveraging our insider knowledge and practical experience.

Our team

Director

Ben Taylor

With over 17 years in pre-construction for Main Contractors in Lincolnshire, Ben started as an Assistant Estimator and advanced to Estimating Manager, overseeing tender submissions for a £150m+ turnover contractor for 8 years. His expertise includes tender appraisals, budget cost plans, feasibility studies, bills of quantities, managing pre-construction phases, and cost control during builds. Ben’s insider knowledge of contractor operations is invaluable for clients. He also completed his own self-build within budget and co-founded Build Manager.

Matt wearing a blue shirt and a red tie.

Director

Matthew Jones

Matt has 18 years of experience in construction, working in technical, professional, and senior management roles. Starting as a setting-out engineer, he progressed to site management and contracts management, overseeing multi-million-pound commercial projects. Most recently, he managed public sector procurement and tender quality submissions for Lindum Group. Matt holds OND & HND in Building Studies, along with various industry certifications. He also completed his own self-build and co-founded Build Manager. Outside of work, Matt enjoys riding classic trials bikes and summer golfing.

Our proven process

Let us help turn your construction ideas into reality

Consultation and Feasibility

We begin by understanding your project goals and conducting a feasibility study. This includes a viability report and a detailed cost plan to ensure your project is financially sound.

Design and Planning

We collaborate with you to develop detailed designs and plans. Our team produces a Bill of Quantities (schedule of works) to outline the scope and cost of the project.

Pre-Construction Management

We manage the pre-construction phase, identifying potential risks and cost-saving opportunities. Our experience in tender appraisals and budget cost plans ensures that your project is set up for success.

Construction Management

Our team leverage their extensive experience to oversee the construction phase, ensuring quality control, adherence to health and safety legal requirements, and effective cost management. Their firsthand knowledge of large main contractor operations provides invaluable insights and advantages to our clients.

Completion and Handover

We ensure that every aspect of the project is completed to the highest standards before handing it over to you. Our goal is to make the building process smooth and stress-free, leaving you with a finished product that exceeds your expectations.

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