Recruiting a new Building Surveyor
We are recruiting! Propitas are looking for a qualified building surveyor to assist in servicing their increasing workload from their Surrey office. Should you be interested in applying for this position or learning more, please e-mail Christopher Hodgson with a copy of your CV…. Read More
Tennis Tournament at Bounce
Our second annual table tennis tournament took place at Bounce in Holborn, which doubled as the launch for the new look Propitas. For the second year in a row, a member of team Propitas lifted the trophy, albeit this year it was Lori Clarke with … Read More
Appointment of Graham Construction
Following a six month design and tender process, Propitas have appointed Graham Construction on behalf of Resolution Real Estate Advisers, to complete a three storey shell extension to Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre in Edinburgh. The 24 week contract is due to be completed at the … Read More
Propitas Christmas Party
The Propitas Christmas party was held at Marcus Wareing’s restaurant at the Berkeley in London. The food and wine was superb and the most was made of the Chef’s table, with a guided tour of the kitchen a highlight. Although we’re not sure the staff … Read More
Practical Completion for Mauritius
The Mauritius High Commission have now taken full occupation of their newly refurbished London Embassy building in Chelsea. Propitas successfully project managed the construction phase over 36 weeks to completion on time and budget and to a high standard of finish. Completion marks the end … Read More
Staines Practical Completion
Practical Completion of the 55,000sqft CAT A refurbishment and re-modelling of 20 Kingston Road was successfully achieved on 15 August 2014. BWI have completed the works to a very high standard of finish and initial market interest has been very encouraging. Any interested parties should contact … Read More
Summer Client Event
Bruges was this year’s destination for an 8-man Propitas/client team event. Three cars, the channel tunnel, canal tour, trappist beers and michelin-star food made for a fantastic trip, in a Gumball rally style, which was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Despite what they say in the … Read More
Hemel Hempstead Refurbishment
Propitas are in the process of finalising the specification and design on behalf of Boultbee Brooks Real Estate for the refurbishment of Boundary House, a 65,000sqft self-contained industrial unit. Works generally include significant upgrading of mechanical and electrical services installations and fabric repairs to ensure … Read More
Chris Hodgson Promoted
From 1 May 2014, associate Chris Hodgson becomes director, reflecting his ongoing performance within the business, which is well deserved. Congratulations from us all…. Read More
Flying at Redhill
Propitas’s ongoing relationship with Redhill Aerodrome continues to flourish, with further asset management instructions received across the on-site portfolio. As leases continue to expire, Propitas are providing strategic feasibility advice in order to ensure the aeordrome possesses good quality lettable stock to extract maximum value … Read More
Spring Pong!
This month marked the inaugural Propitas Table Tennis Tournament, hosted at Bounce in London. The event was very well attended by the great and the good of commercial property, which sparked some serious competition on the tables. Sadly, we have to announce that the overall … Read More
Brewery Square Update
Propitas are re-appointed as Project Monitor on behalf of Resolution Property Advisers for the £27m next phase of the £100m regeneration scheme in Dorchester. This phase will see the construction of approximately 134 residential apartments and 15 retail shops, which it is estimated will create … Read More
Health and Safety Update
This year, the HSE is due to consult on changes to the previous CDM Regulations 2007. The revised CDM Regulations are expected to highlight how key parts of CDM deals with smaller projects and building maintenance, which was previously not recognised. It is thought that the new … Read More
Embassy Refurbishment
After three years of design and cost approval, works have finally commenced on the £1.5m refurbishment of the 12,000sqft Mauritius High Commission embassy building in Chelsea. The contractor was appointed in November, with a 36-week programme to complete a comprehensive refurbishment of this prominent historical … Read More
Green Light for Staines
BWI have now been appointed to undertake the £5m refurbishment and re-modelling of 20 Kingston Road, Staines-Upon-Thames. Works across the 40,000sqft offices will include CAT A refurbishment of G-4 floor offices, replacement curtain walling to elevations, structural alterations to increase NIA, feature reception, 3 new … Read More
Practical Completion in Oxford
Propitas has now granted Practical Completion on the final phase of Landlord’s works at Templars Retail Park, which involved converting a 65,000sqft former B&Q store in to 7 new shell and core units. Two pre-lets have been secured and discussions and marketing are ongoing for … Read More
Dilapidations Analysis
In the current market, the outcome of dilapidations negotiations is more important than ever, with landlord’s seeking to protect their interests and tenants wanting to mitigate their costs. Over the past two years, Propitas have advised on almost £3 million worth of lease liabilities. Based … Read More
Staines Office Redevelopment
Tender documents have now been issued for the the £4m redevelopment of a 45,000sqft office building in Staines-upon-Thames. Since Propitas’ appointment in April, a full design team has been assembled with a fully coordinated cross-discipline tender package. Tenders are due to be returned early September, … Read More
Propitas Classic Car Day
The Propitas crew do love our cars; so we thought what better way to say thank you to a select group of clients than hiring 4 classic cars for a day’s motoring around the Sussex and Surrey countryside. The cars were an AC Cobra (replica, … Read More
Bromley Office Refurbishment
A contractor has been appointed to complete the £400k office refurbishment of Northside House. The works include Landlord’s CAT A refurbishemnt on two office floors, common part WC, lobby and lift refurbishment over 6 floors and re-modelling of the reception and external main entrance. The … Read More