Business Details
Expert Construction Management Services in Wakefield
Wordsworth Construction Management has been delivering construction management and consultancy services for over 35 years. We specialise in principal contractor roles, health and safety management, programme coordination, and commercial oversight across public and private sector projects. Our team provides end-to-end support from pre-construction feasibility assessments to on-site execution, ensuring transparency, reliability, and value engineering.With expertise in RIBA stages 1-6, we tailor services to client needs while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards. Our collaborative culture and proven track record in complex projects, including healthcare and automotive sector developments, position us as a trusted delivery partner across the UK.
Services
Construction Management
Principal Contractor
Commercial Management
Project Execution Plans
Cost Planning
Design Coordination
Value Engineering
Expert Witness
Forensic Planning
Procurement Services
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of experience in construction management services
- Our team provides transparent principal contractor services with direct client engagement
- We deliver complex healthcare and automotive sector projects with proven risk management
- Our flexible RIBA stage 1-6 services ensure tailored project delivery
- We maintain a 90% repeat client rate through reliable, value-driven solutions
What people say
Managed all tensions with ease
Achieve financial aspirations
Start and finish on time
Deliver complex volumetric builds
Provide cost certainty
Services
Construction Management
Our construction management services provide comprehensive oversight of building projects from inception to completion. We manage procurement, scheduling, quality control, and health and safety compliance while maintaining direct client collaboration. Our approach ensures cost transparency and flexibility for scheme adjustments throughout the construction phase.
Principal Contractor
As principal contractor, we coordinate all on-site activities while managing CDM regulations compliance. Our services include construction phase planning, safety management, trade contractor supervision, and interface coordination. This role ensures seamless project execution while maintaining strict adherence to regulatory requirements and client specifications.
Commercial Management
Our commercial management services deliver financial oversight through cost planning, feasibility studies, and contract administration. We provide monthly valuations, final accounts processing, and market-tested pricing strategies to ensure budget adherence while maintaining commercial transparency throughout the project lifecycle.
Project Management
We offer end-to-end project management covering pre-construction planning through to handover. Our services include developing execution plans, managing procurement processes, and coordinating design and construction phases. This ensures timely delivery while maintaining quality standards and budget parameters.
Value Engineering
Our value engineering services identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality. We analyse buildability, material selection, and construction methods to enhance project value. This approach reduces risks while improving efficiency and long-term asset performance for clients.
People
Shaun Wordsworth
Managing Director
With over 35 years in construction, Shaun leads strategic direction and client relationships. His expertise spans complex project delivery and commercial management across healthcare and automotive sectors.
Martin Thomas
Operations Director
Martin oversees operational delivery, ensuring project execution aligns with quality standards. He specialises in managing multi-site developments and construction logistics for national clients.
Phil Burgess
Pre-Construction Director
Phil leads pre-construction services, focusing on feasibility assessments and bid management. His 25+ years' experience ensures commercial and programme certainty before project commencement.
Robert Wilkinson
Planning Director
Robert specialises in construction programming and forensic planning. He ensures schedule adherence while managing complex interface coordination across multi-disciplinary projects.
Andre Witter
Operations Director
As client representative, Andre provides external validation of our delivery capabilities. His testimonial highlights successful delivery of the Warwick Hospital Elective Hub under challenging conditions.
Questions
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
We focus on healthcare, automotive, and commercial sectors with particular expertise in complex healthcare developments and nationwide automotive facility projects.
How do you manage multi-location projects?
Our team coordinates simultaneous developments across the UK, from Glasgow to the Channel Coast, using centralised planning with localised execution strategies.
What makes your approach different?
We operate on a transparent fee basis with direct client-contractor contracts, offering greater flexibility and cost visibility compared to traditional procurement methods.
How do you handle project risks?
We implement proactive risk management by allocating risks to appropriate parties, maintaining contingency planning, and using forensic scheduling techniques to prevent delays.
Can you assist with pre-construction planning?
Yes, our pre-construction services include feasibility studies, cost planning, bid management, and procurement strategy development to establish commercial certainty before works commence.
Do you work on listed buildings or heritage sites?
While not our primary focus, our experience with complex refurbishments and sensitive environments enables us to deliver heritage projects requiring specialist planning and execution.
