Building Control Convergence

FAQs: How will the convergence of SOCOTEC,
Shore & Quadrant Building Control affect new and existing projects?

Fri 11/08/2024 - 17:05
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Convergence to SOCOTEC Building Control, Shore and Quadrant Building Control, is almost upon us and we recognise that this can result in some uncertainty around how your existing projects will be affected, as well as any new projects that you would like to appoint us on in the next few months.

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How will convergence affect new and existing projects?

Below you will find a collection of questions and answers that we hope will help ease any concerns, as you journey with us to the next chapter. Should you still have questions, please reach out to one of the team and we will do our best to assist.

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Will we be concentrating on domestic local work going forwards?

We will continue to service all sectors of the industry and do not plan to specialise or concentrate in any one sector.

If I have a quote from SOCOTEC, Shore and Quadrant, can I still appoint either to act as Building Control?

Any existing fee quote will remain valid for the validity period noted on the quote. Any quote from either company accepted after 1 January will be deemed as an appointment of SOCOTEC Building Control.

Will my project change offices?

No, your project will remain with the office that you originally instructed.

Will the site inspection allocation be controlled centrally or how will this be managed?

We are looking to continue to build the collaborative approach and encourage communication between the businesses with local offices agreeing inspections with the managing office via phone and email communication.

Will the same Registered Building Inspector and support team still be involved?

Yes, the same Building Inspector and Team will be involved with the project.

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