Strategic advice.
When decisions matter.
Mavora provides strategic property development and commercial advice to developers, investors and private clients - from appraisal and viability through procurement, contractor selection and commercial review.
HOW MAVORA CAN HELP
Independent advice at the key decision points throughout the development lifecycle.
Appraisal & Viability Review
Before you acquire, invest or proceed
Commercial review of appraisals, viability assumptions and project budgets to support informed development decisions.
Development appraisal review
Cost and value assumption challenge
Programme and risk assessment
Viability and sensitivity review
Before you decide how to deliver the project
Advice on construction procurement routes, tender strategy and contractor selection to establish the right delivery approach.
Procurement route assessment
Tender strategy and market approach
Packaging and programme considerations
Commercial risk allocation
Procurement Strategy
Cost & Value Optimisation
When costs need to be reduced or value improved
Independent cost management and quantity surveying advice to challenge costs, add value and strengthen commercial outcomes.
Cost plan and budget review
Benchmarking and efficiency review
Value engineering and optimisation
Contingency and risk review
Tender Review & Contractor Selection
Before you appoint a contractor
Independent review of construction tenders and commercial proposals to support confident contractor selection.
Tender pack health check prior to issue
Tender evaluation and commercial analysis
Contractor proposal review and clarifications
Recommendation and appointment support
Before you enter into a major commitment
Assessment of commercial terms, risk allocation and key obligations before contractual commitment.
Contract form suitability assessment
Health check of contract pack prior to execution
Commercial terms and risk allocation review
Pre-contract commercial challenge
Contract Review & Risk
Independent Second Opinion
Before a key decision
Objective advice when you want an experienced perspective before making a significant development or commercial decision.
Considering a site or property acquisition
Testing viability or development strategy
Preparing to appoint a main contractor
Before entering into a major contract
WHAT TO EXPECT
Every appointment is tailored to the project, decision and stage of development.
1. Initial Conversation
A confidential discussion to understand your project, objectives and the decisions you're facing.
2. Information Review
Review of information including appraisals, budgets, design, tenders and contracts.
3. Strategic Advice
Clear, practical recommendations provided in a concise written report and follow up discussion.
4. Support
Further advice and support as your project progresses or new decisions arise.
5. Better Decisions
You make better-informed decisions and protect value across the development.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Mavora supports homeowners, developers, investors and private clients across residential, mixed-use and commercial projects. Appointments range from residential extensions and bespoke homes through to major development opportunities. Every engagement is tailored to the project, decision and stage of development.
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Mavora provides the greatest value before significant commercial commitments are made, such as land acquisition, procurement strategy, contractor appointment or contract execution. However, advice can be provided at any stage of a project.
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Yes. Mavora complements existing development, project management and cost management teams by providing an independent strategic perspective at key commercial decision points.
For smaller projects where appointing a full consultant team may not be proportionate, Mavora can also provide focussed strategic advice.
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Yes. Many appointments are focused one-off commissions, providing an independent review or second opinion on a specific issue. Ongoing strategic support is also available where appropriate.
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Every appointment is tailored to the project and agreed in advance. Whether you require a one-off review or ongoing strategic support, Mavora will recommend an appropriate scope of services, deliverables and fixed fee before any work begins.
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Timescales depend on the scope of the appointment, but focused reviews can often be completed within days where required. Timescales will always be agreed at the outset.
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Yes. Most appointments are delivered remotely through Teams meetings and digital document reviews, allowing Mavora to support projects across the UK efficiently and cost-effectively.
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Yes. Mavora is led by a Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) with nearly 20 years’ experience advising on residential, mixed-use and commercial developments. Advice is informed by both client-side development commercial leadership for significant London developers and prior consultancy experience for leading cost consultants with experience across projects ranging from private residential commissions to major development schemes.
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Yes. Mavora maintains appropriate Professional Indemnity Insurance for the services it provides, giving clients confidence that appointments are supported by appropriate professional protection.
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Yes. All discussions and project information are treated in strict confidence. Confidentiality is fundamental to every appointment.
An independent perspective can make all the difference.
If you’re facing a key development decision or would value a second opinion, we’d be pleased to explore how Mavora can help.