Early thinking
We sense-check what you want to do against budget, timescales and your home’s potential.
PACE
Concierge project management for extensions, refits and whole-house builds – focused on home project management Plymouth homeowners can trust.
Create your dream space, without the stress
Tell us about your extension, kitchen, loft or full renovation and we’ll turn it into a clear plan with vetted trades, realistic costs and a managed timeline.
End-to-end management
Vetted builders & trades
Weekly updates
Projects typically start from around £12,000 build cost, with management fees from £750.
From first ideas to keys in the door
A clear, 12-step journey that takes you from a rough idea to a finished home, whether you need an extension project manager Plymouth based or support on a full renovation.
Design & planning
We coordinate drawings, surveys and permissions so everyone is working to the same, clear brief.
Build & manage
We manage trades on site, track costs and timings, and keep you updated in plain English.
Handover & aftercare
We close out snags, gather certificates and make sure the house works for real life.
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Initial call & reality check
We talk through what you’d like to do, what’s driving the project and any red lines on budget, timings or disruption.
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Home visit & options
We walk the space, take measurements and outline 2–3 realistic options, including ballpark build costs and likely constraints.
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Brief, drawings & priorities
We agree the brief, set priorities (space, light, storage, budget) and coordinate drawings and surveys with the right professionals.
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Planning & approvals
We handle planning submissions, building control and any party wall matters, keeping you updated on timescales and likely outcomes.
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Technical design & spec
We turn the concept into a detailed, buildable package – including structure, services and a clear schedule of what is and isn’t included.
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Tender & builder selection
We run a structured tender with vetted contractors, so you’re comparing like-for-like quotes rather than guesswork.
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Programme, contracts & start date
We agree the contract, start date and a realistic programme, so everyone knows who is responsible for what, and when.
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Site set-up & early works
We make sure neighbours, access and temporary services are handled, and that the build starts in a controlled, safe way.
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Weekly site management
We attend site regularly, track progress against the programme, and issue clear updates on cost, changes and key decisions.
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Design checks on site
We make sure what’s being built matches what was drawn and specified, so you’re not paying for avoidable mistakes.
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Completion & move-in
We work through a snag list with the builder, gather certificates and ensure the house is safe, signed off and ready to live in.
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Aftercare & future tweaks
We stay on hand for any questions, future tweaks or new phases once you’ve lived in the space for a while.
Want to see what this would look like for your home?
Share your rough idea, ballpark budget and timings and we’ll map out a likely 12-step journey for you in plain English.
A clear, managed workflow from enquiry to handover
Follow the steps as you scroll — we stay accountable at every stage.
Step 1 of 6 — Enquiry received
1. Enquiry & discovery
You share your goals, constraints and timescales; we sense‑check feasibility and next steps.
2. Brief & budget
We turn ideas into a clear written brief with outline budget ranges and options.
3. Design & approvals
Where needed we coordinate architects, engineers and planning or permitted development routes.
4. Tender & selection
We obtain comparable quotes, highlight differences and help you choose the right team.
5. On‑site delivery
We manage programme, meetings, variations and payments, updating you weekly.
6. Snagging & aftercare
We coordinate snags, gather certificates and make sure you’re happy long after move‑in.
Calm, accountable project management for real‑world builds
We sit between you and the trades — translating plans, chasing details and protecting your time as an independent project manager Plymouth households can rely on.
One accountable lead
You deal with one person who keeps everything moving.
We coordinate architects, builders and specialists so you aren’t chasing different people for answers.
Weekly updates, clear decisions and a managed change process mean fewer surprises and a calmer build.
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Think of us as your project “air traffic control” — always watching the bigger picture while trades focus on the work.
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Phases covered
From early ideas through to completion pack and aftercare.
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Point of contact
You always know who to call when you have a question.
Curated trade network
We work with a trusted pool of builders and specialists, not whoever happens to be available.
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Vetted partners We look for quality, communication and reliability — not just the lowest price.
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Right fit for your job From kitchen specialists to whole‑house contractors, we match the team to the project.
Budget & risk management
We keep a close eye on cost, programme and decisions as your build progresses.
Staged payment guidance and variation tracking.
Weekly updates with what’s done, what’s next and any risks.
Snagging and completion support so nothing is left unfinished.
Considering a project?
We’ll happily sanity‑check your plans before you commit.
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Simple, fair fees — built around your project
We charge a clear management fee for our time and responsibility. Complex projects require more coordination, risk management, scheduling and oversight — so pricing scales with scope.
Simple
Kitchen refit / single-room upgrade
Perfect for kitchens, bathrooms, utility rooms and cosmetic refurbs.
From
£750
project management fee
Typical add-on
+ 10% of trade invoices
Ideal duration
1–4 weeks
Example: £12,000 kitchen refit → fee ~£1,950
What’s included
- Scope & brief creation (avoid surprises)
- Vetted trades arranged (kitchen fitter, plumber, electrician)
- Programme & sequencing (who arrives when)
- Budget tracker + staged payments guidance
- Weekly progress update + issue resolution
Example: £12,000 kitchen refit
Fee: £750 + 10% (£1,200) = £1,950
Fee: £750 + 10% (£1,200) = £1,950
*Pricing depends on complexity, access, lead times and number of trades involved.
Complex
Extension / loft conversion
Planning, compliance, design coordination, multiple trades and longer timelines.
From
£2,500
project management fee
Typical add-on
+ 12% of build invoices
Ideal duration
8–20+ weeks
Example: £80,000 extension → fee ~£12,100
What’s included
- Feasibility + scope lock (before quotes)
- Architect / engineer coordination (where required)
- Planning route guidance (PD vs planning) + timeline planning
- Like-for-like tendering (comparable quotes)
- Build programme + critical path scheduling
- Change control (cost/time impact before approval)
- Quality checks + snagging coordination
Example: £80,000 extension
Fee: £2,500 + 12% (£9,600) = £12,100
Fee: £2,500 + 12% (£9,600) = £12,100
*For very small extensions/lofts, we may offer a capped percentage or fixed-fee package.
Major
Whole house builds
End-to-end oversight: design, procurement, build delivery, handover & aftercare.
Management
5%
of overall build cost
Typical duration
6–12+ months
Updates
Weekly + key milestone reviews
Example: £350,000 build → fee £17,500
What’s included
- End-to-end project leadership (one point of contact)
- Procurement strategy + supplier/trade onboarding
- Detailed programme, payment stages & reporting
- Budget control + forecasting
- Risk management + issue log
- Quality oversight + snagging + completion pack
Example: £350,000 whole‑house build
Fee: 5% of £350,000 = £17,500
Fee: 5% of £350,000 = £17,500
*For whole house builds we can include an optional “owner’s rep” service tier for lender/architect reporting.