Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Chartered Quantity Surveyors in Bolton & London
Established in 1975, Deacon & Jones has built a reputation for excellence in quantity surveying, project management, and contract administration. Our firm combines over five decades of experience with a commitment to innovation, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that control costs, mitigate risks, and add value. We serve both private and public sectors across the UK, mainland Europe, and West Africa, maintaining a hands-on approach and accountability throughout every project. Our team of chartered professionals adheres to the rigorous standards of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), reflecting our dedication to quality and professionalism. With a track record spanning diverse sectorsincluding commercial, residential, healthcare, and historic buildingswe deliver expertise that meets the unique demands of each client.Our long-standing relationships with repeat clients underscore our reliability and the trust placed in our services. We pride ourselves on balancing technical proficiency with personable service, ensuring projects of all scales achieve optimal outcomes. Our Cyber Essentials Plus accreditation highlights our commitment to cybersecurity, safeguarding client data and investments. Through continuous adaptation to industry advancements, we remain a trusted partner for construction professionals seeking precision and integrity. Our leadership team, with decades of collective experience, drives our mission to exceed client expectations while upholding the highest standards of professionalism.
Services
Quantity Surveying
Project Management
Employers Agent
Contract Administration
Bank Monitoring
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer over 50 years of experience in chartered quantity surveying and project management.
- Our team holds RICS accreditation, ensuring adherence to the highest industry standards.
- We provide tailored solutions for diverse sectors, including commercial, residential, and heritage projects.
- Our Cyber Essentials Plus certification demonstrates robust cybersecurity practices.
- We maintain hands-on involvement and accountability throughout every project lifecycle.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
- Cyber Essentials Plus
Services
Quantity Surveying
Our core service provides comprehensive cost management from project inception to completion. We offer preliminary cost advice, procurement route analysis, tender documentation, and post-contract cost control. Our RICS-accredited team ensures accurate budgeting and risk mitigation for clients across diverse sectors, including commercial, residential, and heritage projects. This service guarantees optimal financial oversight and value addition throughout the construction lifecycle.
Project Management
We manage projects from inception to completion, combining experience with innovation to meet client objectives. Our approach includes programme planning, third-party liaison, design management, and risk assessment. With over 30 years of expertise, we coordinate resources and stakeholders to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery. This service caters to sectors such as retail, healthcare, and infrastructure, ensuring seamless project execution.
Employers Agent
As Employers Agents, we act as the client's representative in design-and-build projects. Our role includes contract administration, compliance monitoring, and liaison with design teams. We ensure adherence to contractual obligations while safeguarding client interests. This service is tailored for complex developments requiring expert oversight, including commercial and mixed-use schemes.
Contract Administration
We ensure compliance with contract terms throughout projects, managing payment certifications, instructions, and rectification periods. Our team often combines this role with quantity surveying to provide holistic oversight. This service is critical for maintaining legal and procedural integrity in projects ranging from residential developments to large-scale infrastructure.
Bank Monitoring
We provide independent progress assessments for financial institutions, protecting investment interests in construction projects. Our role includes evaluating project viability, cost control, and compliance with funding agreements. This service is tailored for banks and investors seeking transparent, risk-mitigated development oversight, particularly in high-value commercial and infrastructure schemes.
People
Richard Bussey
Principal Partner
With over 35 years at Deacon & Jones, Richard specialises in contract administration and employers agent roles. He has managed projects ranging from 50,000 to 200 million across commercial, residential, and healthcare sectors.
Mark Lamoury
Principal Partner
A chartered surveyor since 1991, Mark focuses on risk minimisation and contract expertise. He has extensive experience in retail, leisure, and residential projects across the UK, Europe, and West Africa.
Roy Fairclough
Principal Partner
Roy joined in 1997 and became a partner in 2008. His expertise spans retail, residential, and listed building projects, with a focus on procurement routes and value-driven solutions.
Phil Taylor
Senior Associate
With 37 years in private quantity surveying, Phil specialises in residential and heritage projects. He has extensive experience in high-end developments and conservation works for listed buildings.
Paul Weston
Senior Associate
Paul has over 40 years of consultancy experience, including roles as employers agent and contract administrator. He has worked on projects in Europe and across sectors like healthcare, defence, and civil infrastructure.
Questions
What services does Deacon & Jones offer?
We specialise in quantity surveying, project management, employers agent services, contract administration, and bank monitoring for construction projects.
How long has Deacon & Jones been in business?
We have over 50 years of experience, having been founded in 1975.
In which regions do you operate?
We work across the UK, mainland Europe, and West Africa.
Are you accredited by professional institutions?
Yes, we are a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)-accredited practice.
What sectors do you specialise in?
We handle commercial, residential, healthcare, education, historic buildings, and infrastructure projects.
How do you ensure cybersecurity for client data?
We hold the Cyber Essentials Plus certification, demonstrating our commitment to robust data protection.
