Partner

About Our Client / The Business We Are Partnered With

We are partnered with a well-established, London-based SME cost consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial advice across private-sector development, prime residential, commercial offices, mixed-use schemes and select public-sector programmes. The firm has grown steadily through repeat clients, personal relationships and a reputation for rigour, transparency and senior-level engagement on every commission.

Operating with a boutique, partner-led delivery model, the business provides a level of attention, flexibility and commercial insight that differentiates it from larger corporate consultancies. Their clients include developers, family offices, asset managers and architects seeking a trusted cost advisor capable of supporting complex, design-led and commercially sensitive projects across London and the South East.

With a robust pipeline and strategic growth ambitions, the consultancy is strengthening its leadership structure to support increased demand for senior-level advisory and project oversight.

The Opportunity

The business is seeking an accomplished Partner to join its London leadership team and play a central role in driving project excellence, managing key client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the practice. This is a rare opportunity within an SME environment—offering genuine influence, autonomy and a clear pathway toward equity participation.

The role suits a commercially aware, relationship-driven leader who enjoys a hands-on, client-facing role while contributing to the strategic direction, operational performance and long-term development of the consultancy.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide senior-level commercial and cost leadership across a diverse portfolio of private-sector development projects.

• Strengthen existing client relationships while supporting targeted business development and work-winning activity.

• Lead major commissions, ensuring quality, consistency, commercial rigour and strong client engagement.

• Oversee team performance, mentoring senior cost managers and building capability within the consultancy.

• Shape service offerings, resource planning, fee proposals and commercial strategy in line with business objectives.

• Support internal operations including financial performance, governance and strategic planning.

• Represent the consultancy as a trusted advisor in senior client and design-team forums.

• Help drive the evolution and growth of the business while maintaining the firm’s boutique, partner-led ethos.

Required Experience & Background

• Strong experience at Director or Partner level within a cost consultancy, ideally with an SME or mid-tier consultancy background.

• Proven track record delivering private-sector projects such as commercial, residential, mixed-use or commercial refurbishment schemes.

• Demonstrable experience developing client relationships, securing repeat work and shaping business development strategies.

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence senior decision-makers and lead high-value commissions.

• Experience managing and mentoring quantity surveying teams within a consultancy environment.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Quantity Surveying or related discipline; MRICS essential.

• Highly credible and polished in client-facing environments.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate effectively in a growth-focused SME setting.

• Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to balance strategic responsibilities with hands-on project leadership.

What’s On Offer

• A senior leadership position within a respected, growing SME consultancy.

• Genuine influence over business growth, strategic direction and client development.

• Clear progression towards equity/ownership for the right individual.

• Opportunity to shape and elevate the London project portfolio.

• Competitive Partner-level remuneration with a transparent bonus and uplift structure.

How to Apply

To explore this opportunity in confidence, please forward your CV or professional profile to calum@gedonexecutive.com or contact 07481 954446 for a private discussion.