Our people

Our people

All together different — We're independent, multi-disciplinary real estate technical experts, project managers, and sustainability consultants. We understand how buildings work and how they perform. Meet our team.

Derek Houston

Director, Head of FM Consultancy

Derek Houston

  • Over 15 years' experience, Derek leads our FM consultancy team and advises on M&E related surveys
  • Supports clients on the maintenance, operation and management of the M&E services within their properties.

Case Studies

APAM portfolio, North East and Scotland

FM Consultancy

APAM portfolio, North East and Scotland

FM Term Consultancy, including auditing, technical support, tender management, as well as plant replacement projects and feasibility studies on seven leading buildings. 

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Northwood Investors portfolio, Scotland and the South West

FM Consultancy

Northwood Investors portfolio, Scotland and the South West

FM Term Consultancy, including maintenance strategies, auditing, technical support, tender management, asset registers, energy efficiency.

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News & Insights

News 23 OCT 2025

Thrive in Construction Podcast: Comfort is Killing Progress ft. Andy Hay

Andy Hay joined the Thrive in Construction podcast, sharing why clarity, capability and courage - not comfort - drive progress in a fast-changing world.

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Insights 25 MAR 2024

FM consultancy: How the student accommodation sector can benefit

We explore the benefits of implementing a robust FM maintenance strategy, and how being proactive is worthwhile in the long run.

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Insights 25 MAR 2024

Why FM consultancy shouldn’t be overlooked

FM consultancy, or facilities management consultancy, is an important asset management tool, yet one which is frequently overlooked

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“I enjoy solving problems and being able to work with the variety of people I have the privilege of working with every day. I thrive in building long-term relationships, collaborating with clients and contractors. By integrating asset data, energy data and FM operational initiatives, there is a powerful platform for the facilities management industry to have a significant impact on energy and carbon reduction in real estate, and I look forward to continuing my role in that.”