Business Details
40 Years
experience
Trusted Independent Monitoring Surveyors for Banks & Investors
Established in 1986, Westminster Consultants is a Chartered Quantity Surveying practice specialising in Independent Monitoring Services for banks, funding organisations, and investors. Our expertise spans residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, and health sectors, with a track record of monitoring over 4,000 projects valued at 4 billion. We prioritise collaboration, integrity, and proactive risk management to protect client interests.Our team combines 100+ years of hands-on experience, having navigated three property market crises, ensuring informed decision-making and project success. We utilise cutting-edge technology to deliver timely, concise advice tailored to each development phase, from due diligence to loan drawdowns.
Services
Project Monitoring
Due Diligence
LPA Receivership
Expert Witness
Construction Appraisal
Risk Assessment
Development Finance
Statutory Compliance
Loan Drawdown Assessment
Property Valuation
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 years of combined experience in property development monitoring.
- Our team has guided clients through three major property market crises.
- We provide prompt, technology-driven advice tailored to project timelines.
- Our collaborative approach ensures transparent risk identification and mitigation.
- We have monitored 4 billion worth of projects with a proven track record.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Depth of experience
Prompt service
Professional and direct advice
Adds real value
Thorough and reliable
Services
Project Monitoring
Our project monitoring service ensures lenders' investments remain secure by tracking budget adherence, timelines, and statutory compliance. We provide timely advice during all development phases, from site acquisition to loan drawdowns. With over 4,000 projects monitored nationwide, our approach combines hands-on expertise with cutting-edge technology to mitigate risks and protect client interests.
Due Diligence
We conduct comprehensive due diligence inspections covering planning permissions, environmental requirements, and contractual arrangements. Our reports deliver clear insights into project viability, enabling informed lending decisions. By liaising with solicitors and valuation surveyors, we ensure all stakeholders receive accurate, actionable information to minimise development risks.
LPA Receivership
Our LPA Receivership service offers expert appraisals and strategic advice for property realisation. Partners Bruce Smith and Richard Tait provide impartial assessments of building costs and property options, supporting banks and liquidators in maximising asset value while adhering to legal requirements.
Expert Witness
Acting as expert witnesses, our team provides authoritative testimony on development appraisals and construction contracts. With decades of courtroom experience, we deliver impartial analysis of project monitoring data and contractual disputes, ensuring clients receive legally robust support during conflict resolution.
Construction Appraisal
We offer independent construction cost assessments and development viability analyses. Our appraisals consider market conditions, statutory requirements, and project timelines to inform lending decisions. By evaluating collateral warranties and insurance arrangements, we help clients understand potential returns and risks associated with property investments.
People
Bruce Smith
Senior Partner
Bruce founded Westminster Consultants in 1986 and has over 35 years' experience as an independent monitoring surveyor. He specialises in project monitoring and expert witness testimony, having worked through three property market crises. A West Ham United supporter, he plays for the England national amateur football team.
Richard Tait
Partner
Richard rejoined Westminster Consultants in 1998 after working with national contractors. He brings extensive monitoring surveying expertise and manages business development. An avid cyclist and golfer, he combines technical knowledge with a collaborative approach to client relationships.
Mike Hazelton
Partner
Mike joined as Partner in 2020, bringing 30 years' experience from leading consultancies. He focuses on commercial property developments across multiple sectors and oversees marketing initiatives. A former rugby player and coach, he supports Crystal Palace FC while managing complex project monitoring assignments.
Questions
What services does Westminster Consultants offer?
We specialise in project monitoring, due diligence, LPA receivership, expert witness testimony, and construction appraisals for property developments.
How long has Westminster Consultants operated?
We've provided independent monitoring services since 1986, with our founding partners accumulating over 100 years of combined industry experience.
Which sectors do you work in?
We operate across residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, and healthcare sectors, handling projects from single homes to £4 billion developments.
How do you support lenders during property crises?
Having navigated three major market downturns, we provide risk mitigation strategies and timely advice to protect investments during economic uncertainty.
What areas do you cover?
While based in Surrey, we operate nationwide with extensive experience in London, Bristol, and regional development projects.
