ABOUT US

Quaker Group is a full-service development consultancy with over 20 years of combined experience guiding projects from the very first idea through to completion and beyond.

We bring together a unique blend of architecture, planning, building consultancy, and property development finance experience, giving our clients a single, accountable team to manage every stage of the process.

Our expertise spans residential, commercial, mixed-use, and heritage schemes, with a proven track record in delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. By integrating design, delivery, and funding under one roof, we remove the common risks and delays caused by multiple disconnected parties.

What sets us apart is our developer-minded approach - we think commercially as well as creatively, ensuring every decision supports the success and viability of your project. Whether you’re navigating complex planning requirements, coordinating multiple consultants, managing groundworks and construction, or arranging development finance, Quaker Group is here to make the journey clearer, smoother, and more certain.

JEFF BLACKWELL

Co-Founder & Technical Director

Jeff Blackwell - Co-Founder and Director of Quaker Group

FRANCIS WARD

Co-Founder & Commercial Director

Francis Ward - Co-Founder and Director of Quaker Group

“We founded Quaker Group to bring every element of development under one roof, removing the friction and uncertainty that holds projects back. Our motivation is simple - To give clients clarity, confidence, and a trusted team from day one to delivery.”

A quote from our Co-Founder and Commercial Driector

Francis Ward.

  • At Quaker Group, our mission is to deliver certainty in development by aligning design, delivery, and funding under one accountable team. We are driven by the belief that projects succeed when every stage works together seamlessly, removing delays, confusion, and cost overruns.

    MISSION

  • We follow the RIBA framework to ensure every stage of your project is clearly defined, costed, and managed. By conducting pre-mortems on potential risks, applying data-led cost planning, and providing a single point of contact, we create a transparent and predictable journey from concept to completion.

    APPROACH

  • Our team brings together decades of combined experience across architecture, planning consultancy, building consultancy, and finance. With a dedicated Architect, Planning Lead, Build Project Manager, and Finance Partner, we provide specialist expertise at every stage, working collaboratively to keep your project on track.

    OUR TEAM

  • We operate with full professional indemnity insurance, adhere to all Health & Safety and CDM (Construction Design & Management) regulations, and have extensive experience with listed building and conservation area requirements. Compliance isn’t a checkbox for us - it’s built into our process from the start.

    COMPLIANCE

  • We use the latest digital tools to improve communication, streamline decision-making, and keep projects moving. From 3D CGI visualisations to cloud-based project management platforms, our clients have real-time access to drawings, programmes, and cost reports, making the process more collaborative and efficient.

    TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

  • Integrity, accountability, and client success are at the heart of everything we do. We take ownership of each project as if it were our own investment, ensuring every decision supports long-term value. Our focus on transparency means you always know where your project stands - no surprises, just solutions.

    VALUES