MAJOR PROJECTS

Building control and structural warranty cover for tall buildings

WHY YOU SHOULD CHOOSE OUR MAJOR PROJECTS SERVICE

For over 20 years we’ve been working in partnership on some of the most complex major projects in the UK. We understand that the more complex a project is the more support from a specialist team you will need.

 

Developed specifically for buildings that are 6 storeys and over, our major projects service offers you specialist underwriting to cover all sizes of projects. Whilst our experienced Major Projects Team will support you on the ground offering expert guidance and support from the design stage the entire way through to sign off on all technical issues that affect high rise construction.

 

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OUR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

All our products can be used individually or together as a full service package. Take a look through each service to find out more

How we work with you

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RIBA STAGE 0-2 - INITIAL MEETING

Book an initial meeting with your business development manager where you can discuss technical and underwriting requirements.

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RIBA STAGE 3 - EARLY DESIGN REVIEW

We offer a no obligation design review as part of our service. We'll meet with your design team to review your designs at proposal stage. This ensures your designs are compliant before construction begins, minimising site delays. These reviews will continue throughout the build to make sure sign off is on schedule with the construction programme.

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RIBA STAGE 3-4 - QUOTE/ORDER

Your dedicated Account Manager will work with you to gather all information for your bespoke quotation. Our specialist underwriting can offer cover that exceeds the historical industry standard cover limit of £25 million.

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RIBA STAGE 5 - INSPECTIONS

Site inspections begin at foundation stage and will occur at each major construction phase. You will supported throughout by your Major Project Manager and surveyor. Consultant inspections, including structural engineering team and façade engineers will take place as required.

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RIBA STAGE 5 – DESIGN REVIEWS AND SITE PROGRESS TRACKING

We will continue to review design and site progress throughout the build period with review meetings held with all partners at 1/3 and 2/3 completion points. You will be given access to your live Progress Dashboard, which at a glance provides all appropriate parties clarity on the status and progress of your site against the technical audit.

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RIBA STAGE 6 - SIGN OFF AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Certificate of Insurance is issued once the building has met all the sign off requirements. Cover begins at this point. Our free Dispute Resolution Service (DRS) allows your homeowner defect concerns to be dealt with in a prompt and effective manner during the Defects Insurance Period.

Access the Major Projects Training Hub

Curated by our Major Projects team, this training portal has been designed to give you access to an array of guidance on building regulations and warranty standards pertaining to tall building construction.