Welcome to Norcross, a small and dedicated Commercial Management and Quantity Surveying consultancy passionate about optimising your revenue, margin, and cash flow.

Peter Hopley and Matt Lockett provide expert support to Main Contractors and Subcontractors in the North-West, helping them to deliver successful and profitable projects without complexity or fuss.

Our bespoke approach simplifies the process and helps you achieve your project goals. You won't find a more responsive or focused partner than us.

Trust us to support you in achieving your project goals.

Building Success Together.

✔ Improve Your Revenue

✔ Improve Your Margins

✔ Improve Your Cashflow

  • Project Quantity Surveying

    • Trade & Supplier Procurement

    • Variation / Change Control

    • Interim Valuations and Payment

    • Variation Account Management

    • Determining your Entitlement

    • Claim Preparation

    • Final Account Preparation

    • Settlement Negotiation

    • Recovery of Retention

    • Day-to-Day Commercial Issues

  • Commercial Management

    • Project Commercial Strategy

    • Pre-Contract Risk Screening

    • Review & Negotiation of Contract Terms

    • Failing Project Turnaround

    • Commercial Review of traded positions

    • End-Life Forecasting

    • P&L / Management Accounting

    • Risk and Opportunity Management

    • Profit Improvement

    • Supply Chain Contract Compliance

    • Commercial Leadership & Training

    • Team Management and Development

    • Interim Commercial Lead Role

  • Dispute Resolution

    • Dispute Avoidance

    • Flexible and Cost Effective

    • Assessment of Entitlement

    • Early Neutral Evaluation

    • Strategy to Equitable Solutions

    • Collaborative Outcomes

    • Negotiation

    • Mediation & Conciliation

    • Adjudication

    • Legal Proceedings

  • Construction Business Management

    • Business Commercial Strategy

    • Performance Evaluation

    • Improvement Initiatives

    • Interim Director Role

    • Change Management

    • Team Structures & Recruitment

    • Commercial Governance

    • Effective Commercial Processes

  • Commercial Experience & Expertise

    We provide experienced commercial and quantity surveying resource that is aligned with the objectives of Main Contractors and Subcontractors. By working closely with clients, we are able to help identify and mitigate risks while also identifying and capitalising on opportunities for revenue, margin, and cash flow improvement.

  • Personalised Service

    We offer a personalised service drawn from thirty years of experience in delivering proven results in the UK construction industry. This means that our clients can expect a tailored approach that addresses the unique needs of their business.

  • Proven Results

    We have a track record of helping construction businesses achieve their goals and grow their revenue. With our expertise, clients can be confident that their business is in good hands and that common construction industry challenges such as cost management and payment delays will be effectively addressed.

Stop Juggling and Start Succeeding.

  • Is your construction business feeling the burn of juggling multiple projects while trying to keep your clients happy, your services excellent, and your prices competitive? And let's not forget about the importance of cash flow to keep your supply chain paid and your business afloat. It's enough to make your head spin!

    We feel your pain and we're here to help. We have been delivering profitable and cash-positive construction projects for main contractors and subcontractors for over thirty years.

    By partnering with us, you'll have access to all of our expertise and knowledge. We'll work alongside you and your team to ensure that you're maximising your margins, mitigating risks, and seizing opportunities. No more wondering how to manage risks or get paid fairly for your hard work. We'll have your back every step of the way.

    With our support, you'll not only meet your client's expectations but also achieve your business goals. Don't let the competition get ahead of you. Partner with us and let's take your construction business to the next level.

  • As a building contractor, not getting paid on time can be a major pain point. Late or non-payment can cause cash flow problems, impact your ability to resource current and future projects, and even threaten the survival of your business.

    At Norcross, we understand the frustrations that come with payment delays and disputes in the construction industry. We can provide you with the support and expertise you need to navigate these challenges and ensure you get paid for the work you have done.

    We can help you by:

    Identifying payment risks: We will conduct a thorough review of your contracts and payment terms to identify potential risks and ensure that you are protected.

    Managing payment disputes: If a payment dispute does arise, we will work closely with you to resolve it as quickly and efficiently as possible, using our expertise in dispute resolution.

    Improving cash flow: We can provide you with practical advice and support to help you manage your cash flow effectively and reduce the impact of payment delays.

FAQs

  • We are tight-knit, skilled and focused on you and your goals.

    Our expertise is unique; we are former commercial directors for well-known organisations. We devote our time and effort to helping main contractors and subcontractors become more profitable and discerning.

    Working with us gives you the highest likelihood of achieving your goals with the lowest risk of unforeseen events damaging your business or cutting into your profit margins.

    In creating a solution to meet your unique needs, we prioritise understanding your individual business and your specific commercial challenges.

  • We work with Main Contractors and Subcontractors of all shapes and sizes and tailor our service to meet their individual needs.

    Typically our best-fit clients have a few things in common:

    1. They recognise the value of the commercial function in their business and projects.

    2. They have a desire to improve their revenue, profit margins and cash flow.

    3. They like us to take ownership of their problems.

    4. They think long-term.

  • We have levels of service to suit all business sizes and budgets, from our £250 per month light-touch retainer service to large-scale six-figure commercial improvement initiatives.

    For every enquiry, we can provide options designed to align with your budget and your objectives.

    Whatever our fee, we guarantee a tangible return for you.

  • Our offices are at Alderley Park near Macclesfield and in the Lake District.

    We primarily work with North-West-based clients, however, we will travel wherever you and your project are based.

    We base ourselves in our offices, in your office or on-site - wherever you need us, that’s where we perform best.

  • At Norcross, we believe that the best way to start a successful partnership is to offer a free discovery consultation or assessment. During this initial conversation, we will take the time to learn about your business and specific needs, while also demonstrating our expertise and value proposition. This is an opportunity for us to build trust and establish a partnership with you while providing you with valuable insights and recommendations.

    We understand that every business is unique, and we take the time to listen and understand your specific challenges and goals. Our tailored approach means that we can offer bespoke solutions that fit your business needs and goals. By taking advantage of our free discovery offer, you will gain a deeper understanding of how Norcross can help you increase your revenue, improve your profit margins, and enhance your cash flow.

    Our goal is to help you achieve your business objectives, and our free discovery offer is a great way to start the conversation.

    It starts with you reaching out to us. By clicking the “Contact Us” button on this page and telling us a little bit about yourself and your business - we want to understand your current challenge and desired outcome.

    We look forward to hearing from you and working together to improve your business.

Our Priorities

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Trust

We operate with the utmost integrity, transparency, and honesty, always putting the interests of our clients first.

02

Partnership

We work closely with you as a trusted partner to understand your unique needs and goals, and tailor our solutions to meet them.

03

Excellence

We strive for excellence in everything we do, making things better, consistently delivering high-quality results that exceed our clients' expectations.

04

Innovation

We are constantly seeking new and better ways to help our clients improve their revenue, profit margins, and cash flows, and to mitigate risk.

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Results-oriented

We are focused on delivering measurable results that help our clients achieve their business objectives.

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Agility

As a small and nimble consultancy, we can adapt quickly to changing project requirements and provide bespoke solutions to even the most complex challenges.

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Simplicity