ICA Group
Quality Site Inspection Consultancy
ICA Group is a leading multi-disciplinary provider of quality inspections, compliance consultancy, and audit services for the UK construction industry. As a holding company comprising a suite of specialist businesses, ICA Group brings together deep expertise in inspection, building control, fire safety, and regulatory compliance to support clients throughout complex built-environment projects. Its collective strength and shared values enable high-quality service delivery across regions and sectors, from residential developments to major commercial programmes.
At the heart of ICA Group’s mission is a commitment to quality, compliance and sustainability in construction. The group’s companies offer a broad range of core services — including quality site inspection, building control, gas and electrical auditing, and fire and building regulation consultancy — that help clients meet regulatory obligations, deliver safe and compliant buildings, and mitigate risk across the project lifecycle. This integrated service model ensures that clients receive expert guidance and technical assurance from concept through completion.
One of the group’s key strengths lies in its family of specialist businesses, including Hickton Quality Control, Cook Brown Building Control, Morgan Lambert, and Qualitas Compliance. Each company operates independently with its own core expertise, while also benefiting from the Group’s shared technical resources, financial resilience, and national coverage. This structure allows ICA Group to deliver both focused services and holistic support tailored to project and client needs.
ICA Group’s professionals bring decades of combined experience working on a diverse portfolio of construction projects across the UK. The organisation’s emphasis on technical excellence, proactive advice, and transparent communication helps clients navigate regulatory frameworks and industry standards with confidence. Its teams are dedicated to fostering collaboration with designers, contractors, and client representatives to drive better outcomes and build long-term trust.
With offices and operations nationwide and a reputation grounded in expertise and dependable service delivery, ICA Group has established itself as a valued partner for organisations seeking to champion quality and compliance in their construction work. Whether supporting early design reviews, on-site inspections, or fire and safety consultancy, the Group’s comprehensive approach helps shape safer, higher-quality built environments across the UK.
Services
Building Control
Clerk of Works
Gas and Electrical Audit and Consultancy
Fire Safety and Building Regulation Consultancy
Telephone
01226 743959
Locations
Unit 5 Old Bldg Yard, Cortworth Ln, Wentworth, Rotherham S62 7SB, UK
Our Team
James Cook
Matt Brown
Group Managing Director
Group Managing Director
James Cook is a founding director and senior leader within the ICA Group, with extensive experience in building control, regulatory compliance, and the wider built environment. He is best known for his role in establishing Cook Brown Building Control, which has grown into one of the UK’s most respected Approved Inspectors, recognised for technical excellence and a strong client-focused approach. James has played a key role in shaping the strategic direction of the group and its specialist businesses.
With a deep understanding of building regulations and compliance frameworks, James has worked closely with developers, designers, and contractors across a wide range of residential and commercial projects. His expertise lies in navigating complex regulatory requirements while maintaining a pragmatic, solutions-driven mindset that supports project progress without compromising safety or quality. He is widely respected for his technical knowledge and his ability to provide clear, confident guidance in an evolving regulatory landscape.
Beyond his technical role, James is committed to raising standards across the construction industry through collaboration, leadership, and continual improvement. As part of ICA Group’s senior leadership team, he continues to drive innovation, consistency, and professional integrity across its businesses, helping clients deliver safer, more compliant, and higher-quality buildings throughout the UK.
Matt Brown is a founding director and senior leader within the ICA Group, with a strong professional background in building control and regulatory compliance. As co-founder of Cook Brown Building Control, Matt has been instrumental in establishing and growing the business into a highly regarded Approved Inspector, known for its technical rigour, independence, and client-focused service. His leadership has helped shape both the company’s operational excellence and its reputation within the construction industry.
Matt brings extensive experience working across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments, supporting clients through complex building regulation processes. He is recognised for his practical, solution-driven approach, combining detailed technical knowledge with a clear understanding of construction delivery on live projects. This enables him to provide balanced advice that maintains compliance while supporting programme, cost, and quality objectives.
As part of the wider ICA Group leadership team, Matt plays an active role in promoting consistency, professionalism, and high standards across the group’s specialist businesses. He is committed to continuous improvement within the built environment and to helping clients deliver safe, compliant, and high-quality buildings. Through collaboration and strong industry relationships, Matt continues to contribute to the long-term success and integrity of the ICA Group.