Physical development
Masterplanning and Site Development Strategies
Preparation of development masterplans including feasibility studies; strategic advice; evaluation of site development potential; property market analysis; site development briefs; establishing the potential of and strategies for re-development of “brownfield” sites; undertaking public consultation exercises; risk assessment and management.
Advising on/or undertaking due diligence on construction projects
Project brief development; preparation and agreement of implementation plans; composition of the professional team, their terms and procurement; construction contract terms, warranties, bonds and guarantees; project programming and insurance; selection of construction tenderers; preparation of tender documentation and evaluation of tenders; procurement and proper execution of construction contracts.
Post-contract project monitoring and reporting
Valuation of work in progress including contract monitoring and reporting on progress and maintenance of programme including evaluating extensions of time; cash flow predictions and drawdown schedules; ensuring provision of warranties and satisfactory novations; contract administration, financial management and change control; quality control and health and safety procedures; settlement of final account including any loss and expense claims; completion of defects.
Bad Book Construction Technical Advice for Funders
Evaluation of current status and projected out-turn of projects; proposals for recovery or maximisation of asset values in projects; management of distressed projects.
Area Improvement
Environmental and infrastructure improvement audits; complex site assessments; commercial assessments of development potential; development frameworks; site development briefs; communication processes with business and community interests to engage them in the development process; design of practical implementation mechanisms. Audits of site uses, the environment and infrastructure; liaison with business organisations, special interest groups, traders and local residents; identifying additional employment opportunities that could be attracted; and drawing from lessons from elsewhere.
Area Regeneration Strategies
Working with public and private sector partners. Assessment of partners’ aspirations; assessment of local development and regeneration potential; developing consensus on objectives and priorities; preparation of public/private sector action frameworks; and formulation of implementation programmes.
Science and Technology Park Development
Development, construction and management of science, technology and incubator facilities encompassing all aspects from initial research; feasibility study; project management through to staffing and on-going management.
Chartered Architect, Christine Levine, Emprima's Design and Planning Director.
Chartered Builder, Simon Penrose, Emprima's Construction Director.