Grey Cannon Advisory Services

About Grey Cannon Advisory Services

Grey Cannon is a specialist technical advisory firm dedicated to improving the delivery and performance of research facilities. We help organisations navigate the complexity of laboratory design, procurement, and construction by offering expert, independent guidance at every stage of the project lifecycle. Founded by Aleks Topalovic, who brings over 20 years of experience in designing complex technical buildings, Grey Cannon was born out of a desire to solve persistent challenges in the research facility sector. These include limited technical expertise within the supply chain, increasing design complexity, unclear procurement processes, and mounting pressure around project funding and delivery. Our services are built on four core values: Expertise, Efficiency, Technical Excellence, and Risk Mitigation. These principles are embedded in everything we do from feasibility studies to peer reviews, ensuring our advice delivers measurable value and long-term impact. We work with a wide range of stakeholders including end clients, contractors, project managers, and consultancies. Our greatest impact is in the early stages of a project, where strategic decisions shape outcomes. We also support operational improvements in existing facilities, helping clients reduce energy costs and improve performance with minimal capital investment. Our core offerings include: • Feasibility Studies • Lab Conversion & Refurbishment Due Diligence • User Requirement Brief Development • Tendering & Procurement Support • Laboratory Services Performance Improvement • Standard Specification Development • Independent Technical Peer Reviews At Grey Cannon, we believe that smart technical advice delivered at the right time can transform how research facilities are built and operated. Let’s build better science, together.