Business Details
Expert Construction & Project Management in Sevenoaks
At Woodside Consultancy, we take full responsibility for construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to industry standards and deadlines. With over 45 years of experience in the construction sector, our team specialises in principal domestic work, managing projects valued up to and exceeding 1 million. We maintain strong relationships with trade suppliers to secure competitive pricing, which we pass directly to clients through our transparent open-book policy. Our approach allows clients to initiate projects earlier using budget figures, with flexibility to adjust works while paying only actual trade costs plus a fixed management fee.This methodology often delivers cost savings compared to traditional procurement routes. Operating within a 30-mile radius of Sevenoaks, Kent, we combine traditional tendering with project management expertise, with approximately 75% of our workload focused on project management. Our reputation for quality service has been built through referrals, repeat business, and recommendations, reflecting our commitment to client satisfaction.
Services
Residential Construction
Project Management
Extensions
New Builds
Refurbishments
Commercial Construction
Highlights and features
- We offer 45 years' experience in construction and project management
- Our open book policy ensures complete pricing transparency
- Fixed fee project management with actual trade cost pass-through
- 75% of our workload focuses on dedicated project management services
- Established reputation through referrals and repeat business
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Building
Services
Residential Construction
We deliver comprehensive residential construction solutions including extensions, new builds, and major refurbishments across Kent. Our open-book pricing model ensures clients pay only actual trade costs plus a fixed management fee. With projects regularly exceeding 1 million in value, we combine traditional building expertise with modern project management methodologies to deliver quality outcomes within agreed deadlines.
Project Management
Our specialist project management service covers 75% of our workload, offering clients complete oversight from planning through to completion. We coordinate all professional parties and bodies involved while maintaining strict budget control through transparent accounting practices. This approach allows early project commencement and mid-project flexibility without compromising cost efficiency or quality standards.
Extensions
We design and construct bespoke residential extensions tailored to clients' specific needs and property characteristics. Our experienced team manages all aspects from initial concept through to final completion, ensuring seamless integration with existing structures while maintaining compliance with all relevant building regulations and standards.
Commercial Construction
While primarily focused on domestic projects, we maintain capability to deliver commercial construction solutions. Our commercial expertise spans various building types and scales, applying the same rigorous quality control and transparent pricing principles that have established our reputation in the residential sector across the Sevenoaks area.
Refurbishments
We undertake comprehensive property refurbishment projects that enhance functionality and modernise existing structures. Our approach balances cost-effectiveness with quality outcomes, leveraging established trade supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing on materials and specialist workmanship while maintaining strict project oversight throughout the renovation process.
People
Mark Rumbelow
Director
With over 45 years in construction, Mark Rumbelow established Woodside Consultancy after extensive experience in site management, local authority surveying, and running a construction company since 1984. His expertise spans both commercial and domestic sectors, focusing on quality project delivery since transitioning to specialist residential services in 2002.
Questions
What types of construction projects do you handle?
We specialise in residential projects including extensions, new builds, and refurbishments, while also undertaking selected commercial construction work across Kent.
How does your open book pricing model work?
Clients pay actual trade costs plus a fixed management fee, with complete transparency through regular accounting of all project expenditures.
What areas do you cover?
We operate within a 30-mile radius of Sevenoaks, Kent, serving both residential and commercial clients throughout the region.
How are project timelines managed?
We commit to agreed deadlines with comprehensive planning and regular progress monitoring, leveraging our established trade network to maintain schedule integrity.
Can I make changes during the project?
Yes, our open book arrangement allows flexibility for variations while maintaining cost transparency and budget control throughout the construction process.
