AEC Marketplace Services

End-to-end professional services for the Architecture, Engineering & Construction industry across Africa.

AEC Consulting
Core Service

AEC Consulting Services

Our consulting practice delivers expert advisory services across the full lifecycle of architecture, engineering, and construction projects. We partner with governments, development agencies, and private sector clients to deliver technically sound solutions that meet international standards while addressing local market realities across Africa.

150+
Projects Consulted
40+
Countries Covered
98%
Client Satisfaction
25+
Senior Consultants
What We Offer

🛠 Feasibility Studies

Comprehensive technical, financial, and environmental feasibility assessments for infrastructure projects. We evaluate project viability, identify risks, and provide bankable recommendations for funding agencies and investors.

📝 Detailed Engineering Design

Full engineering design services including architectural drawings, structural calculations, MEP design, and Bill of Quantities. Delivered to international standards (BS, EN, AASHTO) with local compliance.

🔍 Due Diligence & Audits

Independent technical audits, construction quality assessments, and compliance verification for ongoing or completed projects. We help lenders, investors, and government agencies verify project integrity.

📈 Strategic Advisory

Market entry strategies for construction firms, regulatory navigation, joint venture advisory, and business development support for companies expanding into African AEC markets.

Industries served: Roads & Highways, Water & Sanitation, Building Construction, Energy & Power, Ports & Airports, Railways, Urban Development, and Telecommunications infrastructure.
Project Management
High Demand

Project Management

End-to-end project management services for construction and infrastructure projects. From inception to handover, our certified project managers (PMP, PRINCE2) ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. We specialize in donor-funded projects across Africa.

$2B+
Projects Managed
95%
On-Time Delivery
35+
Certified PMs
20+
Years Experience
Service Scope

📋 Construction Supervision

Full-time site supervision ensuring contractor compliance with design specifications, quality standards, and contractual obligations. Daily reporting, progress monitoring, and issue resolution.

📅 Planning & Scheduling

Development of detailed project schedules using MS Project and Primavera P6. Critical path analysis, resource leveling, earned value management, and progress tracking dashboards.

💰 Cost Control & Reporting

Budget management, variation tracking, interim payment certification, and financial reporting. We ensure transparent financial governance aligned with donor requirements.

⚠️ Risk & Claims Management

Proactive risk identification and mitigation. Expert handling of contractual claims, disputes, and delay analysis using FIDIC and NEC contract frameworks.

Contract Frameworks We Work With
  • FIDIC Red Book, Yellow Book, and Silver Book contracts
  • NEC3 and NEC4 Engineering and Construction Contracts
  • JBC (Joint Building Council) and government standard contracts
  • World Bank, AfDB, and EU procurement-compliant project management
Surveying and Design
Technical

Surveying & Design

Professional land surveying, topographic mapping, architectural design, and structural engineering services. We deploy modern technology including drone surveys, GPS, and BIM modeling to deliver precise, high-quality outputs for projects of all scales across Africa.

Services

🗻 Topographic & Land Surveys

Precise boundary surveys, topographic mapping, control surveys, and cadastral surveys using GPS/GNSS, total stations, and drone photogrammetry. Delivered as georeferenced digital models.

🏘 Architectural Design

Full architectural design from concept to construction documents. Residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial buildings. 3D visualization, space planning, and sustainable design integration.

🛠 Structural Engineering

Structural analysis, reinforced concrete and steel structure design, foundation engineering, and seismic design. Calculations to BS/EN standards with full drawing sets and bar bending schedules.

💻 BIM & 3D Modeling

Building Information Modeling (BIM Level 2) for clash detection, quantity extraction, and lifecycle management. We use Revit, AutoCAD, and Civil 3D for integrated design coordination.

Technology stack: DJI Enterprise drones for aerial surveys, Leica GPS/GNSS receivers, Autodesk Revit & Civil 3D for BIM, QGIS/ArcGIS for spatial analysis, and ETABS/SAP2000 for structural modeling.
Procurement Services
Specialized

Procurement Services

We manage the entire procurement lifecycle for AEC projects — from preparing bidding documents to contractor evaluation and contract award. Our team understands international procurement standards including World Bank, AfDB, EU, and national government procurement regulations across Africa.

End-to-End Procurement Support

📄 Bidding Document Preparation

Drafting of Standard Bidding Documents (SBD), Request for Proposals (RFP), and Expressions of Interest (EOI) compliant with donor and government requirements.

🔎 Bid Evaluation

Independent technical and financial evaluation of bids. We prepare evaluation reports, scoring matrices, and recommendation memos for award decisions.

📝 Contract Administration

Contract drafting, negotiation support, variation management, and performance monitoring. We handle FIDIC, NEC, and standard government contract forms.

🚚 Supply Chain Management

Construction material sourcing, supplier pre-qualification, logistics coordination, and import/export facilitation for project equipment and materials across Africa.

  • World Bank and AfDB procurement framework compliance
  • National procurement act compliance (Kenya PPRA, Nigeria PPA, South Africa PFMA)
  • Anti-fraud and anti-corruption due diligence
  • E-procurement platform setup and management
Training Services
Capacity Building

Training & Capacity Building

Professional development programs for AEC professionals. We offer certified training courses, workshops, and tailored capacity-building programs designed to upskill your workforce in project management, procurement, contract administration, and modern construction technologies.

Training Programs

📚 Project Management (PMP/PRINCE2)

Exam preparation and practical training for PMP and PRINCE2 certifications. Hands-on case studies using real AEC projects. Includes mock exams and mentorship until certification.

📝 FIDIC Contract Management

In-depth training on FIDIC contract conditions (Red, Yellow, Silver Book). Claims preparation, variation management, dispute resolution, and DAB procedures.

💻 BIM & Digital Construction

Practical BIM training using Revit, Navisworks, and Civil 3D. From BIM fundamentals to Level 2 implementation. Includes drone survey and digital site management tools.

💰 Procurement & Bid Writing

Learn to prepare winning bids for development-funded projects. Covers evaluation criteria, technical proposal writing, financial proposal structuring, and compliance checklists.

Delivery formats: In-person workshops (Nairobi, Lagos, Johannesburg), live virtual classrooms, self-paced e-learning modules, and customized in-house training programs for organizations.
Environmental Services
Compliance

Environmental & Social Impact

Environmental and social safeguards services for infrastructure projects. We conduct Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIA), prepare Resettlement Action Plans (RAP), and ensure projects comply with national environmental regulations and international safeguards (World Bank ESF, IFC Performance Standards).

Services

🌿 ESIA / EIA

Full Environmental and Social Impact Assessments including scoping, baseline studies, impact prediction, mitigation measures, and public consultation. We handle NEMA licensing and donor compliance documentation.

🏠 Resettlement Action Plans

Comprehensive RAPs including census surveys, asset valuation, livelihood restoration programs, grievance mechanisms, and monitoring frameworks. Compliant with World Bank OP 4.12 and ESS5.

📈 Environmental Audits

Compliance audits for ongoing construction projects. We verify adherence to ESMP conditions, monitor pollution levels, assess waste management, and prepare corrective action plans.

💧 Water & Climate Studies

Hydrological assessments, water resource studies, climate vulnerability analysis, and adaptation planning for infrastructure resilience in the face of climate change.

Quantity Surveying
Financial

Valuation & Quantity Surveying

Professional quantity surveying and property valuation services. We provide accurate cost estimates, Bills of Quantities, interim valuations, and final accounts for construction projects. Our QS team ensures your project finances are transparent, accurate, and professionally managed from start to finish.

Services

💰 Cost Estimation & BOQ

Detailed cost estimates and Bills of Quantities for projects at all stages — from preliminary estimates for feasibility to detailed BOQs for tendering. Prepared using industry standard methods of measurement (SMM7, NRM).

📊 Interim Valuations

Monthly progress valuations, interim payment certificates, and variation assessments. We ensure contractors are paid fairly and clients maintain accurate financial records throughout construction.

📑 Final Accounts

Comprehensive final account preparation including measurement of completed works, variation reconciliation, claims assessment, and final contract settlement.

🏢 Property Valuation

Market valuations, insurance valuations, and valuation for compulsory acquisition. Prepared by registered valuers in compliance with RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) standards.

Tools we use: CostX for 2D/3D takeoff, Buildsoft Cubit for estimating, Microsoft Excel advanced models, and integration with BIM models for automated quantity extraction.