Alan Brown

Director Drylining & Sfs Cost Consultancy @Clever Cost Ltd

Kent, GB

I founded Clever Cost to provide specialist cost consultancy for drylining and SFS packages, supporting contractors during tender and pre-construction stages.My role focuses on turning drawings and specifications into clear, commercially robust cost plans, while identifying scope gaps, interfaces, and risk before commitments are locked in.Typical involvement includes:• Drylining and SFS cost planning and take-offs• Reviewing subcontractor returns for scope gaps and exclusions• Practical value engineering aligned to specification and buildability• Tender clarifications and commercial input pre-submissionClever Cost works with main contractors and specialist subcontractors across residential, mixed-use, and commercial projects, providing independent, package-specific cost advice.