Strategic business advisory

Real estate built to make an impact

Our Strategic Business Advisory team blends experience from strategy, finance, consulting, and real estate to help organisations get real results. Whether it’s aligning property with business goals, improving the workplace, cutting costs, or delivering major projects, we tailor our approach to what matters most to you.

We work closely with clients across corporate, mid-cap, and public sectors, offering practical advice, clear decision-making support, and a collaborative style that builds trust. By working side-by-side with your team, we help build internal capability and deliver lasting impact - long after the project ends.

What can we offer?

Optimising your locations, real estate function, and programmes to deliver transformation and commercial excellence - driving results that make a real impact.

Location strategy

We provide end-to-end SPV and financial management services, supporting clients through complex infrastructure projects and helping maximise asset performance. With broad experience across UK infrastructure, we manage assets throughout their lifecycle, combining technical, engineering, and financial expertise. Our services include SPV and financial management, lifecycle modelling, and company secretarial and director support.

Infrastructure development

We manage infrastructure development projects for landowners, investors, developers, and occupiers across public and private sectors. Our team supports every stage - from planning and funding to delivery and compliance. Services include contract administration, programme and cost management, compliance monitoring, landlord and tenant coordination, finance and funding, partnership structuring, design development, and procurement.

Real estate transformation

We deliver real estate transformation programmes that drive lasting change. Combining strategic advisory, programme management, and commercial expertise, we help streamline operations, manage risk, and build internal commitment. Trusted by clients in over 50+ locations in EMEA and Asia, we bring clarity and control to complex projects - ensuring outcomes are robust, cost-effective, and built for the future.

Strategic insight & expertise

Our full-lifecycle approach helps clients manage risk, stay on schedule, and get the best value from their investment. We advise on land assembly, planning, design, and delivery, ensuring smooth progress and strong outcomes. By working collaboratively with contractors and stakeholders, we reduce friction and deliver reliable results across each project including transport, education, health, and emergency services.

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Are you a building owner?

Here are some of the ways our strategic advisory experts can support you:

  • Expert support & management of asset repositioning & redevelopment.
  • Build robust, data-led business cases for investment or divestment.
  • Contract reviews and due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
  • Improved governance and reporting across my property portfolio.
  • Expert guidance on navigating the HMT Green Book & Business Case process.

    • Contact us today to find out more.

    Are you an occupier?

    Here's what our strategic advisory experts can help you to achieve:

  • Greater performance across all aspects of your property portfolio.
  • A future-proof real estate strategy aligned with your business goals.
  • Optimised office locations that boost employee wellbeing & productivity.
  • Seamless HQ relocations and post-move integration.
  • Reduced costs based on expert diagnostics and a data-led approach.

    • Connect with one of our specialists today.

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    "We help clients unlock their strategic potential, aligning real estate with broader business goals to drive performance, resilience, and long-term value. By embedding ourselves within your team, we don’t just deliver solutions, we build capability and leave a legacy of smarter decision-making."

    Connect with Jo Davis
    Principal & Managing Director, Place

    Jo Davis

    Connect with our strategic business advisory team today

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