What specific sectors within construction do you specialise in?

I work across the full spectrum of UK construction, including commercial, housing, facilities management, fit-out and specialist sectors. My experience spans main contractors, specialist subcontractors and service providers of various sizes. This cross-sector expertise allows me to apply proven commercial strategies while understanding the unique challenges in your specific market segment.

How long are your typical engagements, and what is your pricing structure?

Engagements typically range from 3-12 months depending on the complexity of challenges and objectives. I offer flexible pricing structures including day rates, fixed project fees and hybrid models with performance incentives. After an initial consultation, I'll provide a transparent proposal tailored to your specific needs, ensuring clear ROI expectations from the outset.

Do you work with businesses of all sizes, or do you have a minimum revenue requirement?

I work with construction businesses from £2m to £100m+ annual turnover. While I don't have a strict minimum requirement, my services deliver optimal value for businesses experiencing growth challenges, margin pressure or seeking to strengthen commercial operations. The key factor is not size but commitment to implementing commercial improvements.

What measurable results have you achieved for past clients?

Clients typically see margin improvements of 15-20% on targeted projects, cash flow enhancement of 30%+ through improved commercial processes, and significant reductions in contractual risk exposure. One recent client almost immediately secured £45,000 in additional revenue on a single project through improved commercial strategies. Results vary based on your specific situation, which we can discuss during our initial consultation.

How quickly can clients expect to see results from your interventions?

You'll see immediate improvements in commercial clarity and decision-making within the first two weeks. Tangible financial results typically emerge within 4-8 weeks as we implement enhanced processes, optimise pricing strategies and strengthen contract positions. Long-term sustainable improvements continue to develop throughout our engagement, with comprehensive benefits fully realised within 3-6 months.

What happens after your interim leadership period ends? Is there a handover process?

A structured knowledge transfer and handover is built into every engagement. I develop detailed documentation of processes implemented, train your team on new strategies and establish sustainable commercial frameworks that continue delivering value long after our engagement ends. I also offer optional follow-up sessions to ensure continued success.

Do you provide any ongoing support after the main engagement concludes?

Yes, many clients retain access to my expertise through flexible advisory arrangements after the main engagement. These include monthly strategy sessions, on-call support for significant commercial decisions or quarterly performance reviews. This ensures the improvements we implement continue to evolve with your business needs.

How do you integrate with our existing teams without causing disruption?

My approach focuses on collaborative leadership rather than disruption. I begin by understanding your team's strengths and challenges, then implement improvements that enhance their capabilities rather than replacing them. I provide mentoring and skills development alongside strategic direction, ensuring your team embraces and maintains the commercial improvements we implement.

What makes your approach different from other commercial consultants?

Unlike traditional consultants who deliver reports but leave implementation to you, I provide hands-on commercial leadership that solves immediate challenges while developing sustainable improvements. I combine strategic expertise with practical execution, working as an embedded part of your team rather than an external advisor. My construction-specific experience means solutions are tailored to industry realities, not generic business theory.

Can you work remotely, or do you need to be on-site or in our office?

I utilise a hybrid approach tailored to your needs. Typically, this includes on-site presence for critical meetings, team development and key project interventions, combined with attendance in your offices and remote support for ongoing implementation and monitoring based from my office in Alderley Park in Cheshire. This balanced approach ensures maximum value while minimising disruption to your operations.

What specific commercial challenges are you best equipped to solve?

My expertise particularly shines in solving margin erosion, cash flow constraints, contract risk management, team performance issues, growth-related commercial scaling and implementing robust commercial processes. I excel at turning around underperforming projects and establishing sustainable commercial strategies that support profitable growth.

Do you have experience with my specific type of construction business?

With over 30 years in commercial experience across various construction sectors, I've likely worked with businesses similar to yours. During our initial consultation, I'll transparently discuss my relevant experience with your specific business model and challenges. Where there are unique aspects to your situation, my approach can be adapted to deliver results in your specific context.