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Know what your project should cost, before you commit
At Derek Gough Associates, we support clients undertaking premium residential construction projects through professional quantity surveying, contract administration and project management. As a RICS-regulated, ISO 9001-accredited consultancy, we maintain audited quality procedures while providing impartial financial and contractual guidance. Our expertise covers private residential renovations, property extensions and newly constructed homes. With established offices in Cheshire and central London, alongside a developing presence across the Midlands, we work on projects in these regions and beyond. Our services encompass preliminary cost estimates, preparation of schedules of works, tender management, contractor selection and ongoing financial oversight throughout construction.

Recognising that smaller residential projects may not require a complete professional appointment, we developed DGA Plus for schemes costing up to £1 million. This structured toolkit enables homeowners and their architects to prepare and refine cost plans during the initial design phases, using templates tailored to Central London, Outer London or other UK locations. Chartered quantity surveyor review sessions provide opportunities to examine assumptions, identify overlooked expenses and consider adjustments to the proposed specification. We also advise on professional fees, surveys and structural investigations. For substantial or complicated projects, our full services extend to Employer's Agent duties, project management, post-contract valuations, final accounts, lender fund monitoring and whole-life cost and carbon assessment.
Services
Quantity surveying Project management DGA Plus cost planning Cost plans and budget estimates Schedules of works and tender documents Tender management Contract administration Employer's Agent services Post-contract cost management Fund monitoring for lenders Whole-life cost and carbon assessment
Served areas
  • Knutsford, Cheshire, Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Prestbury, Hale, Altrincham, Macclesfield, Manchester, North West England, London, Belgravia, Chelsea, Kensington, Knightsbridge, Mayfair, Westminster, Midlands, UK-wide (DGA Plus)
Details
  • Year established: 1993
  • Employees: 17
  • Licensed
  • Insured
Highlights and features
  • RICS-regulated practice
  • ISO 9001 accredited
  • Chartered quantity surveyors
  • Independent advice, acting for the client
  • Specialists in high-end private residential
  • DGA Plus cost toolkit for projects up to £1m
  • Review sessions with a chartered QS
  • Offices in Knutsford and central London
  • Regional cost templates for London and the rest of the UK
  • Works alongside architects and designers
Associations and certifications
  • RICS-regulated firm
  • ISO 9001 accredited quality management
  • Good Business Charter Accredited
Payment methods
  • Debit cards, Credit cards, Mobile payments, Bank transfers
What people say
"Outstanding Service from DGA Quantity Surveyors" "We received a great service where we required a 4M plus tender pricing in a short time frame" For me the difference that makes the difference is the people ..and in my case I could not be happier with everything that Ian and Blair did for me so responsive, supportive and always ready to help or give guidance.
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Project Planning
We support informed project planning by reviewing proposed schemes at inception and advising on their feasibility, suitability and potential duration. Our guidance extends to appointing suitable design professionals and considering effective approaches to contractor procurement. Together with our Quantity Surveyors, we establish indicative construction costs and prepare comprehensive financial projections incorporating direct client costs, fees and VAT.
Project Management
We provide an integrated project management service covering overall project responsibility and the co-ordination of contractors and design teams. Our role extends to acting as your dependable advisor throughout the process. With direct oversight of on-site activities, we assess performance against expectations. We concentrate on meeting project timescales, controlling costs and maintaining exceptional quality standards.
Client Representation
Our approach to client representation combines project management with flexibility over personal participation. We establish each client's requirements through close cooperation with their family office and in-house staff before putting them into practice. Progress is communicated at regular intervals. Whether clients prefer direct involvement in design and material decisions or minimal participation, we accommodate their wishes.
Contract Administration
Our approach to contract administration centres on the formal management of contractual arrangements on your behalf. We ensure that the Contractor's contractual procedures are followed and that information is managed effectively. Throughout this process, we capture any changes made to the scope of works. We then provide the corresponding instructions as required under the contract.
People
Ian Scott
Ian Scott
Director of Project Management
We deliver seamless project experiences to the highest of standards with expertise, integrity and a human touch. Our service is built upon decades of industry knowledge and trust, enabling a project to flow. Full of involvement, energised focus and enjoyment.
Reviews (6)
Raj Kalghatgi
Jan 25, 2026 Report
Will Cheung promptly addressed my inquiries, even going above and beyond by responding on his day off to provide the requested details.
Mike May
Sep 15, 2025 Report
We received a great service where we required a 4M plus tender pricing in a short time frame.
The tender was priced before time, giving ourselves plenty of time to reflect.
The tender was provided in a fully priced BOQ format, easy to understand and an extremely professional presentation.
We would recommend this company.
St Demolition & Groundwork Ltd
Jun 19, 2025 Report
I can not praise this company enough, I have been a client of Derek Gough's now for 5 years and they have helped me grow my company to what is is today. The staff are professional and are there to assist us in getting the prices right for our clients. They have helped us so much and accommodated us at short notice. Thank you to Derek, Philippa, Edward and all the staff at Derek Gough Associates for assisting us in growing our business.
Gavin Mack
Nov 27, 2024 Report
The service provided was excellent. Friendly, professional and responsive to our personal requirements.
Thomas William Knight
Dec 05, 2023 Report
My contact Will Cheung responded to my requests for information in a timely manner and even worked on his day off to get back to me with information requested
Kieron Smith
May 05, 2023 Report
We have used DGA services to tender for a few of our contracts now ranging from high-end refurbishment to small loft conversions and extensions and we’ve been very impressed with the service throughout. Philippa and her team are very professional and extremely accurate! One of the best QS’S we’ve worked alongside!