Russell Peters
Russell is a founding Board Director of Quartz and a Chartered Cost Consultant with over 30 years’ experience in the construction and property sector. Since co-founding the company in 2008, he has led the successful delivery of high-profile projects across the office, industrial, retail and residential markets. Russell specialises in project management and cost consultancy, with a focus on private commercial developments and large-scale schemes.
Steve Doughty
Steve is a Board Director and Chartered Cost Consultant with over 35 years’ industry experience. He is known for his in-depth knowledge of cost planning and commercial management, particularly within office, retail and residential projects. Steve takes an active role in leading complex schemes, ensuring consistent quality, cost efficiency and delivery throughout every stage of the project lifecycle.
Daniel Gillespie
Dan is a Board Director and Chartered Building Surveyor with more than 18 years in the construction industry. Originally training as a surveyor, he moved into project and commercial management, and now leads on large, multi-stakeholder schemes, ranging from strategic masterplans to new-build industrial developments. Dan excels in stakeholder engagement, programme coordination and aligning development strategies with client objectives.
Paddy Donaghy
Paddy is a Board Director and experienced Project Manager, with a focus on commercial and residential refurbishment. He specialises in repositioning and upgrading existing buildings to deliver high-quality, market-ready office spaces. With a hands-on, detail-oriented approach, Paddy is known for turning complex briefs into deliverable solutions that meet both client and tenant expectations.
Babak Erfani
Babak is a Board Director and Chartered Cost Consultant with over 15 years’ experience across the residential, commercial, education, hotel and student accommodation sectors. Beginning his career with a major contractor, he brings valuable insight into construction delivery from both sides of the table. Babak is particularly skilled in procurement, cost management and project close-out, consistently adding value through his technical expertise and collaborative approach.
Bill Arnold
Bill is a Board Director and Chartered Surveyor with 28 years’ experience leading high-value developments across residential, office, mixed-use, hotel and retail sectors. A trusted advisor to clients, he combines strong commercial insight with strategic project leadership. Bill continues to direct some of Quartz’s largest and most ambitious schemes while helping to shape the ongoing growth of the business.
Steve Ahern
Steve is a Director and Chartered Cost Consultant with more than 30 years’ experience spanning residential, commercial, hotel, retail, mixed-use and urban regeneration projects. He plays a key role in Quartz’s involvement in the alternatives investment sector, having led the delivery of schemes valued at over £290 million. Steve’s deep market knowledge has helped position Quartz as a trusted advisor in this growing area.
Paraic Whyte
Paraic is a Director of our Irish business and a Chartered Project Manager with over 15 years’ experience across residential, commercial and industrial sectors. Having worked in the UK, Australia and Ireland, he brings a global perspective to project delivery. Paraic is known for his strong leadership, client-focused approach and in-depth understanding of international project standards.
Adam Richardson
Adam is a Director and Chartered Cost Consultant based in our Manchester office. He has extensive experience across residential and mixed-use developments and is valued for his clear communication and collaborative working style. Adam plays a leading role in the successful delivery of projects across the North West, ensuring best value for clients at every stage.
Jessica Wortelhock
Jess is a Director and Senior Project Manager with over 13 years’ experience in the construction industry. With a background in design, site supervision and contract administration, she has delivered a wide range of projects varying in scale, complexity, and form of contract. Jess is known for her versatile skill set and hands-on leadership throughout all stages of project delivery.
Tim Robinson
Tim is a Director and Chartered Cost Consultant with 22 years’ experience in the property and construction sectors. He has led numerous high-profile consultancy appointments, delivering project management, cost consultancy and strategic advisory services. Tim is highly regarded for his attention to detail, commercial acumen and consistent delivery of complex projects on time and within budget.
Tom Herbert
Tom is a Director with over 24 years’ experience as a Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Senior Project Manager and PSDP. His portfolio includes government-funded developments, residential schemes, healthcare and homecare facilities, and mixed-use projects across office, retail and leisure sectors. Tom is known for his commitment to quality, compliance and client satisfaction, with strong expertise in GCCC.
Greg Dolan
Greg is a Project Director with over 20 years’ experience across the residential, commercial and industrial sectors. He brings specialist expertise in renewable energy, sustainability and building services engineering, offering clients forward-thinking solutions that align with modern performance and environmental standards.
Peter Williamson
Peter is a Project Director with over 20 years' experience delivering projects in the residential, commercial, retail, mixed-use and healthcare sectors. Known for his proactive leadership and client-focused mindset, Peter consistently drives projects forward with efficiency and attention to detail.
Richard Booth
Richard is a Project Director and MRICS-qualified Cost Consultant with 25 years’ cross-sector experience. In recent years, he has specialised in the industrial sector, taking on project management, employer’s agent and cost consultancy roles for one of the UK’s leading developers. Richard is valued for his commercial insight and structured project delivery.
Oliver Bass
Oliver is a Project Director and Chartered Cost Consultant with 9 years’ experience across multiple sectors. Over the past two and a half years, he has focused on public sector projects, delivering cost consultancy and employer’s agent services for net zero and Passivhaus affordable housing, as well as NHS healthcare facilities.
Robert Bliss
Robert is a Project Director with extensive experience leading construction and development projects across a range of sectors. He brings a practical, hands-on approach to project delivery, with a focus on quality, collaboration and achieving client objectives.
Ben Mackett
Ben is a Project Director with over 15 years’ experience in the UK and international construction markets. He leads complex refurbishment and new build projects from inception to completion, overseeing planning, design, commercial management, and delivery. Known for his proactive and resilient approach, Ben thrives on challenges and motivates teams to deliver high-quality outcomes on time and within budget.
Sam Edwards
Sam is a Project Director and Chartered Project Manager with over 10 years’ experience in the property development sector. With a background in both client-side consultancy and main contracting, Sam offers a well-rounded perspective and is adept at managing fast-paced, commercially driven schemes from concept to completion.
Ben Hulland
Ben is a Project Director and Chartered Cost Consultant with over 14 years’ experience. He is particularly experienced in the commercial office sector, with additional expertise in residential, industrial and infrastructure projects. Ben is known for his analytical approach and strong commercial management skills.
Murat Mullali
Murat is a Project Director and Chartered Building Surveyor with experience delivering residential, commercial and industrial projects across the UK. He brings a pragmatic and technically strong approach to project leadership, ensuring clear communication and practical solutions throughout the project lifecycle.
Riccardo Rizzi
Riccardo is a Project Director with more than 20 years’ experience advising a diverse client base including Derwent London, Crosstree, Harrods, Starbucks and Ford. He combines precision in cost control with a strong strategic vision and client-facing delivery, ensuring every project runs efficiently from inception to completion.
Adrian Walters
Adrian is a Project Director and Senior Project Manager with more than 25 years’ consultancy experience. He has delivered numerous fit-out and refurbishment projects, from small-scale upgrades to major commercial transformations. Adrian is recognised for his meticulous planning and ability to lead high-performing project teams.
David Cockbill
David is a Project Director and Chartered Quantity Surveyor with over 8 years’ experience in construction and development. He specialises in quantity surveying and project management, primarily acting as Employer’s Agent on residential schemes across both public and private sectors. David has also delivered cost management and traditional QS services on university and supermarket retail developments.
Alex Fulton
Alex is a Project Director with over 8 years’ experience in construction and consultancy. He has successfully delivered schemes in logistics, hotel and leisure, and most recently student accommodation. Alex is known for his structured approach and ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
Patrick Hanlon
Patrick is a Project Director, Chartered Building Surveyor and Project Manager with a broad portfolio of work across both public and private sectors. He is committed to delivering projects that meet the client’s vision, with a strong focus on communication, collaboration and delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.
Brian Barrett
Brian is a Project Director with over 38 years’ experience as a Project Manager, Employer’s Agent, Fund Monitor and Cost Consultant. He has worked extensively across both public and private sectors, delivering successful industrial, commercial, leisure, retail and residential developments with a strong emphasis on client satisfaction and quality delivery.
Richard Stewart
Richard is a Project Director and Chartered Cost Consultant with more than 20 years’ experience in construction and development. His portfolio spans a broad range of sectors including commercial, residential, science, higher education, heritage, logistics and museums. Richard brings depth of knowledge and strong leadership to complex projects.
Marina Ranger
Marina is an Operations Director with over 9 years’ experience in business support roles across the property, events and communications sectors. She specialises in streamlining processes, improving productivity and enabling sustainable growth. At Quartz, Marina oversees a broad range of business functions, including HR, internal communications and organisational support. She holds a Level 5 Diploma in HR and is an Associate Member of the CIPD.
Emily Peters
Emily is Quartz’s Finance Director, overseeing all financial operations and ensuring strong financial control across the business. With a background in economics and a sharp commercial focus, she plays a key role in managing budgets, maintaining financial accuracy, and supporting the wider operations of the company.
Helen Dewsnup
Helen is an Operations and Compliance Manager based in Quartz’s Manchester office. With experience across industries such as travel retail and healthcare, she has held roles in customer service, health and safety, and compliance. Helen brings a practical, well-rounded approach to business operations, supporting the team with a strong focus on quality, consistency and regulatory standards.
Gizem Dagli
Gizem is a Marketing and Bid Manager at Quartz, responsible for overseeing the end-to-end bid process to ensure timely, compliant and strategically aligned submissions. Alongside her bid work, she leads a variety of marketing initiatives, including the bi-annual company magazine, award submissions, internal communications and digital content across all platforms. APMP certified, Gizem combines strong bid management expertise with a creative approach to brand engagement.
Lucy Baker
Lucy is an Operations Manager, supporting teams across all departments to ensure smooth day-to-day operations. She plays a key role in driving internal efficiency, leads internal communications, and organises company events to foster collaboration and employee engagement across the business.
Liz Applebee
Liz is an Operations and Finance Manager and a CIMA-qualified accountant with broad experience across industries in both London and Sydney, including investment banking, research consultancy and software implementation. Over the past 15 years, her role has evolved to encompass wider operational responsibilities, giving her a strong understanding of business performance, strategic planning and organisational efficiency.
Zia Simpson
Zia is a Team Admin Assistant with two years’ experience supporting architectural and technical teams in fast-paced environments. With a background in Art & Design and Visual Communication Design, Zia brings a creative and strategic mindset to administrative coordination and office support.
Archie Bagnall
Archie is a Project Manager with over 16 years’ experience in the property industry. He has delivered projects across the commercial, residential and private office sectors, bringing a practical, client-focused approach to every stage of the development process.
Graham Moran
Graham is Head of Building Surveying and a Chartered Building Surveyor with over 15 years’ experience across the education, healthcare, logistics, residential, office and retail sectors. He specialises in contract administration, project management, dilapidations and neighbourly matters. A full member of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, Graham is known for his technical expertise and practical approach to project delivery.
Ony Nwimo
Ony is an Associate Director and Chartered Building Surveyor with experience across commercial, retail, leisure, defence, education and residential sectors. He delivers a range of core building surveying services, including contract administration, technical due diligence and project management. Ony is known for his detail-oriented approach and commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes for clients.
James Atkinson
James is an Associate Director and Chartered Building Surveyor with over 5 years’ experience in the commercial, logistics and education sectors. He specialises in technical due diligence, dilapidations, contract administration and project monitoring. James brings a proactive and commercially aware approach to each project, ensuring risks are managed and client expectations are met.
Esther Cann
Esther is a Chartered Building Surveyor with over 6 years’ experience. Her expertise includes Project Management, Development Monitoring, Dilapidations, and Technical Due Diligence across commercial, industrial, residential, retail and leisure sectors.
Katie Nordgreen
Katie is a Chartered Project Manager with 9 years’ experience across the residential, commercial and industrial sectors. She is skilled in assessing development opportunities during site acquisition and adept at managing evolving client requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
Simon Brereton
Simon is a Senior Chartered Cost Consultant and Project Manager based in our Manchester office. With over 30 years’ experience, he has led major residential schemes including student, PRS and senior living projects, along with hotels, FMCG and healthcare developments across the UK.
Alex Ngu
Alex is a Cost Consultant with 12 years’ experience delivering schemes ranging from £300,000 to £35 million. His portfolio includes offices, high-end retirement living, student accommodation, and industrial and residential developments.
Lee Fisher
Lee is a Chartered MRICS Project Manager with over 8 years' experience in the construction industry. He has delivered a wide variety of projects for global clients and holds both MSc and APMP qualifications, specialising in structured and efficient project delivery.
Alex Rawlings
Alex is a Project Manager with over 5 years’ experience and a background in civil engineering. He has worked on infrastructure, commercial and residential projects, bringing a technical, solutions-focused approach to every scheme.
Phoebe Shepherd
Phoebe is a Project Manager who supports the delivery of complex office refurbishment projects across London. She works closely with her senior team to ensure seamless coordination from concept to completion.
Joao Mestre
Joao is a Chartered Cost Consultant with over 30 years’ experience in construction and development. He brings extensive commercial knowledge and cost planning expertise to a wide range of projects, ensuring financial clarity and value at every stage of delivery.
Josh Watson
Josh is an Assistant Cost Consultant who transitioned into consultancy after 7 years working as a groundworker. His hands-on site knowledge gives him a practical edge in project cost management.
Sasha Senderowich
Sasha is an Assistant Cost Consultant working closely with the QS team on high-end retirement villages and residential schemes. She supports the delivery of projects with diligence and attention to detail.
Philip Attrill
Philip brings over 40 years’ experience in providing Cost Consultancy and Employer’s Agent services. He has worked across all construction sectors, from feasibility to final account, on new build, redevelopment and refurbishment projects.
John Maugham
John is a Project Manager with 10 years’ experience in the retail sector. Starting out in retail implementation, he moved into project delivery, leading programmes including new store openings, relocations, closures and fit-outs.
Luke Day
Luke is a Cost Consultant working towards RICS accreditation, with 4 years’ experience in residential, commercial, education and industrial projects.
Joe Walsh
Joe is a Project Manager focused on the student accommodation and hotel sectors. He brings an organised, hands-on approach to supporting project teams through all delivery stages.
John Tamilia
John is a Chartered Cost Consultant with over 25 years’ experience working in both consultancy and development organisations. He has delivered schemes in mixed-use, retail, BTR, student housing, office, and science & education sectors.
Thomas Quested
Tom is a Quantity Surveyor with 8 years’ experience, predominantly in the residential and commercial sectors. He has contributed to a range of complex projects including mixed-use developments and specialist works for the Bank of England, fulfilling both QS and Employer’s Agent roles.
Anthony D'Amico
Anthony is a Project Manager with 5 years’ experience in the construction industry. He has successfully delivered projects across various sectors, with a client-focused, adaptable approach.
James Stack
James is a Project Manager with 18 years’ experience in construction and property, including a decade in client-side project roles. With a background in main contracting and a portfolio of international projects, he brings a collaborative, pragmatic style to delivering high-end hospitality and leisure developments.
Oliver Healy
Oliver is a Chartered Building Surveyor and Project Manager with experience across a wide range of sectors. Formerly an Associate at a leading international consultancy, he provides project management, employer’s agent and contract administration services with a strong focus on client outcomes.
Ben McCormack
Ben is an Assistant Cost Consultant currently pursuing a Quantity Surveying degree through a Degree Apprenticeship. He is gaining practical experience across multiple sectors while working toward his professional qualification.
Paddy Lloyd-Jones
Paddy is a Project Manager with a track record of delivering public and private sector projects. With a particular focus on residential-led mixed-use developments, he leads projects from feasibility through to planning, procurement and construction.
Addison Holland
Addison is an Assistant Cost Consultant with project experience across the residential, commercial and industrial sectors. He supports project teams with cost planning, measurement and reporting.
Sam Griffin
Sam is an Assistant Project Manager with experience in the residential, commercial, education and industrial sectors. He is currently progressing towards professional accreditation and is involved in several active developments.
Zac Caldwell
Zac is an Assistant Cost Consultant undertaking his apprenticeship. He is actively involved in residential, commercial, education and industrial schemes, developing strong technical and commercial skills.
Harrison Smith-Malone
Harrison is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with over 15 years’ experience in education, hospitality, commercial, technology, and high-end residential sectors. With experience in the USA and Europe, he now focuses on data centre and critical infrastructure projects.
Thomas Wooding
Thomas is a Project Manager experienced in delivering large-scale industrial and leisure projects, as well as hotel redevelopments across the City of London and the Lake District. He is valued for his calm, methodical approach and strong leadership on site.
Daniel Ashcroft
Dan is a Cost Consultant with experience delivering private residential schemes, particularly within the retirement living sector. He manages projects from early planning through procurement and delivery, with expertise in both Traditional and MMC build methods.
Sam Kleinman
Sam is a Chartered Surveyor working as a Project Manager. With a strong background as a client-side Development Manager, he has led Build to Rent (BtR) and Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) schemes for both private and listed developers. Commercially astute and strategically focused, Sam is known for navigating complex developments and unlocking value through detailed planning and execution.
Laura Tracey
Laura is a Project Manager with a background as a qualified Architect. She specialises in managing complex developments and providing strategic property advice, with a strong emphasis on quality design and amenity. Laura combines on-site experience with design studio insight, and has worked closely with sustainability teams to support the creation of healthier, more liveable residential environments.
Brian Kennedy
Brian is a Project Manager with extensive international experience from both Ireland and Australia, with a proven track record on complex projects across all stages. He has deep knowledge of on-site coordination, subcontractor management (including client-direct packages such as IT, AV and security), and the analysis of contractor programmes.
Jonathan McNally
Jonathan is a Senior Quantity Surveyor with a well-rounded professional background and strong organisational, interpersonal and communication skills. He is responsible for cost control, subcontractor management and project tracking, ensuring that all schemes are delivered within budget and on schedule.
Chanpreet Sodhi
Chanpreet Sodhi is a Cost Consultant who works with clients to monitor budgets, optimise resources, and provide financial oversight to keep projects on track and cost-efficient.
Joe Swinson
Samuel Balogun
Samuel is a Chartered Cost Consultant with over six years’ experience working on a wide range of projects, including residential developments, student accommodation, and mixed-use schemes across the UK. With a strong background in cost management and project delivery, he works closely with stakeholders to provide accurate cost forecasting, risk analysis, and tailored financial strategies.
Edward Black
Edward Black is studying Construction Project Management at Oxford Brookes University. During his placement at Quartz, he is keen to broaden his knowledge, gain practical experience, and explore different professional roles within construction.
Layla Masters
Layla is a Cost Consultant with experience supporting projects across a range of sectors. She helps clients manage budgets effectively, control costs, and ensure financial efficiency throughout the project lifecycle.
