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    What We Do

    Papaver boasts extensive NEC and JCT experience across diverse sectors which include rail and building, successfully managing projects valued up to £250 million. With a proven track record in delivering complex construction initiatives, we ensure that every project meets industry standards while maximizing efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

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    Why choose us?

    Choose us for our expertise and commitment to delivering projects on time and within budget. Our tailored solutions drive success and efficiency every step of the way.

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    What Makes Us Unique?

    Our approach to providing our services is founded in our experience of working for subcontractors fighting tooth and nail for every penny, working for main contractors delivering margin attainment and improvement, internationally renowned blue-chip organisations and major client organisations. We believe this experience allows us to offer an enhanced service delivery model.

About Us

Driven by a clear vision, Papaver was founded to redefine excellence in project management and cost consulting, setting new standards in the industry

Our Mission Is To

  • Provide a service that fixes problems. What may seem a complex issue can often be resolved by simply drawing on experience, and certainly does warrant a small team being sold to a client to create and fix a non-existent problem.
  • Manage people’s expectations of what is possible and what is reasonable cognisant of the project drivers and goals.
  • Take the emotion out of challenging issues.
  • Provide our services on the basis of upskilling and knowledge share for our clients.
  • Be ourselves.
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Our Services

Project Management

Our NEC accredited project managers bring a wealth of experience in delivering project management services using both NEC and JCT contract suites. This dual expertise enables us to effectively navigate diverse project requirements and ensure successful outcomes across various contracts.

Procurement

We understand that the correct procurement strategy and management of procurement events ensure you get the right solution for your business needs, pay the right price and mitigate risks at an early stage in the project.

Commercial Management

Our team includes RICS accredited professionals and is dedicated to aligning with your vision through expert cost planning, estimating, tender preparation and tender analysis. We deliver seamless post-contract commercial management services, providing the insights and support needed to achieve your project goals.

Our Staff

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Founder

Matt O'Keefe

A machine controller on rail projects was Matthew’s introduction to construction and embedded an interest the management of major projects in Matthew which resulted in the commencement of a career in commercial management.

Matthew has over 14 years’ experience in commercial management working in house building, water, rail, civil engineering and specialist technology sectors, in various roles ranging from project surveyor to strategic delivery for clients.

Matthew’s specialisms are estimating, NEC forms of contract