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Project & Development Services

Aligning with client culture and goals to shape the built environment together
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Whether you're an occupier seeking enhanced space value and superior design, or an investor requiring asset repair, refresh, or complete reimagining, our Project Development Services (PDS) teams deliver end-to-end solutions that bring ambitious projects to life. We go beyond conventional construction challenges to find practical solutions that align with client culture and goals, shaping the built environment together.

From concept to completion, we manage every phase of the project lifecycle with precision, speed, and accountability. Whether it's a single build-out or a nationwide rollout, we help clients control costs, reduce risks, and deliver spaces that perform on time and on brand. Our deep understanding of the UK market landscape, combined with insights from our UK Marketbeat research, ensures projects are delivered with local expertise and global perspective.

What sets us apart

Experienced Teams for Better Delivery

Our UK-based project teams, with offices in London, Glasgow, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, and Newcastle, bring decades of collective experience managing complex developments across diverse sectors. We understand local planning regulations, building standards, and market dynamics that influence successful project outcomes. This expertise translates into smoother approvals, efficient execution, and reduced project risks.

End-to-End Service for Better Outcomes

We provide comprehensive project management from initial feasibility studies through to final handover. Our integrated approach encompasses design coordination, contractor management, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. This seamless service delivery ensures consistency, accountability, and optimal results throughout the project lifecycle.

Bringing Better Ideas to Life

Innovation drives our approach to every project. We leverage cutting-edge construction technologies, sustainable building practices, and forward-thinking design solutions tailored to the UK market. Our teams collaborate closely with clients to transform ambitious concepts into tangible, high-performing assets.

Delivering Results with Local Insight

Our UK operations benefit from intimate knowledge of regional markets, local supply chains, and regulatory environments. This localised expertise, combined with our global resources, ensures projects are delivered efficiently while meeting the specific requirements of UK occupiers and investors.

Services

Our Services



Project Management


Our certified project managers meticulously oversee all development facets, ensuring adherence to schedules, budgets, and quality specifications. We apply industry-leading methodologies, adapted to UK market conditions, providing transparent communication and regular progress reporting.

Building Consultancy


We deliver specialised building consultancy: comprehensive due diligence, detailed condition surveys, and expert technical advisory. Our consultants understand UK construction standards and regulatory frameworks, ensuring compliance while optimising performance and asset value.

Cost Consultancy


Our cost consultants provide comprehensive cost management across the project lifecycle. We furnish accurate estimates, strategic value engineering, and continuous budget monitoring for optimal financial outcomes. Local market knowledge ensures projections reflect UK construction costs.

Design and Build Services


Design and build solutions, streamlining project delivery and upholding design excellence. Our approach combines architectural design, advanced engineering, and meticulous construction management for superior results. We collaborate with leading UK architects to create spaces reflecting local character and global standards.

Building Engineering Services


Our engineering specialists provide comprehensive mechanical, electrical, and structural services, tailored to UK climate and regulations. We design systems optimizing energy efficiency, operational performance, and occupant comfort, ensuring full compliance with sustainability requirements.

Specialisation

Industry-Focused Development Services



Office


Expertise across UK office developments, from HQ to flexible workspaces. We understand evolving workplace needs, delivering projects that enhance productivity, support recruitment, and future-proof investments. Solutions align with operational requirements and market positioning.

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Logistics and Industrial


Expertise in UK logistics and industrial development, addressing e-commerce and supply chain demands. We deliver advanced warehouses, distribution centers, and last-mile hubs, integrating automation and sustainable technologies. Strategic insight ensures optimal positioning for operational success and value creation.

Learn more about our Logistics and Industrial Team

Data Center


Our data center development expertise supports UK digital infrastructure, managing complex technical requirements (power, cooling, security). We navigate planning and sustainability to deliver mission-critical facilities meeting stringent operational and regulatory standards.

Learn more about our Data Center Team

Life Science


Our life science expertise focuses on specialized development for labs, research facilities, and manufacturing plants. We address unique technical requirements for pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device companies, ensuring projects support innovation, compliance, and stringent health/safety standards.

Learn more about our Life Science Team

Retail


Our retail development expertise navigates changing consumer behaviors and omnichannel strategies. We deliver shopping centers, retail parks, and high street developments that create engaging customer experiences and optimize operations. Our approach integrates footfall, transport, and demographics for thriving retail destinations.

Learn more about our Retail Team

Team

Nicholas Wilkinson m- London
Nic Wilkinson

Head of Project & Development Services, UK
London, United Kingdom

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Alex Charlesworth
Alex Charlesworth

International Partner
London, United Kingdom

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Tony Comber - London
Tony Comber

Partner
London, United Kingdom

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Research

London Homes Built
Article • Construction

Implications of the Homes for London Regulatory Package

London's development landscape is facing significant challenges.
Fred Clifford • 29/10/2025
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Research • Sustainability / ESG

Overcoming Barriers to Commercial Solar PV Adoption in Logistics Real Estate

Discover the actionable strategies to overcome critical barriers and transform your commercial real estate portfolio with solar energy.
Edward Bavister • 28/10/2025
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Insights • Government / Public Sector

Will the government’s Plan for Change drive regional office market growth?

The 2025 Spending Review reaffirmed the government’s Plan for Change, which aims to fundamentally reshape the Civil Service’s property footprint by relocating roles from London to regional hubs.

30/06/2025
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Article • Supply Chain

Trade Shifts: U.S. Occupier Demand and UK Logistics & Industrial

The UK Logistics & Industrial (L&I) sector is no stranger to structural change or supply chain shocks. The announcement of ‘reciprocal’ U.S. tariffs on what President Trump called ‘Liberation Day’ is likely to change the landscape of global trade, creating both challenges and opportunities for the sector. 
Edward Bavister • 28/05/2025
Inclusive Cities Barometer
Article • Sustainability / ESG

Elevating London’s Urban Inclusivity

Here at Cushman & Wakefield, we have been evaluating the inclusiveness of 44 cities across EMEA including London through analysis of 110 detailed metrics.
22/11/2024
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Article • Sustainability / ESG

Exploring Climate Risks Across the UK & Ireland – Sustainability Week 2024

Cities across the UK have identified the pressing need to prepare for the impacts of a changing climate. Climate risks represent a growing and significant financial concern, particularly within the built environment.
14/11/2024
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Research • Sustainability / ESG

Elevating Manchester’s Urban Inclusivity

Here at Cushman & Wakefield, we have been evaluating the inclusiveness of 44 cities across EMEA including Manchester through analysis of 110 detailed metrics. These range across economic, social, spatial and environmental dimensions.
Caroline Baker • 16/07/2024
Nearshoring Opportunities for Real Estate in EMEA
Research • Supply Chain

Nearshoring opportunities for businesses

Discover the advantages of nearshoring and how Cushman & Wakefield's team of experts can help businesses navigate the complexities of nearshoring. From site selection to managing real estate transactions, we can help you unlock the benefits of nearshoring. 
Sally Bruer • 31/05/2023
Smart Buildings
Research • Workplace

What Are Smart Buildings?

Smart buildings have increased in prominence in the past decade due to a culmination of changing work behaviours and an increase of information technology available within buildings.
09/02/2022
workplace
Insights • Workplace

Flexible Offices in the Changing Workplace

The following report examines the current state and the expected future of the flexible office sector for landlords, occupiers, and operators / providers across five themes.
David Smith • 25/01/2022
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Insights • Workplace

Leading an Active Recovery to Build the Best Workplace Experience

Leading an Active Recovery shows how an Agile approach can engage the C-suite in real estate decisions that balance the codependent – and often contradictory – needs for efficiency, effectiveness and engagement.
Despina Katsikakis • 10/06/2021
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Insights • Sustainability / ESG

The Role of Cities in Defining Our Environmental Future

To support that future, the urban ecosystem needs to be at the heart of urban and development planning. While some might argue that’s a constraint on development, it’s actually an opportunity.
03/06/2021
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Frequently Asked Questions

Project and development services encompass the complete management of real estate construction and renovation projects from initial concept through to final delivery. We provide end-to-end solutions including feasibility studies, design coordination, planning applications, contractor management, and project delivery across the UK. Our local teams understand UK building regulations, planning systems, and market requirements, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently while meeting stringent quality standards and regulatory compliance.

Professional project and development services are essential for managing complex construction risks, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering projects on time and budget. We add value through our deep UK market knowledge, established contractor networks, and expertise in local planning processes. Our teams navigate challenges specific to the UK market including heritage considerations, environmental regulations, and regional planning variations, while leveraging our global resources to bring best practices and innovative solutions to every project.

Our comprehensive UK offering includes feasibility assessments, planning and design coordination, contractor procurement, project management, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and post-completion support. We specialise in office fit-outs, industrial developments, retail spaces, data centres, and life science facilities. Our services extend to sustainability consulting, technology integration, and ongoing asset management to ensure developments continue performing optimally throughout their lifecycle.

Yes, sustainability is integral to our UK project delivery approach. We incorporate renewable energy systems, implement BREEAM certification processes, and deliver net zero carbon developments aligned with UK government targets. Our projects feature energy-efficient building systems, sustainable materials sourcing, and innovative technologies that reduce environmental impact while enhancing operational performance. We help clients meet ESG objectives and comply with evolving UK environmental regulations.

We maintain comprehensive expertise in UK construction law, building regulations, planning requirements, and health and safety standards. Our teams manage all regulatory approvals including planning permissions, building control applications, and specialist consents. We ensure compliance with CDM regulations, fire safety standards, accessibility requirements, and environmental legislation. Our established relationships with local authorities, regulatory bodies, and legal specialists streamline approval processes and mitigate compliance risks throughout project delivery.

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

If you would like to find out more about our specific expertise, or discover how we could work with your company, please contact a member of our team – we’d be delighted to hear from you.
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