Business Details
25 Years
experience
Trusted Building Surveyors and Project Management Services in Surrey
Chawton Hill is a dedicated team of RICS Chartered Surveyors, construction consultants, and project managers based in Surrey, with additional teams across the South of England. Established in 2001, the company specialises in cost consultancy, commercial and contractual advice, project management, and building surveys. With ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, the business prioritises quality, environmental responsibility, and occupational health standards. The team delivers nationwide services for residential, commercial, educational, healthcare, and ecclesiastical sectors, combining technical expertise with client-centric solutions.Their independent, owner-managed structure allows tailored responses to client needs, supported by a proven track record in complex projects. The firms RICS regulation ensures adherence to global ethical and professional standards. Client testimonials highlight competitive pricing, timely delivery, and comprehensive reporting. Key projects include the Queens Promenade regeneration and Surbiton Library restoration. The teams expertise extends to party wall matters, dilapidations, and reinstatement cost assessments, serving both private and public sector clients.
Services
Building Surveying
Project Management
Quantity Surveying
Party Wall Services
Landlord Services
Dilapidations Assessments
Reinstatement Cost Surveys
Construction Consultancy
Employer's Agent
Schedule of Condition
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We are ISO 9001:2015 certified for quality management systems.
- Our team includes RICS Chartered Surveyors with sector-specific expertise.
- We deliver nationwide project management for residential and commercial developments.
- Client feedback rates our competitive pricing and timely reporting.
- Certified to ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 for environmental and health standards.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
- RICS
What people say
Competitive pricing
Timely delivery
Comprehensive reporting
Excellent professionalism
Highly recommend
Services
Building Surveying
Chawton Hill provides RICS-certified building surveys for residential and commercial properties. Our surveys identify structural issues, maintenance needs, and valuation insights. Clients benefit from detailed reports to inform purchasing decisions or property management strategies.
Project Management
The company manages construction projects nationwide, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Services include contractor coordination, cost control, and compliance with ISO standards. Clients receive transparent progress updates and risk mitigation strategies.
Party Wall Services
Chawton Hill offers party wall surveying under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. We prepare schedules of condition and resolve disputes between property owners. Our impartial assessments prevent legal conflicts during construction near shared boundaries.
Landlord Services
Services include reinstatement cost assessments, dilapidations advice, and maintenance planning for landlords. We help maximise property returns through condition surveys and budgeting strategies tailored to residential and commercial portfolios.
Quantity Surveying
The firm provides cost consultancy for construction projects, including budgeting, tender analysis, and contract administration. Clients benefit from ISO-certified cost control and transparent financial reporting throughout project lifecycles.
People
David Edwards
Managing Director
David has extensive project management and employer's agent experience, leading complex construction projects across the UK's public and private sectors.
James Matthewson
Director
James is a chartered building surveyor with over 15 years of expertise in property assessments and construction consultancy for commercial developments.
Scherise Oberholzer
Chartered Quantity Surveyor
Scherise specialises in cost management and contractual advice, supporting clients with budgeting and financial oversight for large-scale construction projects.
Alex Bennett
Chartered Building Surveyor
Alex provides building surveying services for residential and commercial properties, focusing on condition assessments and dilapidations advice.
Andrew Knights
Business Development Manager
Andrew oversees Chawton Hill's growth strategy, connecting clients with tailored surveying and project management solutions across multiple sectors.
Questions
What accreditations does Chawton Hill hold?
Chawton Hill is ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certified, and regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Do you provide services outside Surrey?
Yes, we operate nationwide, delivering surveying and project management services across the UK for residential, commercial, and public sector clients.
What types of building surveys do you offer?
We provide RICS HomeBuyer Reports, building surveys, and reinstatement cost assessments for residential and commercial properties.
How do you handle party wall disputes?
Our RICS-certified surveyors prepare schedules of condition and act as impartial advisors under the Party Wall etc. Act 1996 to resolve disputes.
Can you assist with landlord property management?
Yes, we offer reinstatement cost assessments, dilapidations advice, and maintenance planning to help landlords optimise property portfolios.
What construction sectors do you specialise in?
We work across education, healthcare, ecclesiastical, commercial, and residential sectors, managing projects from small renovations to large developments.
