Design & Build

A single point of accountability from concept and planning, through design coordination, into full construction and handover. Buildability, cost and programme under one roof.

Operative fitting ductwork in an open-plan office fit-out

Why choose us for design & build?

For a joined-up process and a single point of accountability. Not every project needs it.

Island first

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the Isle of Man's first padel facility, in construction at Nobles Park under a design and build appointment

One accountability line

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Project Director, one programme and one set of conversations, so decisions move faster

Early input pays

Day 1

input on buildability, lead times and logistics, brought into the design conversation before the scheme reaches site, not retrofitted mid-build

Process

Our process

Initial discussion and site review

We understand your objectives, review the site and identify what is fixed and what is still open. Alignment, not selling.

Early advice on feasibility and route

An honest view of feasibility, budget, programme and approvals. This is where you decide to proceed, reshape or hold.

Design coordination and pre-construction

Architects, engineers and our team develop the design together. Planning, utilities, buildability and procurement are tested in parallel, not in sequence.

Construction and live management

The nominated Project Director leads delivery, with Project Manager coordination and active commercial oversight through regular CVRs and reporting.

Completion, handover and close-out

Works completed, snagging closed, documentation finalised, building handed over ready for occupation or operation.

Process
New Earth manages every phase of construction with discipline and care.

For a joined-up process and a single point of accountability. Not every project needs it.

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For private clients

Site assessment

For private clients

An experienced contractor involved from concept onwards, shaping the home around what can actually be built, when, and at what price.

Aerial view of house foundations and a new estate road
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For developers

Design phase

For developers

Residential schemes where buildability and cost certainty matter early, with design and delivery answering to one programme.

Site manager on the phone outside a new commercial building
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For commercial and public sector clients

Material sourcing

For commercial and public sector clients

New offices, retail, hospitality, care and leisure buildings, with one delivery team across design coordination and construction.

Steel-frame building under construction with a scissor lift

Design & build on the Isle of Man

Designs that work on paper don't always work on the island. Shipping windows, utility coordination, section agreements and the local supply chain affect what can be built, when and at what price, so we bring those realities into the design conversation from the start.

Local approvals

Planning, building control and section agreements factored into the design programme early.

Shipping and lead times

Procurement shaped around off-island logistics, so the design never outruns what can be delivered.

Utility coordination

Connections and capacity confirmed during design, not discovered on site.

Supply chain fit

Designs matched to the island's labour and specialist subcontractor availability.

Timber roof trusses installed on a new brick building

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about this services. Please contact the team directly with further enquiries.

What is design and build?

Design and build is a delivery route where one team helps manage both the design development and the construction, creating a more joined-up process from concept through to completion.

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Is design and build right for every project?

Not always. It works particularly well where clients want early guidance, better coordination and a more practical route from idea to delivery. On simpler, well-defined projects, a traditional route may be just as effective. We will give you an honest view either way.

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Can you help before planning is in place?

Yes. We support clients at a very early stage with feasibility, planning guidance, budget advice and buildability input. That early stage is often where design and build adds the most value.

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Do I still need an architect or engineer?

In most cases, yes. Design and build does not remove the need for professional design input — it means the process is coordinated more closely and shaped around delivery from the outset.

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Where do design and build projects usually go wrong?

When the brief isn't properly defined, budgets are unrealistic, design develops without regard for buildability, or decisions are left too late. On the Isle of Man, poor coordination of approvals, utilities and procurement hits programmes fast. Our process keeps those things connected.

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Your team

New Earth's strength comes from builders who understand that infrastructure demands respect and skill.

Sam Patmore, Managing Director and Founder of New Earth Construction
Sam Patmore
Managing Director / Founder

With over 15 years of experience in the Isle of Man construction industry, Sam has built a strong reputation for his expertise and leadership. After successfully growing a building company, he has transitioned New Earth Construction Ltd to focus on delivering its own high-quality developments while also undertaking projects across the private and public sectors.

Ready to build?

Tell us what you're planning and we'll give you an honest view of cost, programme and process.