Privacy Policy for SCM Construction Management

Effective Date: Dec 24

SCM Construction Management ("we," "us," or "our") values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal information when you interact with our website, services, or otherwise communicate with us. By using our website [insert website URL] (the "Website") or engaging with our services, you agree to the collection and use of your personal information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect and process the following types of personal data:

• Contact Information: When you contact us, register on our Website, or request services, we may collect personal details such as your name, email address, phone number, and postal address.

• Technical Data: We collect data about how you access and use our Website, such as your IP address, browser type, operating system, and browsing behaviour (e.g., pages viewed, time spent on the Website).

• Financial Information: If you make a purchase or engage in business transactions with us, we may collect billing details, payment card information, and other financial data necessary to complete the transaction.

• Project-Related Information: If you hire us for construction management services, we may collect information related to your specific project, including timelines, budgets, specifications, and any relevant documentation.

• Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies to enhance your experience on our Website. For more information on cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use the personal information we collect for the following purposes:

• To Provide Services: To manage, execute, and deliver construction management services you request, including project management, scheduling, and communication.

• To Communicate with You: To respond to your enquiries, provide customer support, and send you information about our services, including updates, newsletters, and promotional materials (if you have opted in to receive such communications).

• To Improve Our Website and Services: To analyse how our Website is used, monitor performance, and improve our services and user experience.

• To Process Transactions: To handle payment and billing for any services you purchase.

• To Comply with Legal Obligations: To fulfil legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.

3. How We Share Your Information

We respect your privacy and do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties. However, we may share your personal information with the following entities in certain circumstances:

• Service Providers: We may share data with trusted third-party service providers who assist in running our Website, processing payments, or delivering our services (e.g., IT service providers, payment processors).

• Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information if required by law, such as to comply with a legal obligation, protect our rights, or respond to lawful requests by public authorities (e.g., a court order).

• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction, but the receiving party will be bound by this Privacy Policy.

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your personal data from unauthorised access, use, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. While we strive to secure your information, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

• Access: You have the right to request access to the personal data we hold about you.

• Correction: You may request that we correct any inaccurate or incomplete data.

• Deletion: You can request the deletion of your personal data, subject to certain conditions and legal obligations.

• Objection: You can object to the processing of your data for marketing purposes or based on legitimate interests.

• Withdrawal of Consent: If we rely on consent to process your data, you can withdraw your consent at any time.

• Data Portability: You may request a copy of your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

6. International Data Transfers

If you are located outside of the United Kingdom, please be aware that your personal information may be transferred to, stored, or processed in countries that are outside of your jurisdiction. By using our services or interacting with our Website, you consent to the transfer of your personal data to these locations.

7. Data Retention

We will retain your personal information only for as long as is necessary for the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or as required by law. When no longer needed, we will securely delete or anonymise your personal data.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated policy will be effective as of the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your data.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please contact us below.

By using our Website or engaging with our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.