Waterstones 2019, Nationwide
Instruction Synopsis Propitas was appointed to inspect and provide condition reports on Waterstones’ entire property portfolio across the UK, Republic of Ireland and mainland Europe. These properties ranged from modern high street stores, to prominent Grade I listed buildings. Following our appointment, we conducted a … Read More
Fit Out Underway For High Profile Charity
Earlier this year, Propitas were appointed as Project Manager and Employer’s Agent to lead the procurement of the fit out of The Kaleidoscope+ Group’s recently acquired headquarters’ building in West Bromwich. Following an initial Stage 1 tender exercise, we then worked with the client, a … Read More
Camden Project Commences
Propitas is delighted to get this one started on behalf of Almero Holdings, providing full PM and EA services. A new development comprising 45 high spec apartments and circa 20,000 square feet of Grade A office space. A truly innovative design in a unique location … Read More
External Repair & Maintenance Works To Aireside House
Following our client acquiring the freehold of Aireside House in Leeds City centre earlier this year, Propitas were appointed by the Landlord to act as Contract Administrator with respect of some essential repair and maintenance works to this multi-occupied property. The project, where the scope … Read More
Propitas Commence Project Management On Richmond Site
Construction work is now underway on our project in Richmond where we are acting as Project Manager. The existing office building will undergo a substantial transformation with an additional storey, extended floorplates, new facades and a full Cat A refurbishment to provide 28,000 sq ft … Read More
4/5 Lochside Park, Edinburgh
Acting as Project Manager and Employer’s Agent, Propitas have certified Practical Completion of a circa £3.5 million refurbishment of this building situated in a prominent location on Edinburgh Park. The property has been the subject of a substantial facelift and overhaul, including building fabric and … Read More
Covid-19 Update
We hope all our clients, colleagues and friends are keeping safe and well. These are tough times for everyone but Propitas remain open for business and are still taking new enquiries. We continue to manage active construction sites, providing detailed input as to the recommended … Read More
Minworth Central, Minworth, Birmingham
Instruction Synopsis Propitas were instructed to undertake a pre-acquisition survey and prepare a detailed schedule of condition of this circa 164,000 sq ft distribution centre on behalf of an international logistics operator. A number of significant elements of disrepair were identified as part of our … Read More
An Update For Our Clients
Given the unprecedented situation in which we currently find ourselves, and with due consideration to recent government advice, we have taken certain precautions in order to protect our staff and clients and ensure that we can continue to provide our services to you. With effect from Monday 16 March 2020, all … Read More
Contractor Appointed On Bermondsey Project
ARJ Construction have been appointed to construct our Bermondsey project. The scheme will provide 43 luxury apartments and 20,000 square feet of high spec office space. Propitas are providing both PM and EA services. As can be seen from the CGIs, the finished product promises … Read More
Propitas to Host Dilapidations Seminar
In partnership with Tim Rayner of Irwin Mitchell LLP, Birmingham Director Chris Hodgson is hosting a seminar on dilapidations in Birmingham on Wednesday 4 March 2020. The seminar will cover such topics as strategic end of lease considerations and best practice dilapidations procedures. All of … Read More
Propitas Provides Advice To Vehicle Components Retailer
Propitas were appointed by a national retailer to undertake dilapidations assessments of a number of their retail locations across the UK (including sites in Scotland, Wales and Cornwall) as part of a strategic review of current lease liabilities. Detailed inspections of the properties were undertaken … Read More
Planned Maintenance Schedules For Real Estate Investors PLC
Propitas have been instructed to report on and complete planned preventative maintenance schedules on a portfolio of properties for Real Estate Investors PLC. The properties vary from historic buildings in town centre locations to more modern buildings located on commercial business parks. The reports will … Read More
Financial Settlement of Landlord’s Dilapidations Claim
A recent instruction typifies the type of dilapidations instruction that Propitas are appointed to deal with. We prepared a Terminal Schedule of Dilapidations on a 23,000ft2 office on behalf of the landlord, a large Property Company. The building was subsequently sold around the time of … Read More
Units 1 To 6, Aylesham Industrial Estate, Bradford
Instruction Synopsis Propitas were instructed on behalf of Wesleyan Assurance Society to manage the refurbishment of six industrial units at Aylesham Industrial Estate, Bradford. The client took back vacant possession from the former tenants at various stages, and elected to refurbish the units in order … Read More
Propitas Appointed on Major Serviced Office Scheme
On behalf of Northwood Investors International, Propitas have been appointed as Project Manager, Employer’s Agent and Cost Consultant on the multi-million pound refurbishment of the former Diageo office in Edinburgh, which they acquired in the middle part of 2019. The works will result in the … Read More
Investment Office Building, Amersham
Instruction Synopsis We were appointed by the freeholder of this office to inspect this large office towards the end of the tenant’s 15 year FRI lease. The headquarter office building was constructed in circa 2002 and provides approximately 23,000 square feet over ground and first … Read More
Propitas Completes Works To Grade II Listed Former Bank
Propitas were appointed by the Landlord to act as Contract Administrator to deliver the external maintenance works to a multi-storey Georgian property comprising a hotel and bar in Liverpool City centre. The project included specialist stonework repairs and restoration, overhauling the timber framed windows, roof repairs and replacing … Read More
Feasibility Instruction Lands at Gatwick
Propitas were instructed to report on the condition of two buildings within the Gatwick Airport footprint and to compare the costs and feasibility of ongoing repair against major refurbishment or reconstruction. The buildings in question provide a critical function in the day-to-day operation of this major UK transport hub. Propitas were chosen due … Read More
Propitas celebrate Christmas 2019
The Propitas Directors, staff and their partners celebrated Christmas 2019 with an alternative afternoon of axe throwing in the Warwickshire countryside followed by a Medieval banquet at Warwick Castle and an overnight stay at the Ardencote Hotel. A great opportunity to celebrate another successful year … Read More