Executing a strategy with precision can only be achieved through the careful *Calculation of each move. At DPD Quantity Surveyors and Project Managers, deliberate consideration of every step of a project from its inception to final completion is planned in detail, and every conceivable consequence is anticipated. For DPD owner Erik van Driel this is an extension of his personality. From his earlie
st experience as a quantity surveyor and since the establishment of DPD in 2001, Erik has been aware of the fact that for every action there is a reaction. By being aware of this, and planning accordingly, allows DPD’s quantity surveyors and project managers to deliver comprehensive quantity surveying and construction cost services with maximum results and minimum risk. Together with Quantity Surveyor Eddie Haumann and junior Quantity Surveyor Christoff van der Merwe, Erik offers the capability to handle large-scale commercial projects and developments. DPD’s focus is on providing an all-inclusive service that sees a project through from conceptual design to final delivery. Decision-making is purposeful and tailored to a specific project; nothing is left to chance. With DPD often an investment partner in projects, they are keenly aware of the inherent risks carried by investors. This first-hand knowledge allows them to have a more intuitive approach to project development and management. Experience sharpens the senses. DPD’s knowledge of a wide range of construction projects, from office parks, shopping centres and warehouses to institutional buildings such as schools, laboratories and lecture rooms, not only enables them to offer comprehensive financial consultancy services to the construction industry, but also offers the additional benefit of sound project management. DPD strives to deliver world-class financial control services to the construction and project management industry. The team prides itself on its integrity. Project calculations and advice will always be to the benefit of the client and based on what is fair, feasible and viable according to the specific project’s specifications. DPD aims to provide clients with functional, economically viable developments. This is achieved through continuous advice and option costing on more cost effective alternatives, standardization when appropriate and negotiations with contractors. DPD abides by the South African Quantity Surveyors’ Act (36 of 1970), the regulations framed in terms thereof and the constitution and the rules of the Association of South African Quantity Surveyors and any amendments thereto. They will exercise reasonable diligence and skill in the performance of its professional services. DPD believes in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with regards to the latest technology and trends in the construction industry, and supports CPD seminars, workshops and programmes in order to provide clients with services of the highest quality.
