Happy Easter from the team PBC!

Posted on April 3rd, 2023 by liz

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International Women’s Day and Women in Construction Week

Posted on March 8th, 2023 by liz

At PBC, we are proud to support and empower our female employees in construction. As part of our celebration, we did a Q&A with Chantel SteadTamara Gonzalez and Whitney Senti Boateng who shared their experience and thoughts on the industry and how we can encourage the next generation of women to pursue careers in this field. We’re committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and supporting women in construction at all stages of their careers. Let’s continue to work towards a more equitable future for all.

 

 

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PBC Gets Carbon Neutral Status for Third Year Running

Posted on March 6th, 2023 by liz

PBC is delighted to announce that, for the third year running, the company has achieved Carbon Neutral status, and is committed to help combat climate change.

The company’s day-to-business practices were assessed over a 12 month period by Carbon Footprint Ltd, who help businesses to support environmental change by reducing their environmental impact and minimising their carbon emissions. It reported that PBC had offset 19 tonnes of carbon dioxide through its support of a global portfolio of carbon reduction projects.

PBC Managing Director Paul Philips said: “PBC is committed to helping reduce the impact of climate change, so we are delighted to have been awarded Carbon Neutral status again.  I would like to thank our teams and our clients for wholeheartedly supporting us and our sustainability goals over the past year.”

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Anthony Joins PBC’s Cost Consultancy Team

Posted on February 27th, 2023 by liz

PBC is delighted to welcome Senior Quantity Surveyor Anthony Metelerkamp to its growing Cost Consultancy Team, which has made significant gains over the past few years under Chris Jones’ leadership.

Anthony has a diverse range of experience covering residential, commercial, retail and mixed-use schemes throughout the UK and Europe, with values ranging from £0.5m to £500m. At PBC he will be responsible for managing the company’s service across a variety of different projects.

Commenting on his new role Anthony said: “I love the challenge a new scheme brings. Each development project has its own individual obstacles, and every project and client team are unique. You meet, collaborate, and learn to work with new people every day in a fast-paced environment. I’m delighted to be playing a role in building on PBC’s success by helping Chris to continue the development of our team and service offering.”

Outside of work Anthony enjoys socialising, travelling, and playing a variety of sport – particularly golf where he can often be found on the 19th hole!

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We’re Celebrating Something Rather Special!

Posted on February 20th, 2023 by liz

The PBC Team is celebrating something rather special this month… Emma Knight’s 10-year and Rob Newcombe’s 20-year anniversary with us!  Known as the duo who hold the business together, our Team Admin & Office Manager, Emma, and Administrator, Rob, share all the best bits…

How would you describe working at PBC Emma?
“PBC is a fast paced company that always strives for excellence for their clients. The teams work well together and are always on hand to help one another out and enjoy socialising together. I enjoy the flexibility PBC provides – they understand you also have a life outside of work – and I love the company culture and overall the team I work with.”

What do you love most about your job Rob?
“We have an incredible team and everyone works so well together to produce a high-quality, professional service whilst maintaining a very happy workplace with lots of social activities. The company is always listening to ideas and suggestions, and acts quickly to adopt many of these. The MD’s door is always open.”

Congratulations to both, and here’s to another 10 very happy years at PBC!

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See you at MIPIM 2023!

Posted on February 13th, 2023 by liz

If you and your colleagues are attending and would like to get a meeting in the diary, please get in touch with Paul Philips or Mark Merritt.

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PBC Launches New Development Monitoring Department

Posted on January 3rd, 2023 by liz

PBC is delighted to announce the launch of a new Development Monitoring Department, which will be headed up by Mark Merritt MRICS MAPM.

Mark, who has over 20 years’ experience in the industry, previously worked as Director of Project Monitoring where he was part of developing a dedicated department, growing this into a team of 18 project monitors. He has worked on a vast range of projects, across a broad range of sectors, including Local Authority and Super-Prime Residential.

In his previous role, Mark helped developed a robust procedures and processes that included developing efficiencies, in-house benchmarking, strict QA procedures and training. His background of Project Management and Cost Consulting also brings a wide breadth of knowledge and expertise to PBC.

In the new Department, Mark will be joined by Associate Director James Gregory, who has been specialising in providing Development Monitoring services within PBC for key bank and project funders for a number of years. Typical project values for his Development Monitoring instructions have ranged from £600,000 up to £30 million, and these have included prime and super-prime residential schemes for private bank clients within London, the home counties and Cotswolds with construction values up to £10 million, as well as a range of residential focused and mixed-use developments with construction values up to £30 million and hotel and student accommodation projects with construction values up to £25 million. James brings a vast private practice building surveying experience with commercial, industrial and residential properties for property companies, plcs, corporations, institutions, and banks to the new Department.

The new Development Monitoring Department will sit alongside PBC’s highly successful Building Consultancy, Project Management and Cost Consultancy Teams. It adds a new dimension to the range of professional services offered by PBC, and continues the company’s ongoing plans for structured growth that reflects the needs of both it clients and the industry as a whole.

Commenting on the launch, Mark Merritt said: “I’m delighted to be joining PBC as Head of Development Monitoring, joining a team with the wealth of knowledge and expertise already present, and to grow this base to be able to offer a dedicated and centralised service to our clients.”

For further information about PBC’s Development Monitoring capabilities click here or contact Mark Merritt on 020 3478 0635.

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Whitney Joins PBC’s Building Consultancy Team

Posted on December 15th, 2022 by liz

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Exciting New Project for PBC

Posted on November 21st, 2022 by liz

PBC is delighted to have assisted Travel Sector Property Limited (TSPL) with their acquisition of The White Hart Hotel and the Judge’s Lodgings in the heart of the historic City of Lincoln.

PBC provided pre-acquisition technical due diligence advice, and reinstatement cost assessments.

The White Hart first opened more than 600 years ago as a Coaching Inn and has been one of Lincoln’s premier hotels since being substantially rebuilt and extended in the early 1800s.

The Eastgate Suite (Orangery) has a well-established reputation as a prestigious wedding and function venue, which also includes the former King Richard Restaurant.

In relation to the White Hart Hotel, Andrew Long, Principal Director of TSPL, said: “We are delighted to have acquired this historic 50-bedroom hotel in its unique Uphill location, located within the imposing presence of the iconic Lincoln Cathedral and a few steps away from the city’s Norman Castle. We are committing substantial resources to create a prestigious and welcoming upgraded hotel and look forward to progressing our proposals for significant capital investment to upgrade and improve the existing facilities.

The Judge’s Lodgings is a Grade II Listed *Georgian building which was first built in 1810.  It has a commanding landmark location overlooking Castle Hill Square, immediately adjacent to the Eastern Main Gate of Lincoln Castle (built by William Conqueror in 1068).

Announcing the acquisition of the Judge’s Lodgings, Andrew Long, summarised his overall proposals for this historic location: “My TSP Group of Companies are working closely with locally based John Roberts Architects and our wider project team to produce a major redevelopment and significant overall enhancement scheme for the St Paul’s Lane, Bailgate and Castle Hill quarter of the City.  Subject to obtaining the respective Statutory Consents, there is now a unique opportunity to deliver a fully interrelated redevelopment scheme for the White Hart Garages and car park site, in conjunction with the refurbishment and sustainable long-term future use of the Judge’s Lodgings.”

Shoosmiths Solicitors of Leeds acted on behalf of TSP Developments, in conjunction with PBC, Andrew having worked closely with both of these companies on major projects throughout the UK for in excess of 25 years.

PBC have been retained to provide project management and cost consultancy services for the redevelopment of the White Hart Garages and car park site, in conjunction with the refurbishment and enhancement of the Judge’s Lodgings.

PBC’s Managing Director Paul Philips commented: “We are very pleased to be working with Andrew in the wonderful Historic City of Lincoln, based on established long-term professional relationships and also Andrew’s renewed close working relationship with John Roberts Architects, together with other locally based members of the Project Team.”

 

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PBC Welcomes Brad Trickett!

Posted on November 7th, 2022 by liz

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PBC Listed in Top 150 Consultants

Posted on November 3rd, 2022 by liz

We’re proud that PBC has featured in Building Magazine’s recently announced ‘Top 150 Consultants’ of 2022.

It’s great to see that our continued growth, talented staff and in-depth industry knowledge has moved us into 133rd place.

View the Building Magazines top list here: https://lnkd.in/eYBAq4Dm

(Please note that a subscription to Building Magazine is required to view this information)

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Team PBC Abseils for St Mungo’s!

Posted on October 31st, 2022 by liz

Four intrepid (and very brave) PBC team members took part in an abseil organised by the St Mungo’s Charity to mark this year’s World Homeless Day.

James Gregory, Robbie Brightman, George Clark and David Goedecke abseiled down the outside of the ArcelorMittal building in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford to raise money for St Mungo’s and support the vital work they do to rebuild lives and end homelessness.

PBC and their clients and suppliers* donated very generously and the team raised an amazing £2,300.

Well done team PBC – it looked very scary up there!

 

 

 

 

Thank you to our very generous sponsors:*

 

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Ben Celebrates 5 years at PBC

Posted on October 24th, 2022 by liz

Ben joined our Building Consultancy team in 2017 and has worked incredibly hard towards his chartered status under the mentorship of the PBC management team.  “I’m delighted to be celebrating five years at PBC,” said Ben. “It’s been exciting to be part of the company’s continued growth over the past half-a-decade, and I’m fortunate to be part of such a vibrant and dynamic team. A personal highlight has been recently passing my APC, and I now hope to support my graduate colleagues in achieving MRICS status. I look forward to continuing my career development as part of our growing Building Consultancy team.”

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National Work Life Week 2022

Posted on October 17th, 2022 by liz

During National Work Life Week 2022, we asked our some of colleagues how they feel about our flexible work policy, and what work life balance means to them.

 

 

 

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PBC Welcomes James to its PM Team

Posted on September 20th, 2022 by liz

PBC is delighted to welcome James Murphy to its growing Project Management team.

James is a highly motivated Project Manager who has experience in commercial Cat B fit-outs and new builds.  His key strengths are project delivery from inception to completion, with experience during the design stage including BREEAM.  James also prides himself on building and maintaining excellent relationships with both clients and the project delivery team to ensure a successful outcome.

Welcoming James to PBC, Director of Project Management Glenn Wright said: “Our PM team is continuing to go from strength to strength, so James is joining us at a very busy time when we have a number of major projects underway and in the pipeline.  His experience of the commercial office fit-out sector is also a perfect fit for us, so we are delighted to welcome him to our growing team!”

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PBC Residential Showcase Summer 2022

Posted on September 15th, 2022 by liz

PBC has been busy on many residential projects for clients.

Take a look at our latest e-newsletter to see  just a few of the successful developments our Project Management, Building Consultancy and Cost Consultancy teams have successfully completed.

 

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Congratulations Ben!

Posted on August 5th, 2022 by liz

Congratulations to PBC’s Ben Hallowell for passing his APC and becoming a Chartered Building Surveyor.

Ben has been with PBC for four years and throughout this time has worked towards his chartered status under the mentorship of the PBC management team.

Commenting on his achievement, PBC Director Simon Garrard said: “We are delighted that Ben has gained his chartership. He has worked incredibly hard over the past four years towards this, and it is very well deserved.”

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PBC Welcomes Kyron to its PM Team

Posted on June 6th, 2022 by liz

Kyron Staines has joined PBC’s growing team as Senior Project Manager.

Kyron is a qualified Project and Development Manager with an architectural background.  He has worked in a range of different sectors, within both consultancy and housebuilding, and is experienced within the retail banking and commercial, residential, later living and education sectors.  He specialises in Project Management, utilising his architectural expertise to achieve client objectives.

Welcome to the PBC team!

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Chris Jones Appointed to PBC Board

Posted on May 30th, 2022 by liz

PBC is delighted to announce the appointment of Chris Jones to its Board of Directors.

Chris heads the company’s Cost Consultancy Team, which was launched just over three years ago.  Since that time, he has significantly grown his department from a standing start to a team of four, and has more than doubled its fee income and profitability.  Chris has also contributed to the growth of the business with several strategic new staff introductions across the company to further expand PBC’s excellent team.

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PBC Shines a Spotlight on Mental Health

Posted on May 13th, 2022 by liz

It’s the UK’s Mental Health Week and PBC is pleased to shine a spotlight on our Associate Director, Richard Wild who is the company’s Mental Health and Wellbeing Champion.

This role means that Richard leads our initiative to provide support to anyone within our PBC team who may experience mental health issues. Richard is ably assisted in this role by our Senior Project Manager, Tamsin Parker, who has had previous experience championing Mental Health and Wellbeing.

Mental health and wellbeing is particularly important post-pandemic with many people adopting flexible working patterns and continuing to partly work from home, and technology allowing more online rather than face-to-face contact. As loneliness has been identified as a key driver in poor mental health, the PBC Board is committed to providing this vitally important help and support in the workplace.

https://mentalhealth-uk.org

 

 

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PBC Welcomes Two New Team Members

Posted on April 5th, 2022 by liz

PBC is delighted to announce the appointment of two new members of its growing team.

Chantel Stead has joined PBC’s Building Consultancy Team as a Senior Building Surveyor. She is an MRICS Chartered Building Surveyor with an MSc in Building Surveying and a BA(Hons) in Architecture, and has extensive experience predominately within the commercial property sector. At PBC Chantel will be providing contract administration services for the company’s key landed estate and commercial clients, as well professional services including technical due diligence and dilapidations advice.

Robbie Brightman is a trainee Quantity Surveyor who has joined PBC’s Cost Consultancy Team providing further depth of support for this fast-growing division. Robbie brings with him experience in commercial and industrial projects will be further developing his skills and experience within a busy consultancy while also continuing his studies to become a qualified Quantity Surveyor.

Welcome both to the PBC team!

 

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PBC Awarded Carbon Neutral Plus Accreditation

Posted on March 18th, 2022 by liz

PBC is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Carbon Neutral Plus accreditation for its business practices.  This acknowledges that the company is at the forefront of helping to combat climate change and sustaining the environment for future generations.

Over the past year PBC has offset 19 tonnes of carbon dioxide, which recognises not only the company’s support of a global portfolio of verified carbon reduction projects through its day-to-day business practices, but also the commitment of staff to its sustainability goals.

The accreditation has been awarded by Carbon Footprint Ltd, who help businesses to support environmental change by reducing their environmental impact and minimising their carbon emissions.  The company also financially supports UK projects, by reinvesting a proportion of the profits the business makes. This includes projects such as Combined Heat & Power (CHP) and Biomass to help decarbonise the country.

Receiving the accreditation certificate, PBC Managing Director Paul Philips said:  “We are particularly pleased this year to receive this enhanced accreditation.  Achieving Carbon Neutral Plus status is an amazing achievement, and I would like to thank not only our staff but also our clients for supporting us and our sustainability goals over the past year.”

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PBC Spring 2022 Project Showcase

Posted on March 8th, 2022 by liz

PBC has been busy on many projects for clients throughout the past year.  Click here to see our latest newsletter that highlight just a few of the successful developments our Project Management, Building Consultancy and Cost Consultancy teams have successfully completed.

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PBC Celebrates 20 Years in Business!

Posted on September 17th, 2021 by liz

Thank you to everyone who joined us at our 20th Anniversary Party.  For those of you who were unable to attend we look forward to celebrating with you another time!

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Unprecedented Demand for PBC’s Pre-Acquisition Survey Expertise

Posted on September 2nd, 2021 by liz

 

Despite the Covid-19 pandemic continuing to impact the commercial property sector, PBC’s Building Consultancy Team has been busy fulfilling requests from clients for Pre-Acquisition and Technical Due Diligence Surveys. Investment opportunities are still being seriously considered across all property sectors, and PBC’s expertise has been in high demand.

 

 

Here are just a few of the projects we have completed recently:

Read our e-newsletter: https://bit.ly/2YoXMCp

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