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Formed initially of three existing, very experienced practices of Boxall Sayer, Denley King and Fletcher McNeill, our roots go back to the nineteenth century.

BAQUS is a Construction Consultancy group operating across the UK and with partners internationally with experience in every sector of the construction industry BAQUS is a Construction Consultancy group regulated by The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) operating across the UK with experience in every sector of the construction industry. In 2008, Baqus Group were joined by Sworn King

& Partners of Oxford and in July 2009 by the Nigel Rose Group of London and Wokingham. Our history has been prolific, being commissioned for some of the most significant buildings of each generation. Today, we are at the cutting edge of our profession; award-winning, forward-looking and striving for continued success.

21/08/2026

Progress continues at Les Ozouets, with works advancing across the main building, PAC Building, Construction Building and external areas.

Within the main building, the final section of parapet adjacent to the PAC Building is nearing completion, while window frames continue to be installed to the south and east elevations. Steel encasement also remains ongoing on the second floor.

Internally, partition installation and jointing continue across the ground, first and second floors. M&E first-fix works have commenced, with pipework being installed on the first and second floors and MVHR ductwork starting within a number of units. Plantroom blockwork has also been painted ahead of M&E installation.

Works continue at the PAC junction, including fibreglass drainage installation, while protection tape is being removed from external windows on the north elevation.

Within the PAC Building, damp and suspected mould remain evident on sections of the temporary hoarding, with replacement boards now on order. Discussions are also progressing around breaking into the final sections, with the programme to be agreed.

The Construction Building continues to progress, with the second VPL layer being installed as part of the roof works. Fire protection boarding, SFS framework and external CP boarding continue, while window framing has now commenced.

Externally, reinforcement is being prepared for the next section of the east-side retaining wall. The first external slab to the east of the Construction Building has been poured, while works continue to the main car park and Motorcycle Bay.

BAQUS is pleased to continue supporting the coordinated delivery of this important project.

19/08/2026

Procurement is one of the most important decisions a client will make on any construction project.

The right strategy determines how risk is allocated, how design responsibility is managed, how cost certainty is achieved and how the project team collaborates from the outset.

RICS guidance notes that a procurement strategy shapes the selection of the project team and how parties relate to each other, while the chosen procurement route identifies who is responsible for each element of the project. The Construction Playbook also reinforces the importance of getting projects right from the start, with clear planning, risk management and value-led decision-making.

Whether traditional, design and build, management contracting or another route is most appropriate, the decision should reflect the client’s priorities on cost, quality, programme, complexity and risk.

At BAQUS, we help clients select and implement procurement strategies that support better control, stronger commercial outcomes and more confident project delivery.

17/08/2026

Before breaking ground in Q4, developers should review budget, procurement, compliance, supply chain and cash flow. Early commercial checks help protect viability, reduce risk and support confident project delivery.

14/08/2026

Technical Due Diligence is the process of assessing a property’s physical condition, compliance risks and future liabilities before an acquisition, lease, funding decision or development commitment is made.

For commercial property, this typically includes reviewing the building fabric, structure, roofs, services, statutory compliance, fire safety, accessibility, maintenance records and potential capital expenditure.

RICS guidance describes Technical Due Diligence as a key part of understanding the technical risks associated with commercial property transactions and ensuring the scope of services is tailored to the client’s brief.

For investors, occupiers, developers and funders, the value is clear: informed decision-making, stronger negotiation positions and fewer unexpected costs after completion.

BAQUS provides commercially focused Technical Due Diligence advice to help clients identify risk early and make property decisions with confidence.

12/08/2026

Progress continues at Les Ozouets, with works advancing across the main building, PAC Building, Construction Building and external areas.

Within the main building, the final section of parapet adjacent to the PAC Building is progressing, while window frames are being installed to the south and east elevations. Steel encasement continues on the second floor, with areas of the first floor also being revisited. The lower section of Kalzip roofing to the north elevation is now complete.

Internally, partition installation continues across the ground, first and second floors, with sections also undergoing tape and jointing. M&E supports are being installed within the first and second-floor corridors, while MVHR units are being moved into position, with some raised to their final locations. Plantroom blockwork has also been painted ahead of M&E installation.

Within the PAC Building, damp and suspected mould remain evident on the construction-facing side of sections of the temporary hoarding. Replacement boards are now on order.

The Construction Building continues to progress, with roof insulation being installed to achieve the required build-up, alongside ongoing fire protection boarding to the ground and first floors. SFS framework installation also continues across all elevations.

Externally, reinforcement works are progressing for the east-side retaining wall, while the first external slab to the east of the Construction Building has now been poured. The sprinkler and main electrical room is complete, with its new roof and temporary doors installed. Works also continue to the main car park and Motorcycle Bay, with levels, base layers and further retaining wall sections being prepared.

BAQUS is pleased to continue supporting the coordinated delivery of this important project.

10/08/2026

Value engineering should not mean cutting quality. Done properly, it improves design, buildability, programme, lifecycle performance and commercial efficiency while keeping client objectives at the centre.

07/08/2026

Building Safety Act in Practice: How Gateway Approvals Are Impacting Project Timelines

Gateway approvals are a key part of the Building Safety Act regime for higher-risk buildings, introducing greater regulatory scrutiny before construction can begin.

For high-rise developments, Gateway 2 requires approval from the Building Safety Regulator before building work starts. This typically involves detailed information on design, fire and structural safety, compliance and how building safety risks will be managed.

While the statutory assessment period for new higher-risk building applications is 12 weeks, more complex or incomplete submissions can take considerably longer, creating additional programme and delivery risk.

For developers, investors and project teams, the impact is clear: Gateway approvals need to be considered early within design, procurement and programme planning to reduce delays and improve delivery certainty.

BAQUS provides commercially focused project and cost management advice to help clients understand regulatory impacts, plan effectively and manage project risk with confidence.

05/08/2026

What clients should expect from a construction project manager

A strong construction project manager does far more than coordinate meetings and track actions.

Clients should expect clear leadership from the earliest stages of a project: defining the brief, managing the design team, advising on procurement, coordinating risk, monitoring programme and protecting commercial outcomes.

RICS guidance highlights the importance of appointing a project manager with a clearly defined role, scope of services and responsibilities, while APM describes project managers as responsible for day-to-day management across key project controls including scope, schedule, finance, risk, quality and resources.

For clients, the value is simple: better decisions, fewer surprises and a clearer route from concept to completion.

At BAQUS, our project managers combine technical knowledge, commercial awareness and practical delivery experience to help clients keep projects moving, risks visible and objectives firmly in focus.

03/08/2026

Cost overruns are often caused by incomplete budgets, late changes, poor risk allocation, unrealistic programmes and weak controls. BAQUS helps clients protect cost certainty through early advice and disciplined project management.

31/07/2026

Successful construction projects start with robust feasibility. By testing cost, risk, programme, planning and procurement early, clients can make better decisions and protect project viability before committing.

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Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

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01243 792 220

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http://www.baqus.co.uk/

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