Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Quantity Surveyors in Tadcaster
Cooper & Hall has been delivering expert quantity surveying services nationwide since 2002, combining technical proficiency with unwavering integrity. Our team, led by four industry-experienced directors, provides comprehensive support across all project phasesfrom pre-construction budgeting to post-construction dispute resolution. With a focus on transparency and client collaboration, we serve private clients, developers, and contractors, ensuring projects remain on time and within budget. Our Yorkshire-based team brings decades of collective experience to every engagement, offering tailored solutions for complex construction challenges. We prioritise risk mitigation through meticulous contract management and cost control, supported by a proven track record in adjudication and insolvency recovery.Clients consistently commend our ability to navigate contractual complexities and deliver measurable financial benefits. By maintaining close partnerships with stakeholders, we ensure alignment with project goals while upholding the highest professional standards. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in regular training seminars and proactive dispute avoidance strategies. With a client retention rate of 90%, we remain dedicated to fostering long-term relationships built on trust and demonstrable results.
Services
Pre-Construction Services
Construction Phase Services
Construction Dispute Resolution
Post-Construction Services
Corporate Recovery
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialist quantity surveying experience across all construction phases
- Our team includes four industry-recognised directors with combined expertise in contract law and cost management
- We provide nationwide service with a proven track record in adjudication and insolvency recovery
- Clients benefit from our proprietary dispute avoidance strategies and regular commercial awareness training
- Our Yorkshire-based team maintains a 90% client retention rate through consistent delivery of measurable savings
What people say
Technical expertise
Proactive cost management
Successful dispute resolution
Proven track record
Client retention rate
Services
Pre-Construction Services
Our pre-construction services provide comprehensive cost management and contract advice from project inception. We deliver detailed budget estimates, bills of quantities, and tender documentation while assessing contractual risks. By engaging early in design phases, we help clients establish realistic budgets and select appropriate procurement routes, ensuring financial clarity before construction begins.
Construction Phase Services
During construction, we offer commercial management, contract administration, and claims preparation services. Our team monitors project expenditures, manages variations, and ensures timely payments while maintaining strict compliance with contractual obligations. We implement robust documentation systems and provide regular financial reporting to maintain budgetary control throughout the project lifecycle.
Construction Dispute Resolution
We specialise in resolving construction disputes through negotiation, adjudication, and alternative dispute resolution methods. Our experts analyse contractual positions, prepare claims documentation, and facilitate settlements while minimising project disruption. With extensive experience in construction law, we help clients recover unpaid sums and defend against unjust claims.
Post-Construction Services
Our post-construction services include final account preparation, warranty management, and dispute resolution. We assess outstanding liabilities, chase unpaid retentions, and complete final financial settlements. Our team also provides expert witness testimony and forensic quantity surveying services for ongoing contractual matters after project completion.
Corporate Recovery
We offer specialist insolvency support services for construction sector businesses, including forensic financial analysis and asset realisation. Our team works with insolvency practitioners to recover outstanding payments, complete unfinished works, and resolve contractual disputes. We also provide risk assessments and commercial advice to help distressed construction companies achieve recovery.
People
Phil Cooper
Director
With over 20 years in construction consultancy, Phil specialises in insolvency recovery and dispute resolution. He established Cooper & Hall in 2002, bringing extensive industry experience to lead complex project assignments and corporate recovery cases.
Ian Wilcock
Director
Ian has over 35 years' experience in quantity surveying, specialising in pre-construction cost planning and contract management. He oversees C&H's early-phase project services, ensuring clients receive accurate budget forecasts and procurement advice.
Graham Hall
Director
Graham brings 40+ years of construction industry expertise, focusing on construction phase management and commercial administration. He leads project teams in contract execution, claims preparation, and dispute avoidance strategies for major developments.
Steve McMillan
Senior Quantity Surveyor
With 15 years at C&H, Steve specialises in construction phase services and adjudication support. He manages commercial aspects of live projects, providing cost control and contractual advice to ensure smooth project delivery.
Tom Hornsey
Quantity Surveyor
Tom has extensive experience in bill of quantities preparation and cost analysis. He supports clients during pre-construction phases, delivering accurate measurements and budget estimates for diverse construction projects.
Questions
What services does Cooper & Hall offer?
We provide quantity surveying services across all project phases: pre-construction cost planning, construction phase management, dispute resolution, and post-construction support including insolvency recovery.
How do you handle construction disputes?
We use negotiation, adjudication, and alternative dispute resolution methods. Our experts analyse contractual positions, prepare claims documentation, and facilitate settlements while minimising project disruption.
Do you work nationwide?
Yes, we provide quantity surveying services across the UK, supporting clients in major cities and regional areas from our Tadcaster headquarters.
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
We work across all sectors including education, commercial, residential, and heritage projects, with notable experience in complex developments like Liverpool Library restoration.
