ABOUT
Efficient, Collaborative, Value-focused Project Management
Tailored to what you need
A financially sustainable way to elevate project performance for SMEs and Developers/Clients/Organisations.
My names Simon Burger.
I established Cowshed Projects with the goal of providing a sustainable, enjoyable, and effective approach to enhance projects and profits for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and developers in fit out, bespoke manufacturing, and design. While the primary focus lies in permanent exhibition, experience and leisure projects within commercial fit out, expertise and principles extend to various sectors.
The priority is value and collaboration, aiming to maximize value and benefits for all stakeholders involved in projects. The approach is centred around delivering value to both the project and your business.
Taking pride in leading projects and improving project management practices, including all associated aspects and their connection to your business. Through 25 years of experience, deep understanding of the industry, and a proven track record of value creation, I strive to offer flexible solutions tailored to your unique business and project requirements.
As the business has expanded, it has allocated specific attention and identity to two key elements: Cowshed Projects Management and Cowshed Projects PMO (Project Management Office). This division allows to focus and provide specialized expertise in project management and overall project oversight in a lighter way.
By choosing Cowshed Projects, you can expect a dedicated partner committed to delivering sustainable, enjoyable, and efficient project outcomes while consistently adding value to your business.
With a portfolio boasting more than 100 commercial projects, Cowshed Projects brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With qualifications in various areas, including project management, Quantity surveying, Project Office setup (P3O), design, and health and safety. Moreover, with invaluable experience working with multiple companies across different project roles, including the client, user, design team, main contractor, and specialist subcontractors, supplier.
This diverse background positions Cowshed Projects as a resourceful and adaptable partner, capable of tackling a wide range of project situations. Whether it's navigating complex client requirements, coordinating with design teams, managing the main contracting process, or collaborating with specialist subcontractors, possessing the knowledge and first hand experience to handle diverse project challenges.
By leveraging an extensive resources and understanding of various project perspectives, Cowshed Projects is well-equipped to deliver comprehensive solutions that meet the unique demands of each project. The multidimensional approach ensures effective communication, streamlined processes, and successful project outcomes across the board.
I established Cowshed Projects with the goal of providing a sustainable, enjoyable, and effective approach to enhance projects and profits for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and developers in fit out, bespoke manufacturing, and design. While the primary focus lies in permanent exhibition, experience and leisure projects within commercial fit out, expertise and principles extend to various sectors.
The priority is value and collaboration, aiming to maximize value and benefits for all stakeholders involved in projects. The approach is centred around delivering value to both the project and your business.
Taking pride in leading projects and improving project management practices, including all associated aspects and their connection to your business. Through 25 years of experience, deep understanding of the industry, and a proven track record of value creation, I strive to offer flexible solutions tailored to your unique business and project requirements.
As the business has expanded, it has allocated specific attention and identity to two key elements: Cowshed Projects Management and Cowshed Projects PMO (Project Management Office). This division allows to focus and provide specialized expertise in project management and overall project oversight in a lighter way.
By choosing Cowshed Projects, you can expect a dedicated partner committed to delivering sustainable, enjoyable, and efficient project outcomes while consistently adding value to your business.
With a portfolio boasting more than 100 commercial projects, Cowshed Projects brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the table. With qualifications in various areas, including project management, Quantity surveying, Project Office setup (P3O), design, and health and safety. Moreover, with invaluable experience working with multiple companies across different project roles, including the client, user, design team, main contractor, and specialist subcontractors, supplier.
This diverse background positions Cowshed Projects as a resourceful and adaptable partner, capable of tackling a wide range of project situations. Whether it's navigating complex client requirements, coordinating with design teams, managing the main contracting process, or collaborating with specialist subcontractors, possessing the knowledge and first hand experience to handle diverse project challenges.
By leveraging an extensive resources and understanding of various project perspectives, Cowshed Projects is well-equipped to deliver comprehensive solutions that meet the unique demands of each project. The multidimensional approach ensures effective communication, streamlined processes, and successful project outcomes across the board.
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Testimonials
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"What sets Simon apart is his exceptional communication skills. He ensures all stakeholders are kept informed and engaged throughout the project and ensures everyone is on the same page."
James Brearley - Heritage interactive. |
'(It's been a pleasure working with you) you have been super helpful so professional - great member of the team'
Matt East - EPH studios |
'Simon is a superb Project Manager who has delivered multiple projects for us at the Hub from 2022-2023. He is very commercially aware, excellent communicator, great with the clients, very thorough and always has his head in the detail, and very easy to get on with.'
Harry Coughlin - Associate Director The Hub |
'I had the pleasure of working with Simon at Paragon Creative. Simon brought a fresh approach and transformed the project management team. He clearly understood how to get the best out of his colleagues and delivered projects profitably and on time. Simon showed the ability to work openly with clients to find solutions to problems which arose in a professional manner. If you need someone to come in and run a project for you, I would highly recommend Simon.'
Neil Jefferies - Former FD at Paragon Creative |
Cowshed projects
Averages an increase of 5.3% of added profit value to its projects
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A final client approval rating of exceeding expectations of 86%
Pricing is at a day rate. This gives you the most cost effective, flexible way to get value.
You pay when Project management is needed.
As a guide based on recent projects, below are some cost projections.
£1,000,000 - project management fees Cira. £32,000
£500,000 - project management fees Cira. £22,000
£250,000 - project management fees Cira. £19,000
The amount of work is dependent on what areas you need managing and the project.
Its tailored to your needs.
eg. Procurement practices vary across companies. In some cases, procurement is managed internally, while in others, it falls under the project manager's purview. There are also instances where it isn't specifically assigned, so in certain projects, it's integrated into the responsibilities of Cowshed Projects
This is worked out with you at the start, and remains flexible throughout the project.
You are then given an estimate , at an amount of days per week and if it looks like that maybe exceeded in a week, we agree those extras in advance.
If no work is needed there is no charge for that week.
Even on days not charged for I am available for calls.
You pay when Project management is needed.
As a guide based on recent projects, below are some cost projections.
£1,000,000 - project management fees Cira. £32,000
£500,000 - project management fees Cira. £22,000
£250,000 - project management fees Cira. £19,000
The amount of work is dependent on what areas you need managing and the project.
Its tailored to your needs.
eg. Procurement practices vary across companies. In some cases, procurement is managed internally, while in others, it falls under the project manager's purview. There are also instances where it isn't specifically assigned, so in certain projects, it's integrated into the responsibilities of Cowshed Projects
This is worked out with you at the start, and remains flexible throughout the project.
You are then given an estimate , at an amount of days per week and if it looks like that maybe exceeded in a week, we agree those extras in advance.
If no work is needed there is no charge for that week.
Even on days not charged for I am available for calls.
If it's advice and consultancy that will help, charging is at an hourly rate to make the process more cost effective for you.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Senior management, commercial fit out, design and management in Leisure, Heritage, Hospitality, Office & Exhibition Sectors
Certifications
Prince2 Foundation and practioner certified
Certificate in Quantity Surveying RICS
P3O® Foundation Certificate in Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices
NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety (Level 3) – 2009
BA(Hons) in Interior Design - University of Huddersfield - 1994 – 1998
Managing and leadership
Senior management - Leading, guiding and mentoring internal departments
Reviewing, setting and implementing change and new processes
Managing large and varied project design and construction teams internally and externally
Design and construction Management including services coordination
Design & Production coordination
Setting and influencing company and project standards, processes and procedures
Communication with stakeholders through all levels of the business and project teams from board and clients to production and site teams
Project Management
Budget control & Costings
Reporting, financially and progress
Risk Management
Quality Management systems
Procurement
Managing the construction and design processes
Technical Skills
Programming writing and development
Space planning, Production, Design Detail Drawing, producing and specifying
Microsoft project, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign
Contract management
Microsoft office programmes, Sketch up
Scoping Preparing schedules
Working knowledge of Building regulations & CDM
Senior management, commercial fit out, design and management in Leisure, Heritage, Hospitality, Office & Exhibition Sectors
Certifications
Prince2 Foundation and practioner certified
Certificate in Quantity Surveying RICS
P3O® Foundation Certificate in Portfolio, Programme and Project Offices
NEBOSH National Certificate in Construction Health & Safety (Level 3) – 2009
BA(Hons) in Interior Design - University of Huddersfield - 1994 – 1998
Managing and leadership
Senior management - Leading, guiding and mentoring internal departments
Reviewing, setting and implementing change and new processes
Managing large and varied project design and construction teams internally and externally
Design and construction Management including services coordination
Design & Production coordination
Setting and influencing company and project standards, processes and procedures
Communication with stakeholders through all levels of the business and project teams from board and clients to production and site teams
Project Management
Budget control & Costings
Reporting, financially and progress
Risk Management
Quality Management systems
Procurement
Managing the construction and design processes
Technical Skills
Programming writing and development
Space planning, Production, Design Detail Drawing, producing and specifying
Microsoft project, AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign
Contract management
Microsoft office programmes, Sketch up
Scoping Preparing schedules
Working knowledge of Building regulations & CDM
We would like to talk with like minded value adding collaborators to work with and join us on the journey to deliver the best.
Contact us today
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phone |
07951 969 528
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address |
Collingham, West Yorks LS22 5BQ
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