Edwin Bryant + Associates

We are Hills—an independent firm of Chartered Quantity Surveyors with a legacy spanning over 125 years. Since our founding in South Devon in 1895, we have evolved from a local practice into a multi-disciplinary consultancy serving the South of England and Wales. Our mission is simple: to eliminate uncertainty and add tangible value to every project we touch.

A Century of Construction Expertise

Whether you are a private homeowner embarking on a bespoke build or a developer managing a national retail rollout, we bring a wealth of "forward-thinking" to the table. Our history is built on stability and growth, including strategic mergers with March Project Management and HartQS, which have bolstered our expertise in green credentials and high-profile commercial developments.

Why Clients Trust the Hills Team

We believe that professional advice is only as good as the people behind it. That’s why every project at Hills is overseen by a Director, ensuring you have senior-level expertise at every key stage.

Our team, led by Managing Director Philip Rumbelow, includes specialists like Pete Lightfoot in Milton Keynes and Gary Pope in Penzance, who bring decades of experience in sectors ranging from healthcare to social housing. We operate an RICS-approved training plan, ensuring our staff are always at the forefront of industry standards.

Specialists in Diverse Property Sectors

Our portfolio is as varied as the clients we serve. We provide construction consultancy across a vast range of sectors:

• Residential: From private listed buildings to large-scale social housing developments.
• Education & Health: Delivering complex projects like the National College for Nuclear and Redlands Primary Care.
• Commercial & Retail: Supporting national retail chains, shopping centres, and office refurbishments.
• Community & Leisure: Notable works include the Ulster Museum and Larkstone Watersports in Ilfracombe.

Beyond Quantity Surveying

We provide more than just costings. Our team includes experts in Party Wall Surveying, Bank Monitoring, and CDM Services.

If a project faces challenges, our consultant Geoff Hanna—a Fellow of the RICS and an accredited mediator—provides industry-leading dispute resolution services. We offer expert witness reports and assist parties in resolving disputes through mediation, adjudication, or arbitration.

"Hills have always shown a great deal of 'forward thinking' that has helped us eliminate the uncertainties of difficult projects." — Retail Client

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