MDA Consulting 2026 Spotlight

MDA Consulting is a privately-owned, multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy. The business was formed in 1951 by Messrs Monk and Dunstone and 2026 will see us celebrate our 75th Anniversary!

We operate out of 9 offices across the UK, with offices in Leicester, Birmingham, Brighton, Bristol, Cardiff, Exeter, London, Manchester and Norwich.

We provide expert consultancy services to the property and construction industries, providing exceptional cost consultancy, project management, project monitoring and other advisory services across the built environment. With 75 years of experience in both construction and property sectors, we help our clients navigate the complexities of projects, from inception through to completion. 

Our approach is built on a structured process that ensures every project is delivered with clarity and efficiency, seeking a shared understanding that encourages creativity and continuous improvement. We embrace every opportunity to challenge the status quo and refine our methods, always striving to deliver better results.

We pride ourselves on building lasting partnerships, founded on trust, collaboration, and an in-depth understanding of our Clients' goals. At the heart of our service is a passion for transforming ideas into reality, with innovative strategies and a hands-on approach that drives tangible results.

Our philosophy is simple: By nurturing strong relationships with our Clients and partners, we aim to exceed expectations, uphold the highest standards of professionalism, and contribute to the success of our Clients' goals.

We uphold the highest standards, ensuring transparency, honesty, and fairness in every interaction and decision. Our Clients can trust us to act with integrity at all times.

We believe in the power of teamwork - both within our organisation and with our Clients and partners. By fostering open communication and mutual respect, we create a collaborative environment that drives success.

We are committed to delivering outstanding results and strive for excellence in everything we do. We encourage and support training and professional qualifications, reward endeavour and innovation and provide growth and opportunities for all our employees.

Embracing forward-thinking solutions, we continuously explore new ideas and technologies to improve processes, reduce risks, and add value to every project.

We employ 61 staff in the UK and provide a range of construction and development consultancy services, including:-

• Cost Consultancy
• Project Management
• Project Monitoring
• Restructuring and Recovery
• CDM Consultancy and Principal Designer to Clients in both the Public and Private Sectors

We have worked on projects all over the world across sectors including; commercial, education, health and welfare, hotels, heritage, industrial, residential, leisure/hospitality, local government, PRS and PBSA.

MDA acted as Cost Consultant on the demolition of the former Song School and construction of a new Heritage Learning Centre (HLC), consisting of two levels below ground and two upper storeys as an extension to the existing Cathedral. The construction of the HLC, sympathetically designed to complement the Grade II* listed building, provides much needed space for education, exhibitions, and community engagement, within this remarkable addition to the Cathedral.

The project included re-ordering works to the Cathedral including relocating the font to the Great South Aisle, completely replacing all building services and improving accessibility, including forming un-stepped access at north and south doors, replacing the floor to create un-stepped access and to provide services routes, heating and a more attractive and robust stone floor finish, providing accessible draft lobbies to the main doors, forming a new doorway to the HLC extension from the Great South Aisle, repairing some stonework and blown plaster at high level, enhancing access to the tower and maintenance access to some roofs, completely redecorating the interior, new lighting, and extending the 2015 AV system.

MDA acted as Employer’s Agent and Cost Consultant for The Barons Pastures development involved the transformation of an existing Victorian farmhouse, farm cottages and agricultural buildings along with the construction of several new houses. 

The redevelopment offers two distinct collections of stylish properties, providing 17 individually designed, luxury homes. The Farmstead Collection features beautifully converted, renovated and refurbished farm buildings ranging from the majestic, double fronted Victorian Farmhouse to more modest 2 and 3 bedroom converted barns and stables. 

The Garden Collection of 10 new build 4 and 5/6 bedroom homes offer distinctly individual and visually appealing properties. Their design took inspiration from design elements and characteristics from the farmhouse and barns, merging traditional architectural details with contemporary design flourishes. 

The homes consist of bungalows, one and two storey houses that are either detached or semi-detached with double or single garages along with ample parking, generous gardens and patio spaces. 

MDA acted as Employer’s Agent, Cost Consultant and Project Manager of the redevelopment of a former factory on King Street creating 60,000ft2 of high quality accommodation for start-up and growing businesses. 

The regeneration scheme includes meeting and conference facilities, a café and kitchen, a courtyard to the rear and a range of workspaces, including a co-working lounge for creative tech and digital businesses. 

Existing features, including parquet flooring and exposed brick and beams, will be retained, and a new entrance created from King Street.