Business Details
10 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Building Surveyors in Honiton
Jarman Ward is an independent firm of chartered building surveyors, construction consultants, and project managers established in 2016 by Richard Jarman and Andrew Ward. With over 30 years of combined experience in the construction industry, we deliver expert consultancy services across the South West and throughout the UK. Our approach combines professional excellence with the flexibility and personal service of a small practice, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. We are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and serve a diverse range of sectors, including education, commercial, industrial, and residential. Our commitment to transparency, honesty, and client-centric solutions has earned us significant repeat business and trust from major clients.We pride ourselves on our local knowledge and national focus, offering innovative, forward-thinking solutions that prioritise client needs. Our services include building conservation, CDM regulations compliance, commercial surveys, planned preventative maintenance, and construction project management, among others. We work collaboratively with clients to ensure projects meet time, cost, and quality requirements while maintaining a friendly and professional demeanor. Our expertise extends to heritage buildings, new developments, and complex regulatory frameworks, ensuring comprehensive support for all property and construction needs. With offices in Honiton, Exeter, and Bristol, we provide accessible, reliable services to clients ranging from multi-academy trusts to private homeowners.
Services
Building Conservation
CDM Regulations
Commercial Building Surveys
Planned Preventative Maintenance
Construction Project Management
Dilapidations
Party Wall Surveyor
Residential Building Surveys
Programme Management
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of combined experience in building surveying and construction consultancy.
- Our services are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
- We offer tailored solutions combining local knowledge with national expertise.
- Our client-centric approach ensures projects meet time, cost, and quality requirements.
- We provide innovative, forward-thinking solutions for complex property and construction challenges.
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
What people say
Excellent service
High standards
No hesitation in recommending
Clear information
Professional and friendly approach
Services
Building Conservation
We specialise in the maintenance and preservation of listed buildings, ensuring their historical significance is protected. Our services include condition surveys, defect diagnosis, and Listed Building Consent applications. With expertise in heritage architecture, we design solutions that balance preservation with modern requirements, working closely with conservation officers and stakeholders.
CDM Regulations
Our CDM 2015 compliance services ensure construction projects meet health and safety obligations. We act as Principal Designer, advising on risk management and coordinating design and construction phases. We help clients navigate legal duties, from initial assessments to site inspections, ensuring safe and compliant project delivery.
Commercial Building Surveys
We provide detailed evaluations of commercial properties, identifying structural conditions and maintenance needs. Our surveys include defect analysis, cost estimating, and repair recommendations. Tailored reports help clients make informed decisions about property investments, refurbishments, or compliance with regulatory standards.
Planned Preventative Maintenance
Our PPM schedules offer long-term maintenance strategies to reduce reactive costs and extend building lifespans. We assess elemental conditions, forecast repair costs, and integrate electronic reporting for efficient budgeting. This proactive approach ensures properties remain in optimal condition while minimising unexpected expenses.
Construction Project Management
We oversee construction projects from inception to completion, managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communication. Our services include contract administration, risk management, and cross-disciplinary coordination. With expertise in JCT and NEC contracts, we ensure projects meet quality standards and client objectives efficiently.
People
Richard Jarman
Director
Richard Jarman is a chartered building surveyor with extensive experience in property and construction consultancy. He co-founded Jarman Ward in 2016, bringing a collaborative approach to client relationships and a track record of delivering complex projects across education and commercial sectors.
Andrew Ward
Director
Andrew Ward is a chartered building surveyor and co-founder of Jarman Ward. With over 15 years in the industry, he specialises in building conservation and project management, offering clients innovative solutions grounded in technical expertise and a commitment to client satisfaction.
Questions
What services does Jarman Ward offer?
We provide building conservation, CDM regulations compliance, commercial and residential surveys, planned maintenance, project management, and dilapidations services.
Are Jarman Ward regulated by RICS?
Yes, we are regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), ensuring adherence to professional and ethical standards.
Do you work with residential clients?
Yes, we offer residential building surveys and property consultancy services, tailored to homeowners' needs, including pre-purchase assessments and renovation advice.
How do you handle commercial construction projects?
We manage commercial projects through all stages, from design to completion, focusing on cost control, compliance, and efficient delivery using industry-standard contracts.
Can you assist with heritage building projects?
Yes, we specialise in building conservation, providing expert advice on preserving listed buildings while meeting modern functional requirements.
What areas do you cover?
We operate across the UK, with offices in Honiton, Exeter, and Bristol, serving clients in Devon, Somerset, and nationally.
