Early Contractor Involvement Projects

TES are vastly experienced in ECI frameworks and project delivery, including construct only and design & construct engagements.

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Reinventing the way you deliver projects.

Helping you harness the benefits that operating an ECI project can provide.

Innovation & Collaboration

TES are experts at fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration by engaging with all project delivery partners.

Improved Budget Accuracy

Increased levels of cost certainty Vs a traditional delivery approach with a disconnect between planning & delivery.

Robust Programmes

Development of robust construction programmes & sequencing of the project by involving all project stakeholders.

Enhanced Collaboration and Communication

Integrated Team
ECI fosters a collaborative environment from the start, bringing together the client, designers, and contractor as a unified team. This leads to better communication, shared understanding of goals, and smoother decision-making throughout the project lifecycle.
Early Problem Solving
Potential issues and risks are identified and addressed early on, reducing costly rework and delays later.
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Improved Design and Constructability

Constructability Input
TES can bring valuable practical experience to the design phase, ensuring the proposed design is buildable, efficient, and cost-effective. This minimises design clashes and optimises construction methods.
Value Engineering
ECI facilitates value engineering workshops where the team explores alternative materials, techniques, and designs to improve value for money without compromising quality or functionality.

Reduced Risk and Uncertainty

Early Risk Identification
By involving TES early, risks are identified and mitigated proactively, leading to fewer surprises and cost overruns during construction.
Realistic Cost Estimates
TES can provide more accurate cost estimates early in the process, allowing for better budget control and informed decision-making.
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Time and Cost Savings

Faster Project Delivery
ECI streamlines the process, reducing design changes and rework during construction, leading to faster project completion.
Cost Optimisation
Early involvement allows for better cost control, more competitive pricing, and reduced likelihood of expensive variations and claims.

Innovation and Best Practices.

Access to Expertise
ECI allows clients to tap into TES’s expertise and knowledge of innovative construction techniques and best practices.
Continuous Improvement
The collaborative environment encourages continuous improvement and learning throughout the project.
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Recent ECI Projects

Take a look at some of the recent projects we have completed as part of an ECI contract. In all of these projects TES operated as part of an Integrated Team, collaborating effectively to deliver the best solution for the client.

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Anglian Water
Uisce Éireann
Essex and Suffolk Water
NI Water