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“We deliver challenging projects for discerning clients”

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K2 is a leading client focused independent consultancy, offering innovative services and solutions to the construction and property sectors. We are a fresh, dynamic organisation that thrives on delivering challenging projects for our clients. Our track record for providing sound strategic advice and solutions has resulted in us working with some of the foremost public and private organisations.

Our team provides programme, project, cost and construction management in addition to a full construction delivery service - all delivered by professionals within our collaborative and entrepreneurial culture.

K2 has now been established for over 10 years during which the business has grown despite some challenging economic times. We attribute this to our excellent people, sound business strategy and focus on excellence.

In 2014, we had the opportunity to significantly enhance our capabilities and we took it. We merged with Rider Hunt London – one of the oldest and most respected construction consultancies in the UK.

Our services are provided through our operating companies, K2 Group Limited, K2 Rider Hunt, K2 Consultancy, and K2 Developments.

WHO WEARE

ABOUT US

• Privately owned, limited company

• ‘Building’ magazine Top 150 Consultants

• Experience of operating in UK, Europe, USA, Africa and Asia

• High percentage of returning clients and commissions through recommendation

• A clear vision to support growth into 2020 and beyond

• Currently managing over £1bn of construction projects

ABOUTK2

• We are an owner run and led company determined to provide exceptional levels of service and commitment to our clients.

• A highly professional multi-disciplined team bringing a wealth of experience from the property and construction industry.

• As ‘boutique consultancy’ each of our clients are really valued and receive a very personal service.

• We are committed to excellence in our work and focus on delivering the best possible outcomes for our clients.

• We seek to achieve the highest levels of quality, sustainability, health & safety and social responsibility for our clients, partners, colleagues and team.

• We provide a ‘hands on’ management approach, taking into account the very latest developments and technology across all markets and sectors.

• We offer a personalised and bespoke value added service based on professional expertise backed up by extensive local market knowledge.

WHYCHOOSEK2?

• Origins date from 1785 emerging as a separate identity in 1895 and contemporary records from 1909.

• Is one of the longest established Cost Consultancy firms in the City of London.

• Early projects included County Hall on London’s South Bank and the control tower complex at London’s Heathrow Airport.

• The Rider Hunt offices in London and Sydney combined forces to manage the initial stages of the Sydney Opera House.

ABOUTRIDER HUNT

We understand that our people are our greatest asset, and that the environment and culture we foster will determine our future success.

K2 is committed to encouraging the maximum development of our people’s skills and abilities to ensure that our employees are constantly learning and progressing to reach their full potential.

K2 is a team of like-minded construction and property professionals who thrive upon bringing reliable, expert and creative solutions to all of our clients.

We deliver a range of services through a selection of talented people, namely:

• Development Managers

• Project Directors

• Project & Programme Managers

• Planners & Programmers

• Construction Managers

• Cost & Commercial Managers

OURTEAM

OUR PEOPLEANDAPPROACH

”We want K2 to be the best place to work for ambitious high performing people who arepassionate about our success.”

John Setra, Managing Director

”K2 has offered me a chance to engage in a variety of interesting and challenging projects

intended to stretch my abilities and understanding, and to further my development towards

becoming a Project Manager. There’s a lot of support in place to help and mentor me. The

opportunity at K2 is more than I ever expected.”

Jonathan Cuthbertson, Assistant Project Manager

OUR PEOPLE & APPROACH

OURVISION ANDMISSION

EXCELLENCE

We strive to be the bestWe promote excellence in others

We have pride in ourselves

OUR VISIONto become the most respected and envied

construction and project management consultancy

OUR MISSIONto deliver a set of outstanding and

progressive professional services to all of our clients, all of the time through

upholding k2 core values

TRUST

We are empowered

We take accountability

We support each other

RESPECT

We are honest

We haveintegrity

We are considerate

ENGAGE

We listenWe understand

We learn & improve

CHALLENGE

We are creativeWe are inquisitive

We are brave

ENJOY

Great peopleGreat enviroment

Great team

We aim to support our clients’ business objectives by providing a comprehensive set of development related services in a way that suits their specific needs and circumstances. Our core services are described below:

Our project managers combine excellent technical, business and communication skills aimed at managing your projects smoothly and predictably. We combine strong processes with strong leadership to deliver outstanding results.

PROJECTMANAGEMENT

K2’s Programme Management service recognises that the successful delivery of a portfolio of projects is not just the management of a number of separate projects but has at its heart a fully integrated and coordinated programme of work aligned to a client’s business and strategic objectives.

PROGRAMMEMANAGEMENT

Our Construction Management team provides expert project delivery skills to clients who wish to benefit from early, impartial and objective construction advice. We then plan, procure and manage projects using specialist trade contractors to deliver the various elements of work. We manage the complexities and risks of building on your behalf, while providing full cost transparency.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Effective planning is a prerequisite for the on time and on budget delivery of any project. The schedule provides the project with the outline structure and activity detail to ensure minimum risk to the overall delivery.

PROJECTPLANNING

K2 provides complete support services to Developers who are looking to acquire developments. We can undertake feasibility studies, appraisals and due diligence to assist our clients in making important investment decisions.

ACQUISITION SUPPORTSERVICES

K2 have the skills and experience to assist Developers and Property Owners to identify and evaluate development opportunities, maximising value. We help our clients to make informed property and investment decisions, through our understanding of market needs and drivers. We can advise on risk and help to improve the value of property investments.

DEVELOPMENT MANAGEMENT

OUR SERVICES

At K2 we provide strategic cost advice, which allows our clients to make informed investment decisions. We then pro-actively manage project costs advising our clients of their financial exposure every step of the way.

COST &COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT

Acting or behalf of a developer or occupier k2’s team procures, appoints and oversees the design and build contractor to ensure they comply with the building contract and successfully deliver the project.

EMPLOYER’S AGENT

K2 monitor on behalf of investors and financial institutions that developers are constructing properties in accordance with the loan conditions. K2 advises when money can be drawn down and forecast costs to complete.

DEVELOPMENT & FUNDMONITORING

Project and Programme Management

Development Management

Cost and Commercial Management

Construction Management

PRE-DEVELOPMENT

PRE-CONSTRUCTION

DESIGN &CONSTRUCTION

POST-COMPLETION

Our extensive experience with private clients, developers and investors has given us valuable insights into the complex challenges that can arise on residential projects.

Whether providing traditional quantity surveying services, project management, cost validation or acting as monitoring surveyor, our work in the residential sector spans from creating individual bespoke high-spec houses to multi-dwelling developments and also student accommodation.

Regardless of budgets and specification, our aim is to ensure high quality spaces are developed cost effectively offering best value for our clients. Understanding quality and style expected by discerning purchasers and investors is important.

Our approach is to understand and focus clearly and proactively on the individual and specific needs of our clients. They are each provided a bespoke value added service based upon professional expertise, backed up by extensive local market knowledge.

We offer a range of cost planning and management services for the construction sector which are tailored to meet the needs of individual clients. These include cost planning, strategic project planning and implementation, project management, cost control, procurement advice, project documentation, contract administration and risk management.

We guarantee director level involvement with highly skilled and trained personnel assigned to the project. Our aim is to give high levels of attention and service tailored to the needs of each individual client. This is backed up by excellent technical skills and experience.

OUR APPROACH

K2 were involved in the delivery of the refurbishment and new build of a high-end residential property comprising of the reconfiguration and refurbishment of a large country house, construction of a new 2-storey guest wing including an art gallery, office and wine cellar. New build elements include the construction of a modern pavilion with glass link incorporating a plant room, gym, sauna and swimming pool, construction of a new outbuilding to provide garage space and stables together with extensive hard and soft landscaping across the site.

The project required retention of an existing façade and careful restoration of part of this Grade II listed building using approved local materials and methods. Extensive external landscaping to enhance its natural location within the South Downs National Park was undertaken.

K2 managed design, procurement and construction activities and reported on progress and performance against agreed targets. Construction took place throughout 2013 including the upgrade of utilities servicing the site.

K2 monitored the quality, programme and cost throughout the build to ensure the client obtained the best value on this luxury, bespoke, executive country property.

LIVING

PRIVATE RESIDENCE

CLIENT:Private ClientVALUE:£8mROLE:Project Management, Cost Management, Commercial Management

Construction of three high quality residential houses, comprising basement, lower and upper ground floors, first, second and third floors with soft landscaping and terraces to the rear gardens and hard landscaping and drive ways to the front.

Construction consists of reinforced concrete basement and frame construction and traditional masonry external envelope of brick and stone. Internally fully fitted out to a high quality specification.

Due to programme constraints, the works were carried out as three separate contracts for demolition of original office accommodation; substructure and frame; envelope and fitting out.

LIVING

MACAULAY ROAD, LONDON SW4

CLIENT:Santiago Settlement TrustVALUE:£6.5mROLE: Cost Management, Commercial Management

The works comprised conversion of an office building into a high quality residential development forming eight luxury apartments with undercroft car parking for sale to discerning purchasers.

New windows, roof and external works combined with adjacent occupied mews houses accessed through the site and a short programme, created challenging on site conditions to complete the works where minimisation of noise, dust and vibration were paramount. Pre-planning and strict logistics management were critical to the successful delivery of the Project.

The construction works were awarded based on a competitive single stage design and build contract.

LIVING

OLD CHURCH STREET, LONDON SW3

CLIENT:Waldron House LLPVALUE:£3.5mROLE:Cost Management, Commercial Management, Employer’s Agent

The works entailed the demolition of a former public house and the construction and fitting out of a luxury residence behind a retained facade to Waverton Street. A key part of the project was the construction of a deep three level basement on a severely confined site with restricted access that is surrounded on all sides by historic occupied residential properties.

This lead to numerous party wall negotiations and awards and intricate movement monitoring procedures being adopted.

The property with basement swimming pool, steam room, gym, cinema and roof top conservatory / green roof has ornate fibrous plaster finishes, stone wall and floor finishes, bespoke high quality joinery and whole house entertainment / security systems. A feature of the elevations is a bespoke bronze leaf effect rain-screen cladding.

Due to programme constraints, the works were carried out as three separate overlapping sections.

LIVING

WAVERTON STREET, LONDON W1

CLIENT:Waverton ConstructionVALUE:£7.5mROLE:Cost Management, Commercial Management

K2 were engaged to provide development management, quantity surveying and project management and to secure a planning permission for residential development. The options for the development were complicated as a result of the presence of heritage assets and an important listed building at the front of the site (Terriers House). As development managers, K2 oversaw the production and submission of 2 planning applications.

A public consultation was organised and a viability report commissioned to support the scheme.. Post-submission of the applications K2 Consultancy are co-ordinating and managing discussions with the Local Authority Planning Department and the client and project team. Support from a Planning Consultant and specialist PR firm has been enlisted to ensure the success of the preferred application.

Optimising the type, mix and layout of housing on this site has been carried out in conjunction with the architects and local sales/marketing companies.

Upon receipt of a planning permission K2 will procure the building contractor and manage the build contract or potentially the sale of the whole site to a housing developer.

LIVING

TERRIERS, HASLEMERE, SURREY

CLIENT:Jansons PropertiesVALUE:£12mROLE:Development Management,Project Management, Cost Management

The development comprised the construction of 13 luxury town houses, together with underground car parking for 24 cars including formation of a courtyard.

Demolition of existing buildings down to ground floor slab, removal of existing fuel tanks and underpinning of the North Boundary Wall was carried out as an Enabling Contract.

The houses were finished to a very high standard for discerning purchasers. Construction arrangements were flexible to accommodate purchasers requirements.

Particular attention was given to the close proximity of existing residential and office buildings and the military barracks, which were fully occupied.

LIVING

ACACIA ROAD, LONDON NW8

CLIENT:Taylor Woodrow Capital DevelopmentsVALUE:£9mROLE:Cost Management,Commercial Management

Conversion of an existing 5 storey building into two fabulously restored 5-bedroom, 5-storey Georgian townhouses. They are a synthesis of traditional architecture and contemporary elegance; the historical character blends fluently with the sophisticated and stylish living spaces. Each house has been restored with supreme craftsmanship and imagination, retaining the best of the classic features whilst introducing modern finishes and luxury kitchens and bathrooms that both complement and harmonise.

K2 were initially appointed as project, cost and construction managers but shortly after commencement of the project were asked by the client to provide a complete turnkey delivery of the project. As a result the project was delivered through our Development Company, K2 Developments.

The key challenge has been balancing the conservation issues with modern standards from new homes, this has been achieved with working closely with the various stakeholders.

LIVING

CITY ROAD, LONDON EC1

CLIENT:MAP Properties LtdVALUE:£6mROLE:Project Management, Cost Management, Construction Management, CDM Coordinator

The works consist of demolition of the existing property, clearing and disposing of all redundant materials and the construction of a new 7500ft2 7 bedroom house with integral triple garage, built to NHBC standards.

The new property incorporated the latest in home technology, smart lighting systems, air conditioning, together with high quality fixtures and fittings.

K2 were appointed as employers agents on the scheme conducting site monitoring visits, stage payment valuations, reporting to the client on progress and change management.

LIVING

PRIVATE HOUSE, AMERSHAM, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE

CLIENT:Private ResidenceVALUE:£6mROLE:Employer’s Agent, CDM Coordinator

K2 were involved in delivery of this impressive country house and equestrian centre, comprising of a detached horsewalker building (capable of exercising up to 6 horses at any one time), indoor arena (with viewing platforms flanked on either side), 2 separate stable wings accommodating 27 horse boxes with laboratory and support facilities, 3 storey central function area with horse preparation area on ground floor, riders lounge and viewing area on first floor and grooms accommodation on second floor.

This project was to a german design with materials sourced from mainland Europe and all works delivered in packages to UK contractors.

Works elsewhere on the site included upgrade of utilities servicing the site along with conversion of existing barns into stylish grooms accommodation and major refurbishment and extension of existing 19th century house into a lavish home, comprising:

• 10 bedrooms

• Indoor swimming pool

• Sauna/Steam room

• Gym

• 6 reception rooms

• Staff accommodation

LIVING

PRIVATE HOUSE & EQUESTRIAN CENTRE, SUSSEX

CLIENT:Private ClientVALUE:ConfidentialROLE:Project Management, Cost Management,Commercial Management, Development Management,Programme Management, Project Planning

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