Insights Newsletter Q3 2026

Welcome to Mitchell McDermott’s Insights Newsletter

We’re pleased to share the latest edition of our regular round-up of the trends, data, and developments shaping our industry.

In this issue, our inflation update takes a close look at material price movements and commodities for the first 6 months of 2026, alongside a new feature tracking energy price changes,  giving you a clearer picture of the cost pressures affecting projects across the board.

We’re also pleased to introduce our new Sustainability Services, designed to help clients navigate evolving environmental requirements with confidence.

Whether you’re a client, partner, or simply keeping an eye on the market, we hope you find this edition useful.

As always, we welcome your feedback and questions.

Regards

Paul, Anthony & Ronan

Inflation Review H1 2026

The first half of 2026 has seen steady movement on most core materials, while non-ferrous metals have continued their strong upward run. Find out more on these and changes in energy prices in our latest update. 

Our Sustainability Services

Over the past few years, we’ve been quietly perfecting the art of carbon counting. Now, we’re proud to unveil our new Sustainability Services — a dedicated offering designed to help our clients meet the growing demand for greener, smarter, and more accountable building practices. 

At our core,  our team are Quantity Surveyors – precise, analytical, and deeply rooted in construction. We bring that same rigor to carbon analysis, ensuring your sustainability outcomes are as accurate as your cost plans.

From Whole Life Carbon Assessments, Embodied Carbon Reports, sustainability benchmarking, to certification pathway management and more, our Sustainability team can help you measure, manage, and achieve your carbon reduction goals.

Learn more about our comprehensive Sustainability Services on the link below.

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