Steven
Coates
Managing Director, Founder, Matthews Europe, the Middle East & Africa

Matthews Professional Services Strategy

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July 6, 2026
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The construction and development markets across the Middle East and Europe continue to present significant opportunities for specialist consultancy services that support the successful delivery of increasingly complex projects. Driven by major investment programmes across the region, clients are seeking experienced partners capable of providing strategic oversight, technical leadership and effective management of project risk throughout the design and delivery process.

Matthews Professional Services was established as a strategic extension of Matthews, building on an established reputation for delivering high-value projects. Our suite of specialist services is well placed to support clients with the expertise they require across Design Management, Technical Documentation and BIM Consultancy.

The market continues to evolve beyond traditional design consultancy models. As projects become larger, more complex and increasingly fast-tracked, there is growing demand for independent oversight, structured governance and technical expertise. Matthews Professional Services is well positioned to capitalise on this trend by bridging the gap between design intent, commercial objectives and project delivery, giving clients confidence that projects are being effectively managed from concept through to completion.

Through our integrated services, we support clients, developers, architects and contractors across a broad range of project requirements, from front-end strategy and design management through to technical documentation, BIM consultancy and detailed design coordination, with the objective of improving project outcomes and reducing delivery risk.

The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we approach and deliver our services. Activities such as technical content drafting and regular project reporting can increasingly be supported by AI-enabled tools, which we are actively embracing. However, whilst these tools can improve efficiency in many areas, they do not replace the professional judgement required to manage technical risk, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, define responsibilities or ensure alignment between design intent and project delivery.

Matthews Professional Services view these developments as an opportunity rather than a threat. We are actively embracing technologies that improve efficiency, whilst recognising that the greatest value lies in the experience, expertise and technical leadership of our teams.

Our strategy is clear and aligned with both current market demand and future industry direction. We will continue to expand our suite of specialist solutions throughout the region, whilst integrating a wider range of services that support our business and our clients. 

We will also continue to adopt technology to enhance our existing services, develop new revenue streams and increase our focus on data. Matthews Professional Services is positioning itself as a trusted strategic partner to clients across EMEA. This approach will support sustainable growth, strengthen long-term client relationships and establish Matthews Professional Services as a recognised leader in our fields throughout our operating region.