About Corehard

About Us

We are a specialist consultancy operating across the UK’s Highways and Street Works sector, delivering high‑assurance expertise at the intersection of compliance, quality and operational performance. Our role is to provide independent, evidence‑led insight that enables organisations to meet statutory obligations with clarity and confidence.

Who We Are

For over twenty five years, we have supported local authorities, utilities, contractors and operators with specialist services designed to strengthen governance, reduce operational risk and improve outcomes across active works and long‑term contracts. Our work is trusted in high‑scrutiny, safety‑critical environments where accuracy, transparency and technical integrity are essential where we currently possess a 98% client retention rate.

Our Mission

To deliver independent, high assurance services that strengthen statutory compliance, optimise operational performance and empower organisations to operate with clarity, certainty and commercial authority across our full service portfolio.

Our expertise

Proven expertise. Premium operational assurance.

UKAS Testing Laboratory for Works Quality and Performance Compliance

NRSWA & TMA Advisory, Statutory Compliance, Quality, and Expert Witness Service

Live Street Works & Asset Condition Inspections with Real-Time Information.

Live Lane Rental Compliance & Inspection

Government Aligned Lane Rental Scheme Application & Support

PFI Street Lighting Expiry & Succession

Our work is grounded in current legislation, industry standards, and best practice ensuring every recommendation is robust, defensible, and operationally practical.

How we work

We combine technical expertise with a clear, structured approach:

Assessment & Scoping - Understanding your operational environment and compliance challenges
On-site inspections, testing, or advisory - Delivering independent, evidence-based insight
Reporting & Recommendations - Clear, actionable outputs that support decision-making
Ongoing Support - Continued guidance to embed improvements and maintain compliance

Our goal is always the same: to deliver measurable improvements in performance, compliance and value.

Who we support

Our clients include:

Local Authorities
Utility Companies
Highways Contractors
PFI Service Operators
Compliance & Governance Teams
Street Works Management
Legal Counsel

Deep experience refined into uncompromising operational clarity.

Why organisations trust us

Independent, specialist consultancy

Deep sector knowledge across Highways & Street Works

UKAS-aligned testing and defensible evidence

Proven results in reducing defects, penalties, and lane rental charges

Strong track record in PFI transitions and contract governance

Clear, accurate and timely reporting

We don't just advise - we help organisations achieve real, operational change

Ready to Work With Us?

If you're looking for independent expertise to improve compliance, reduce risk, and strengthen operational performance, we're here to help.