I’m absolutely thrilled to announce the launch of my very own construction consultancy and The Unfiltered Female Site Manager Blog! After taking some time off as a site manager to focus on my family, I’m ready to jump back into the industry that ignites my passion! My mission is to provide honest, transparent advice for anyone starting their building journey.
I want my clients and followers to enjoy complete visibility into every exciting step of the build process. With a commitment to trust and integrity, I can't wait to help you turn your dreams into reality!
I bring a wealth of experience in:
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Designs (garden rooms only)
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Planning applications
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Self-build & DIY projects
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Job estimates
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Works programs
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Construction site management
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Materials
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Health and safety
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Quality checking
Feel free to give me a call for a friendly chat to see how I can assist you at +447849 777198! I have worked from home for the last 4 years, whereever you are in the UK I can help. Email or whatsapp me photos and your ideas and I will come back with my FREE advice.
Experience
I launched my construction career in 2008 as an administrator. I became a qualified site manager (CIOB Level 4 Site Management Qualification) by 2013. As a site manager, I led a diverse range of projects, including refurbishments, traditional builds, timber, steel, and reinforced concrete frame structures, as well as flats, houses and a power station. My building experience was gained working for councils and UK residential house builders. ​
Currently, I am forging a career in Customer Experience with a company that develops hardware and software solutions for main contractors. This software ensures all operatives are fully competent on-site.
Current Building Culture
Last October, we completed the design and construction of a garden games room, our very own private pub, The Fox Den Inn. Initially we were quoted £35,000 by one company, we achieved it for a fraction of the cost. This was only possible due to my involvement in creating the plans, submitting the planning application myself, then my husband David independently built the entire structure, with minimal help from 2 external trades.​
On New Year’s Day 2025 we began planning a home extension, receiving verbal on-the-spot quotes ranging from £150,000 to £200,000, which exceeds our budget.​
With my planning and construction expertise, I'm confident our extension won't reach those figures (I have currently estimated the build to be £55,000, to build in blockwork). I plan to document the entire process whether I’m right or wrong. Follow The Unfiltered Female Site Manager blog - Extension or Loft Conversion to see what happens.
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While labor and material costs have risen, I don't believe the increase is as much as everyone is making out.
Transparency Construction Pricing
At Transparency Construction, I would eventually like to offer a fully transparent building service package. After assessing your project preferably online initially, I know I could provide a clear breakdown of the costs in three key areas:
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Materials: All materials are quoted and billed to you at our cost price — no mark-up.
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Equipment: Any machinery or health and safety equipment that needs to be hired to complete the job, will be quoted and billed at our cost.
Labour: Our operatives would work on a fixed daily rate or half day rate. I would schedule labour based on the project program, and if we exceed the estimated time, the cost will be on us — you won’t pay any extra. Similarly, if we complete the work earlier than planned, you won’t be charged for any additional time. You only pay for the actual time operatives spend on site.
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Other Expenses: To be discussed openly per job. These could be as simple as travel expenses, insurance.
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Profit: A 20% fee will be added to the total cost of the project upon completion.
This pricing structure would apply to every project we undertake. I understand that construction projects can be daunting, especially with the many unsettling stories out there. That’s why i'm committed to being different — providing clear, upfront pricing with no hidden fees. We want you to know exactly what you’re getting, when, and how much it will cost.
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Problem is I'm new in this and I only have a few people that I trust, that will work for me. I just need some notice to pull them together. Every job needs to slow down in my eyes, people need to stop rushing these massive decisions where they are parting with lots of money, without doing proper research and making sure they will not be hit with unexpected extras they can’t afford during the build.
Right now I am more interested in building relationships and genuinely helping people that are unsure about the build ahead of them. ​
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I don't view this as a business; rather, it is a passion project for me. I have a deep love for building and genuinely miss the hands-on aspect of it. This is something I am truly passionate about. I am looking forward to working with you.