Real estate management
We are a trusted partner for every aspect of real estate management. We bring fresh perspectives and solid experience to help clients make sustainable property decisions.
We are your trusted partner for property management and development
By real estate management we mean managing an organisation’s entire property portfolio. Responsible decision-making about property requires a clear, holistic view of that portfolio – and our highly skilled team is a valuable asset in that work.
Through sustainable property development we make sure buildings continue to serve their purpose in the future. FCG is a leading consultancy partner for both the private and public sector. We help you make responsible, evidence-based and economically sustainable decisions across the whole property lifecycle. For example, condition surveys and lifecycle costing can help choose between refurbishing an old school and constructing a new building.
We help public- and private-sector organisations establish the current state of their properties and prepare the necessary action plans based on studies. Depending on your needs, we can act as day-to-day support for property professionals or as a strategic partner.
Property makes up a significant share of our national wealth – so it matters how it is managed.
Real estate management may be a core business for an organisation, or a support function that serves the core. It is typically divided into three areas: asset management (AM), facilities management (FM) and property management (PM). We provide expert support at each of these levels.
A versatile partner for your real estate management needs
Our experienced specialists support clients in all matters related to property management. We help companies and public- and private-sector organisations in, for example, the following areas:
- Financial and strategy services, including ownership and portfolio strategy, market analyses, profitability and investment appraisals, assessments of economic impacts, and funding applications
- Space and operations services, including defining learning and growth environments, user research, developing space concepts, changes of use, and facilitation, engagement and workshops
- Technical consultancy, including condition surveys and inspections, valuations, building services (HVAC) design, structural engineering, infrastructure design, renewable-energy consultancy, and technical due diligence (TDD) and environmental due diligence (EDD)
A multidisciplinary team to develop your properties
FCG is well placed to provide reliable information for property decision-making. Our project teams include architects, interior and landscape architects, spatial planning specialists, building-health specialists, GIS specialists and land surveyors, as well as building services (HVAC), infrastructure and structural specialists. You can rely on our plans to meet industry standards and good practice.
The effects of establishing the wellbeing services counties are now becoming tangible for municipalities – and the next financially significant impacts lie in the health and social care estate. Decisions about municipally owned health and social care buildings can decisively affect a municipality’s vitality. The issue is especially challenging for smaller municipalities dealing with vacant or under-used properties and negotiating leases without sufficient information.
Since 2024, wellbeing services counties have been negotiating new leases and rent levels with municipalities, and the solutions agreed will shape municipal finances for decades. Municipalities need to make decisions on their health and social care estate that secure the financial viability of the property companies being set up. FCG supports municipalities that are balancing assets becoming vacant and helps to build co-operation with the wellbeing services counties. Together with the Association of Finnish Local and Regional Authorities, Senate Properties and municipalities, we run the Municipalities and Properties network project (Kunnat ja kiinteistöt), which helps municipalities manage this major challenge.
FCG provides evidence-based management of property portfolios. You’ll find all the capability you need under one roof, and our team with deep sector knowledge helps identify the right route for each asset from among the available options.
Needs assessment: Justify the requirement for new or refurbished space, describe the necessary facilities and performance, and assess the cost-effectiveness of alternatives using cost estimates and investment appraisals.
Project definition: Set precise targets for scope, functionality, quality, costs and programme; commission the necessary studies; and determine the procurement route/delivery model.
Design mobilisation: Organise the design process, run any design competitions, conduct the necessary negotiations and appoint the design team.
Design phase: Commence the design – progressing through concept design, scheme design, planning application and detailed design, with defined drawings and specifications.
Construction procurement and supervision: Ensure delivery in line with the contract, an outcome that meets the objectives, and the required readiness for operation and maintenance.
Commissioning and handover: Verify that systems operate as intended and train users.
In use: During the defects liability period, monitor building performance, make adjustments, carry out inspections and remedy any deficiencies.
Learn more by contacting our specialists
Kimmo Haapasalo
Vice President, Management and Finances
firstname.lastname@fcg.fi
+358 40 520 3020