Business Details
10 Years
experience
Trusted Construction Consultancy Services
Established in 2016, Diafora is a RICS-regulated consultancy specialising in Quantity Surveying, Project Management, and Dispute Resolution. Our team of chartered professionals brings over 25 years of collective experience across civil engineering, infrastructure, power distribution, and remediation sectors. We operate with integrity and technical excellence, supporting clients through all project phases from feasibility to completion. Our proactive approach combines technical mastery with commercial acumen to deliver cost-effective solutions. As advocates of the RICS Conflict Avoidance Pledge, we prioritise collaborative problem-solving to prevent disputes.With global project experience spanning the UK, Europe, and Middle East, we provide tailored support from ad-hoc advice to long-term partnerships. Our NEC contract specialists and planning experts utilise innovative technologies to optimise project outcomes. The leadership team maintains active RICS involvement, with Phillip Holden serving on the East Midlands Regional Board. We invest in staff development through our RICS APC mentorship programme while maintaining a client-centric focus that has earned repeat business across diverse sectors including renewable energy and large-scale earthworks.
Services
Quantity Surveying
Project Management
Dispute Resolution
Planning Services
Construction Consultancy
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of RICS-regulated quantity surveying expertise
- Our team includes NEC contract specialists and dispute resolution experts
- We provide tailored support from single-project advice to long-term partnerships
- Our consultants hold multiple chartered statuses including MRICS and MCIArb
- We maintain active roles in RICS governance and professional development
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Pro-active approach
Reliable service
Chartered professionals
Technical expertise
RICS-regulated
Services
Quantity Surveying
Our chartered quantity surveyors deliver comprehensive cost management services across all project phases. From initial budgeting to final account reconciliation, we provide accurate cost analysis and contract administration. Our RICS-regulated professionals specialise in NEC and JCT contracts, offering expert witness services and dispute resolution support when required.
Project Management
We provide end-to-end project management for infrastructure and building developments. Our services cover programme planning, resource coordination, and quality control. With expertise in power distribution and civil engineering projects, we ensure timely delivery within budget while maintaining compliance with industry standards.
Dispute Resolution
Our dispute specialists focus on conflict prevention through proactive contract management. When disputes arise, we offer mediation, adjudication, and expert determination services. The team includes members of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators with experience in construction law and contract interpretation.
Planning Services
Specialist planning services cover pre-construction feasibility, construction scheduling, and forensic delay analysis. We utilise advanced planning software to create critical path method (CPM) schedules and resource management plans tailored to project complexity and contract requirements.
Construction Consultancy
Our consultancy services span multiple sectors including renewable energy, highways infrastructure, and remediation projects. We offer commercial management support, contract strategy advice, and technical expertise to both contractors and clients throughout the project lifecycle.
People
Phillip Holden
Managing Director
Chartered Quantity Surveyor with 25+ years' experience across civil engineering and infrastructure projects. RICS East Midlands Regional Board member and co-founder of Diafora. Specialises in technical-commercial integration and dispute avoidance.
Jodie Holden
Director & Company Secretary
Co-founder responsible for business strategy and administration. University of Derby graduate with extensive managerial experience. Oversees marketing, finance, and operational governance while maintaining project delivery oversight.
Robert Tacey
Associate Director
25-year construction industry veteran with expertise in large-scale earthworks and infrastructure projects. Leads team development initiatives and supports strategic growth while maintaining client relationship oversight.
Gordon Smith
Senior Commercial Consultant
35-year construction law and commercial management specialist. Dual-qualified MRICS and MCIArb professional with expertise in formal dispute resolution and RICS professional development mentoring.
Ian Townsend
Planning Manager
NEC contract specialist with 20 years' planning experience. Leads programming department specialising in forensic delay analysis and lean construction methodologies across major infrastructure projects.
Questions
What sectors does Diafora specialise in?
We specialise in civil engineering, infrastructure, power distribution, remediation, and renewable energy projects.
Are Diafora's consultants RICS qualified?
Yes, our team includes multiple RICS chartered professionals and APC assessors.
Do you handle international projects?
Yes, our consultants have worked across Europe, Middle East, and UK locations.
What contract types do you support?
We specialise in NEC and JCT contracts with expertise in dispute resolution processes.
How do you handle project disputes?
We prioritise conflict avoidance through proactive management but offer formal dispute resolution when needed.
Can you provide single-project support?
Yes, we offer flexible engagement models from one-off advice to long-term partnerships.
