Head of Private Clients & Estates

Brawdia Building and Project Consultancy; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based property consultancy is looking for an experienced Director to lead and grow their Private Clients & Estates division. The ideal candidate will have a strong background as a Chartered Building Surveyor with experience in managing high-value projects and relationships with discerning clients. This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape new practices within a respected consultancy while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience advising private clients and property owners.
• Proven track record of winning and managing high-value instructions.
• Discreet and trusted by clients requiring confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a specialist team to deliver a best-in-class service.
• Shape and execute a business plan ensuring sustainable growth.
• Build relationships with high-net-worth individuals and family offices.
• Oversee contract administration and project management.

Skills

Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS / FRICS)

Excellent interpersonal skills

Commercial acumen

Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams

Job description

At Brawdia, we believe that exceptional property consultancy is built on trust, discretion, and technical mastery. With a respected reputation across the construction and surveying sector, we are now expanding our focus to grow our dedicated service for private clients, family offices, and estate owners who expect nothing less than absolute quality and confidentiality.

We are seeking an accomplished leader to establish and grow our Private Clients & Estates division — shaping a trusted service for discerning property owners, from prime urban residences and super-prime developments to heritage and landed estates across the UK and Ireland.

The Opportunity :

This is a rare chance to lead a new practice area at Director level, reporting directly to the Managing Director. You will set the strategic direction, cultivate long-term client relationships, and deliver a tailored service that reflects the highest professional standards. The role is responsible for business development and leadership as well as technical delivery. The business has a strong workstream of contract administration opportunities.

The Role :

• Lead and inspire a specialist team to deliver a truly personalised, best-in‑class service.
• Shape and execute the business plan, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability.
• Build trusted relationships with high‑net‑worth individuals, family offices, developers, and estate managers.
• Oversee a diverse portfolio with a strong bias to contract administration and project management, but also to include technical due diligence, reinstatement cost assessments and expert witness work.
• Provide authoritative advice on the stewardship and enhancement of prime, heritage, and high value properties.
• Represent Brawdia at client and industry events, reinforcing our reputation for quality and integrity.
• Encourage collaboration, innovation, and professional development within your team.

About You :

• Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS / FRICS).
• Extensive experience advising private clients and property owners on residential, mixed‑use, or heritage assets.
• Proven track record of winning and managing complex, high‑value instructions.
• Commercially astute, with excellent interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
• Confident leading multidisciplinary teams and managing senior‑level client relationships.
• Discreet, professional, and trusted by clients who expect absolute confidentiality.
• Strategic, motivated, and eager to build a market‑leading practice within an ambitious consultancy.

Why Join Us

This is more than a leadership role — it is an opportunity to shape a new division within a respected consultancy, backed by senior leadership commitment and investment. You will have the platform to build a practice that reflects your vision, supported by a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional excellence.