Question 1

What does ACD3.ai do for UK construction and utility businesses?

Accepted Answer

ACD3.ai Consulting Ltd provides hands-on operational consultancy for UK SME construction and utility businesses. We follow a three-step process: first, we audit your live projects and documentation to identify hidden risks, compliance gaps and operational problems. Second, we go on site and fix them — redesigning workflows, resolving compliance issues and improving delivery. Third, we deploy AI systems and digital tools to stop the same problems recurring. We work directly with business owners, managing directors and operations directors who need results, not more reports.

Question 2

What types of UK construction and utility companies does ACD3.ai work with?

Accepted Answer

ACD3.ai works with UK SME construction and utility companies including civils contractors, utility contractors (power, water, telecoms), groundworks firms, substation and infrastructure SMEs, wind farm contractors, BESS project teams and water treatment operators. We specifically target businesses with 10–200 staff where the owner or director is still involved in operational decisions.

Question 3

How quickly can ACD3.ai deliver results?

Accepted Answer

Most clients see meaningful operational improvements within the first four to six weeks. Our audit process typically takes one to two weeks to produce actionable findings. Compliance fast-tracking can often be achieved within days when needed. Longer-term transformation takes three to six months depending on scope. We stay involved until the results are locked in.

Question 4

What common problems does ACD3.ai fix for UK construction SMEs?

Accepted Answer

The most common problems we fix are: CDM 2015 and HSE compliance gaps; plant and logistics mismanagement costing thousands per week in idle time; informal systems that break as businesses grow; reactive firefighting instead of forward planning; subcontractor management and chain of responsibility issues; construction phase plan and temporary works documentation that doesn't meet principal contractor standards; and operational bottlenecks that reduce output without anyone knowing why.

Question 5

Who is Andy Clarke and what qualifications does he hold?

Accepted Answer

Andy Clarke is the Founder and Managing Director of ACD3.ai Consulting Ltd with 18+ years of hands-on experience in UK construction and utilities. He founded APC Sub Solutions Ltd, managing 60+ live sites across substations (11kV–400kV), wind farms, BESS, water treatment and recycling plants. His accreditations include NPORS, EUSR, CITB Temporary Works, CITB SMSTS, Achilles UVDB, IOSH, CPCS and Mates in Mind.

Question 6

How much does ACD3.ai construction consultancy cost?

Accepted Answer

ACD3.ai offers three engagement structures. Project-based consultancy starts from £20,000–£50,000+. Ongoing monthly retainers are £8,000–£15,000 per month. Full business transformation programmes are £100,000–£180,000 annually. All engagements start with a free 30-minute assessment call with Andy Clarke.

Question 7

What is the difference between ACD3.ai and a standard construction consultant?

Accepted Answer

Standard construction consultants deliver reports and recommendations then move on. ACD3.ai is different: every client works directly with Andy Clarke (not junior consultants), Andy goes on site rather than working remotely, and ACD3.ai stays engaged until the problem is fixed and the system to prevent recurrence is in place. Andy ran a construction business and managed 60+ live sites — he understands the commercial reality of every decision.

Question 8

How do I book an assessment with ACD3.ai?

Accepted Answer

Book a free 30-minute assessment call with Andy Clarke via Calendly at calendly.com/andyclarke-andyacd3/30min. You can also call 07759 002 601, WhatsApp the same number, or email Andyclarke@andyacd3.onmicrosoft.com. Assessment slots are limited — early booking is recommended.

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