Quantity Surveying & Construction Consulting Services
Tenmak provides a focused range of professional quantity surveying services for property developers, investors, contractors, and public sector clients across South Africa. Every service is designed to give you accurate financial control and independent expert advice at every stage of your construction project.
Financial Viability Studies
Tenmak conducts detailed financial viability and feasibility studies to determine whether a proposed construction project is financially sustainable before capital is committed. We evaluate total project costs, projected returns, funding requirements, and financial risk to produce a bankable, independent assessment.
- Detailed financial feasibility studies
- Planning and design advisory
- Funding applications
Project Risk Management
We identify, assess, and manage financial, operational, contractual, and environmental risks across the full construction lifecycle. Our structured risk monitoring frameworks reduce the likelihood of cost overruns, delays, and unforeseen disruptions – giving project stakeholders confidence at every phase.
- Comprehensive risk assessments
- Mitigation and monitoring strategies
- Crisis intervention and reporting
Construction Insurance Valuations
Tenmak provides accurate and independent replacement cost valuations and damage assessments to ensure that construction assets are correctly insured. We protect clients from the significant financial exposure caused by underinsurance – a common problem in the South African property sector.
- Replacement cost valuations
- Damage assessments and cost estimation
Project Initiation & Close-Out
We support construction projects from initial inception through to final account close-out. Our involvement spans concept viability, design development, procurement management, construction phase oversight, and financial reconciliation at project completion.
- Project inception and concept viability
- Design development input and documentation
- Construction phase management
- Final account close-out
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about Tenmak's quantity surveying, feasibility analysis and construction cost consultancy services.
Do I need a quantity surveyor for my construction project?
Yes – engaging a registered quantity surveyor early in your construction project significantly reduces financial risk. Tenmak will prepare accurate cost estimates before you commit capital, structure your procurement process to achieve competitive pricing, monitor spending against budget throughout construction, and manage the final account at project completion. Without professional cost management, construction projects routinely exceed their intended budgets.
What is a financial viability study and why do I need one?
A financial viability study – also called a feasibility study – is an independent assessment of whether a proposed construction or development project is financially sustainable. It evaluates total project costs, projected returns, funding requirements, and financial risk. Tenmak's feasibility studies produce a clear, bankable financial picture before any significant capital is committed – and are structured to support funding applications to South African banks and development finance institutions.
How does Tenmak manage construction project risk?
Tenmak's risk management process begins with a structured identification exercise that catalogues all financial, operational, contractual, and environmental risks relevant to your project. Each risk is assessed for probability and impact, and a mitigation plan is assigned. A live risk register is maintained throughout the construction lifecycle, with regular reporting to the client. This approach reduces the likelihood of cost overruns, delays, and unforeseen disruptions.
What is a construction insurance valuation?
A construction insurance valuation is an independent assessment of the cost to rebuild or reinstate a structure if it is damaged or destroyed. It establishes the correct sum insured for property insurance. In South Africa, underinsurance is common – many property owners carry cover based on outdated figures. Tenmak's insurance valuations are conducted by registered quantity surveyors and reflect current construction costs, giving clients and insurers accurate, defensible numbers.
What does project close-out involve?
Project close-out is the final phase of the construction lifecycle. It involves preparing and agreeing the final account – a complete financial statement of all project costs – and reconciling variations, claims, and retention amounts between the client, main contractor, and subcontractors. Tenmak manages the close-out process to ensure clients reach a fair, accurate, and well-documented settlement, and leave the project with a clean financial record.