Built environment consultancy, Ridge and Partners opens its first office in Newcastle city centre, growing its presence in the Northeast and increasing its footprint to 15 locations across the UK.
Based in The Spire on Pilgrim Street, the team of 12, including Surveyors, Project Managers, Engineers, and Health & Safety will continue to grow, supporting regeneration and development projects across the Northeast of England, including the £10 billion QTS data centre campus in Northumberland.
Paul Heron, Partner and Newcastle Office Lead, Ridge & Partners, said: “Newcastle was the natural choice for Ridge’s expansion into the Northeast, the city’s strong talent pool, supported by leading universities, positions it as an attractive hub for both clients and employees. There is real momentum right now with significant investment being made across the region, so opening here means Ridge can be closer to our clients and tap into everything the region has to offer. It’s all part of building a stronger presence across the North, bringing our expertise closer to where clients need it most.”
Founded in 1946, Ridge exists to create places that matter. It tackles the toughest property and construction challenges, unlocking value and building legacies that stand the test of time.
Aligned to Ridge’s multidiscipline approach, the Newcastle office will create opportunities across the board – from graduate and apprentice roles that bring fresh thinking, right through to senior professionals who can drive major projects forward.
Cllr Alex Hay, Deputy Leader of Newcastle City Council, said:
“I’m thrilled to welcome Ridge & Partners to Newcastle! The city’s built environment sector is having a real moment in the sun with the strong pipeline of development and regeneration activity across Newcastle and the wider North East.
“Ridge’s commitment to creating new graduate and apprenticeship roles will provide our young people with tangible and exciting career opportunities and raise aspirations for people from all backgrounds. I look forward to seeing Ridge & Partners’ team grow in the city.”
Ridge and Partners is being supported by inward investment agency, Invest Newcastle, part of NewcastleGateshead Initiative (NGI), to connect and grow in the city’s business ecosystem.
Alex Wright, Head of Business Engagement, NGI, said:
“It is great to work with the team at Ridge & Partners as they’re values truly align with the vision of the city. As an NGI partner we will continue to support them as they embed themselves in the region, making connections and exploring new opportunities.”
Find out more about Ridge: https://ridge.co.uk/
