Established in 2007, Quadrant Building Control has emerged as a pioneering entity in the UK's Building Control sector. Esteemed as an Approved Inspector, Quadrant expanded significantly between 2018 and 2021, now employing 140 surveyors and administrators. The company operates under the Building Act 1984 and Building Regulations 2010, executing building control tasks through its extensive network of 16 offices. To date, Quadrant has successfully facilitated over 50,000 Building Regulations applications across England and Wales, using bespoke software to efficiently manage inspection processes.
Commitment to Technical Excellence
Paul Knight, on behalf of the Quadrant board, remarked on the company's longstanding reputation, stating, “The Company has a proven track record and an enviable reputation for technical excellence in the Building Control field, serving clients from all residential, commercial and public sectors, with projects including new builds, extensions and refurbishments.” He emphasized the benefits of collaboration in the current regulatory environment, highlighting an in-house training program that offers young talents a pathway to professional qualifications.
Acquisition and Market Position
In addition to Quadrant, SOCOTEC UK’s acquisition includes Shore, an Essex-based consultancy established in 2002. Employing nearly 40 surveyors and CDM consultants, Shore covers a range of projects from minor endeavors to complex multimillion-pound developments. Kevin Savage, Managing Director of Shore, stated, "When you instruct Shore as your approved inspector or construction safety consultants, you can be assured that you are receiving a high-quality service so that you can achieve reasonable compliance with building safety standards and regulations in both the commercial and residential markets."
SOCOTEC Building Control UK Expansion
The merger has bolstered SOCOTEC’s standing in the UK Building Control market. Kevin Savage further expressed optimism about the cooperation, indicating, "With the new combined SOCOTEC Building Control UK environment, we have the platform to become the go-to private sector building control body to assist the Building Safety Regulator.” The acquisition is seen as a catalyst for expanding SOCOTEC's role in construction safety management, capitalizing on a dynamic management team eager to lead in the UK market.
Strategic Industry Leadership
Nicolas Detchepare, CEO of SOCOTEC UK, commented, “By acquiring Shore and Quadrant, SOCOTEC UK has become the leading company in the UK building control sector, and a major player within the Building and Real Estate market, both in commercial and residential sectors.” He highlighted SOCOTEC UK's comprehensive expertise in fields like fire engineering and sustainability, enhancing customer support in line with the new Safety Bill requirements.
Hervé Montjotin, CEO of the global SOCOTEC group, emphasized the strategic importance of these acquisitions, stating, "With this strategic move in the UK, we are confirming our strong belief in the UK economy and notably in the dynamism of the construction and infrastructure industries." The group aims to secure a leadership position in risk management and technical advice, mirrored by their strong market presence in multiple European countries and the USA.
Established in 2007, Quadrant Building Control is a market-pioneering Approved Inspector that doubled in size from 2018 to 2021.
It employs 140 surveyors and administrators and is licensed to undertake Building Control work in accordance with Part II of the Building Act 1984 and the Building Regulations 2010.
Operating from its network of 16 offices nationwide, it has approved over 50,000 Building Regulations applications across England and Wales, utilising bespoke software to monitor each step of the inspection process.
Reputation for technical excellence
Paul Knight, on behalf of the Quadrant board commented: “The Company has a proven track record and an enviable reputation for technical excellence in the Building Control field, serving clients from all residential, commercial and public sectors, with projects including new builds, extensions and refurbishments.”
“Joining forces will allow us to demonstrate the capability and national consistency required in today’s ever-demanding regulatory environment so that we can continue to provide clients with the best possible Building Control service. Our in-house Training Program provides an attractive route for young talent to gain professional qualifications and enter the industry.”
Second acquisition
The company, based in Essex, employs almost 40 surveyors and CDM consultants
The second acquisition, Shore, was first established in 2002, as a professional provider of consultancy services in relation to Building Control, Health and Safety, and Construction Design and Management Regulations (CDM), in both the commercial and residential sectors.
The company, based in Essex, employs almost 40 surveyors and CDM consultants and covers any size of project from minor building works to complex multi-million-pound developments.
Kevin Savage, Managing Director of Shore, said: “When you instruct Shore as your approved inspector or construction safety consultants, you can be assured that you are receiving a high-quality service so that you can achieve reasonable compliance with building safety standards and regulations in both the commercial and residential markets.”
SOCOTEC Building Control UK environment
“With the new combined SOCOTEC Building Control UK environment, we have the platform to become the go-to private sector building control body to assist the Building Safety Regulator,” continued Kevin.
“Our relatively young and talented management team is enthusiastic to participate in this challenge of developing leader in all parts of the Building control UK market and expanding SOCOTEC’s engagement in the UK construction health and safety construction management sector.”
As Approved Inspectors, authorized by the Government to carry out Building Control on building works in England and Wales, both companies are licensed by the Construction Industry Council Approved Inspectors Register (CICAIR).
Acquiring Shore and Quadrant
Nicolas Detchepare, CEO of SOCOTEC UK said: “By acquiring Shore and Quadrant, SOCOTEC UK has become the leading company in the UK building control sector, and a major player within the Building and Real Estate market, both in commercial and residential sectors.”
“With this leading position, SOCOTEC UK will be able to provide a holistic approach, combining all building expertise, such as fire engineering, sustainability, structural engineering and building envelope, with significant expertise to support customers with the new Safety Bill requirements.”
“Consequently, SOCOTEC will train more than 50 apprentices and recruit around 50 engineers each year in this area, and as the UK’s leading company in this sector, we will be able to attract and retain the best talent in the industry.”
Strategic move
Hervé Montjotin, CEO of the global SOCOTEC group, added: “With this strategic move in the UK, we are confirming our strong belief in the UK economy and notably in the dynamism of the construction and infrastructure industries.”
“SOCOTEC UK is now standing as the N°1 in Building control in the UK, thus joining SOCOTEC in France, ranked number 1 as well in the country.”
“The group is paving the way for international leadership in risk management and technical advice in the Building and Infrastructure sectors, which is now within reach, with leading positions in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Spain, and a recognized professional services company in the USA as well.”
