Our quantity surveying services provide councils, housing associations, and social landlords with expert financial and commercial oversight for retrofit energy improvement programmes. We ensure that projects funded through the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF), Off-Gas Retrofit Programme (ORP), Energy Company Obligation (ECO), and other initiatives are delivered efficiently, on budget, and with value for money.
Quantity surveying is critical for managing costs, controlling budgets, and supporting PAS 2035-compliant retrofit projects, ensuring energy efficiency improvements are financially sustainable.
What Is Quantity Surveying?
Quantity surveying is the professional management of all financial, contractual, and commercial aspects of a retrofit project. A quantity surveyor monitors project costs, evaluates variations, and ensures that funding and expenditure are aligned with project objectives.
In the context of retrofit energy improvement schemes, quantity surveying includes:
- Preparing accurate cost estimates and budgets for retrofit works
- Managing procurement and tendering processes
- Monitoring contractor payments, variations, and cost control
- Advising on financial implications of design or specification changes
- Supporting grant funding compliance and audit-ready reporting
Why Quantity Surveying Is Needed
Retrofit programmes, especially for non-traditional, PRC, or hard-to-treat homes, involve multiple contractors, complex technical requirements, and funding conditions. Without professional quantity surveying:
- Projects may experience budget overruns or unplanned expenditure
- Financial risks may not be properly identified or managed
- Funding programme compliance (SHDF, ORP, ECO) could be compromised
- Value for money and cost efficiency may be reduced
A dedicated quantity surveyor ensures that costs are controlled, budgets are optimised, and financial risks are mitigated, supporting the successful delivery of retrofit works.
What Our Service Provides
Our quantity surveying service includes:
Cost Planning and Estimation
- Preparation of detailed cost plans and budgets for retrofit programmes
- Forecasting costs for materials, labour, and project delivery
- Analysis of energy efficiency measures, external wall insulation, heating upgrades, and renewable energy installations
Procurement and Tender Management
- Managing tender processes for contractors and suppliers
- Evaluation of bids, contract negotiation, and selection of cost-effective solutions
Financial Monitoring and Reporting
- Monitoring expenditure against budgets and project milestones
- Verifying contractor invoices, managing variations, and controlling costs
- Providing clear financial reports for asset managers, boards, and funders
Compliance and Audit Support
- Ensuring all cost management aligns with PAS 2035 and funding programme requirements
- Providing audit-ready documentation for SHDF, ORP, ECO, or other grants
Supporting Retrofit Programmes
Our quantity surveying services support:
- SHDF, ORP, and ECO grant-funded retrofit programmes
- PAS 2035-compliant energy efficiency works
- EPC/SAP improvement and external wall insulation projects
- Non-traditional and hard-to-treat property retrofit planning
- Strategic financial planning and long-term decarbonisation investment
By integrating quantity surveying into your retrofit programme, landlords can ensure projects are financially sustainable, compliant, and optimised for maximum energy and carbon savings.
Deliverables
Clients receive:
- Detailed cost plans and budgets for each retrofit project
- Tender documentation and contractor evaluation support
- Financial monitoring and reporting throughout the programme
- Verification of contractor invoices and variation management
- Audit-ready cost records for funders, regulators, and internal governance
All outputs are presented in plain English, translating complex financial and contractual information into clear, actionable guidance.
Why Work With MDA?
MDA has extensive experience delivering quantity surveying services for social housing retrofit, including non-traditional, PRC, and hard-to-treat properties. Our expertise ensures:
- Accurate cost planning and forecasting for retrofit projects
- Optimised budgets and financial control across SHDF, ORP, ECO, and other funding programmes
- Value for money and risk mitigation throughout project delivery
- Confidence for landlords, funders, and contractors that projects are cost-efficient, compliant, and high-performing
With MDA, social landlords gain a trusted partner to manage the financial success of their retrofit programmes, supporting energy efficiency, carbon reduction, and long-term sustainability.