What's the opportunity? This is a rare and exciting
entrepreneurial opportunity
to establish and grow
this key service
within our Newcastle office. As Partner for Cost Management (Quantity Surveying), you will have the autonomy to build the service from the ground up –
a blank canvas
for an ambitious and well-connected individual who wants to create something lasting, without unnecessary constraints. You will play a prominent role within a growing office of around 16 people, sitting as a visible and influential member of the senior leadership team. Based in
Newcastle city centre , with excellent public transport links, the office is already well established across a variety of sectors including health and public sectors, regeneration and manufacturing. We are deliberately open-minded about the additional sector expertise, client relationships and regional insight you could bring, particularly through strong networks across the
Tyneside area and wider Northeast . You will work collaboratively as part of a
work-winning leadership team , identifying opportunities to cross-sell Ridge's wider services into existing clients, while building your own Cost Management capability and team. Key responsibilities will include: Leading and developing Cost Management / Quantity Surveying service within the Newcastle office Playing an active role in the senior leadership team, shaping office strategy, culture and growth Being part of the wider national Cost Management discipline working groups Creating and delivering a clear business plan and growth strategy for
this key service Driving business development, leveraging your network and reputation across the region Building, nurturing and maintaining long-term, trusted client relationships Working collaboratively with Partners and teams across the business to cross-sell services Acting as a client-facing Partner, leading meetings, managing commercial risk and owning delivery Setting and maintaining the highest standards of professional and technical excellence Recruiting, developing and mentoring future talent, building a high-performing team around you Providing hands-on technical input where appropriate on strategic or complex commissions What you need to do to be effective in this role As a Partner, you guide, inspire and retain our people while shaping the direction of the business. You bring an
entrepreneurial mindset , spotting opportunities to add value beyond the immediate scope of projects and influencing both client and internal strategy. You are commercially astute, confident balancing quality, cost and risk across multiple commissions, and comfortable being accountable for financial performance. You enjoy autonomy, take ownership and have the credibility to build something of your own – supported, but not constrained, by the wider business. The skills and experience you'll bring: A strong professional reputation and established network in the Newcastle / Northeast market Significant experience in Cost Management / Quantity Surveying within a consultancy environment Proven ability to win work, grow client relationships and develop a sustainable pipeline Chartered status (MRICS) or equivalent, or demonstrable capability to operate at Partner level Excellent communication and influencing skills with clients, stakeholders and teams Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills and sound judgement A collaborative mindset, enjoying working across disciplines to deliver best outcomes A desire to build, lead and inspire a team, leaving a lasting legacy in the region What's in it for you? This is a genuine opportunity to take ownership of
a blank canvas
– to shape
this key service , build a team around you and become a leader within a growing, ambitious office and business. Our people are our business. Our vision is to be ever progressive, expanding our expertise and nurturing our talent through
Quality, Innovation and Growth . In return, we offer: A senior leadership role with autonomy and influence Competitive Partner reward package, including performance-related bonus 27 days annual leave plus
Partner, Cost Management in London employer: Ridge & Partners LLP
At Ridge, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic and collaborative work culture in our Winchester office. Our Mechanical Design Engineers benefit from diverse project exposure across various sectors, along with ample opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive team environment. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, we empower our employees to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a fulfilling career.
