Our People

Launching his career with Currie & Brown, Joshua gained experience in cost verification exercises for HS2 enabling works, cost planning, and NEC contract administration. 

Since joining Stace, he’s managed numerous residential and commercial office refurbishments, for clients including British Land, the Cadogan Estate, and The Portman Estate, and gets a reward from feeling he’s added value for clients, going the extra mile when he can.

Now working towards his RICS chartership, Joshua has several other qualifications already under his belt, having completed his Surveying Technician Diploma, passed the AssocRICS assessment as part of his Surveying Technician Level 3 Apprenticeship, and graduated with First Class Honours in Quantity Surveying from UCEM.

In his spare time, Joshua enjoys travelling – visiting new places and experiencing different cultures – whenever he can.

Thomas joined Stace in 2023 as an apprentice studying for his BSc degree in Quantity Surveying.

Since joining, he has worked on schemes for clients such as Arch Co, The FA, Telford Homes, Kilchoan Estate Company and Knoydart Limited.

His key responsibilities include cost planning, take off and measurements, and assisting with work experience students.

Thomas is very sporty and describes rugby, golf and football as his favourite sports. He previously trialled for Saracens Rugby Club and was an academy player.

With over 30 years’ experience under his belt, Dan has comprehensive experience across most practices and sectors of the construction industry.

Having joined Stace in 2021, Dan specialises in contract administration, employer’s agent, dilapidations, building surveys, and party wall matters. Dan has a particular interest and passion for conservation and heritage buildings.

Away from the office, Dan can be found spending time with family. He also loves rugby, running, and swimming, and has completed several Iron Man triathlons.

An equity partner since 2018, Simon joined Stace in 2010, having held senior Project Management positions at F&C (now Columbia Threadneedle) and Hammerson.

With clients including the British Museum, Legal & General, Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust, and Tellon Capital among many others, Simon works across various sectors including Heritage, Build to Rent, Purpose Built Student Accommodation, Later-Living, Offices, hospital redevelopment, and TV/Film Studios. Simon’s background in Development Management means the roles under his leadership often have a quasi-DM element.

One of the senior partners in the London PM team, Simon is also the lead partner with the Marketing and New Business Group. 

Simon is one of the Founders of West London Free school - voted best secondary school in London by the Times in 2024. Simon's other passions are his family and rugby, he’s often found on the sidelines of Ealing Trailfinders watching his Son play, or at Harlequins.

After graduating with a BSc in Building Surveying, James transitioned into a career in quantity surveying, inspired by a summer placement at a fit-out company in London.

He joined Stace in 2006 and has since worked on a wide range of exciting projects, with notable clients including the F.A., Silverstone Circuits, Tottenham Hotspur FC, Chelsea FC, Crystal Palace FC, and Cambridge United FC.

James’s expertise spans sports & leisure, commercial, and hotel projects. He is also an active member of the Stace sports sector working group.

In his spare time, James enjoys travelling and fishing.

Jacob began his career as a Trainee Quantity Surveyor in 2019, while simultaneously studying for his Quantity Surveying degree at Anglia Ruskin University. After graduating in 2024, he joined the Stace Cambridge team as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor.

Throughout his career, Jacob has worked with a range of clients including Immunocore Ltd, Waldersey Farms, RLAM, LSEC, and the National Trust. He is currently working towards sitting his APC and continues to build his experience across diverse sectors.

Away from the office, Jacob enjoys following Formula 1 and staying active through golf and badminton.

Joey joined Stace at just 18 years old and has grown with the business ever since. He began his career as a trainee quantity surveyor, progressed to graduate surveyor, and after successfully achieving his RICS accreditation, became a Chartered Surveyor.

Driven by a passion for delivering projects and collaborating closely with clients, Joey transitioned into Project Management. His commitment and leadership led to his appointment as a Partner within the Project Management division, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-profile retail projects for clients including Tesco, The Co-op Group, and Marks & Spencer.

With over 20 years of industry experience, Joey heads the Leeds office and jointly leads the retail sector group.

In his free time, Joey enjoys spending quality time with his daughters. He’s also an outdoor enthusiast, with a love for skiing, mountain biking, and beach getaways.

After studying Quantity Surveying at Newcastle, Steve began his career with a brief stint at major contractor Balfour Beatty before joining Stace.

He has been with the business for over 25 years, became a Chartered Surveyor in 2004, and now serves as a Senior Associate Quantity Surveyor.

Steve has worked across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, healthcare, and education, supporting clients from the public sector and blue-chip companies to individual private clients. For the past 20 years, he has specialised in the construction of bespoke, super-prime residential projects at Stace.

Outside of work, Steve enjoys travelling and spending time with his family. At weekends, you’ll usually find him walking his Border Collie and Shepherd Crosses – who are many things but not couch potatoes! He’s also tackling DIY projects in his new house, with varying degrees of success.

Tara has worked in the industry for 12 years, beginning her career client-side before transitioning into consultancy a decade ago. Her portfolio includes high-profile projects such as the Mandarin Oriental Knightsbridge, Dinner by Heston Blumenthal, Bar Boulud, Admiralty Arch, Pocket Living, Arnold House, and Camden Town Hall.

She joined Stace in 2022 and has since enjoyed working across projects with Qualis Living and Rangeford Villages. Tara thrives on delivering diverse projects and being part of a collaborative environment—working toward shared goals, continuously learning from others, and celebrating the success of each project.

When not immersed in work, Tara loves spending time with her family. Together, they enjoy exploring new landscapes across the UK and Ireland, embracing the beauty of nature whenever they can.

She is also passionate about volunteering in community gardening initiatives and animal charities, and expresses her creative side through drawing, writing, and art.

Calum holds a degree in Quantity Surveying and has over 14 years of experience in the construction industry. He began his career in Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) cost management, working with both consultancies and subcontractors.

Since joining Stace in 2016, Calum has worked across a diverse range of sectors including education, healthcare, culture and heritage, and life sciences. His current client portfolio includes London South East Colleges, the City of London, Johnson Matthey, and Immunocore.

Calum particularly enjoys the challenge of complex M&E projects and values close collaboration with professional teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Beyond his professional role, Calum helps organise the annual Contractors vs Consultants (CvC) Rugby and Hockey event in Cambridge. Since its inception in, the event has raised over £60,000 for charity.

Outside of work, Calum is a keen long-distance walker and has completed several major routes, including the National Three Peaks, Yorkshire Three Peaks, and the Great Glen Way.

Michael has a varied career history. Before joining Stace in 2025, he had previously worked in politics, theatre, higher education, and spent over fourteen years as a communications and business development professional for three architecture studios.

Now Bid Co-ordinator, Michael plays a key role in securing new opportunities for the business. His work involves writing bids, supporting client engagement and helping Stace to grow. He particularly enjoys working with new clients and contributing to the business’s strategic development.

A graduate of the University of Oxford, Michael has a degree in English Language & Literature and a Masters in English (1780-1900).

Outside of work, Michael remains active in the theatre and is a trustee of performing arts collective, Polyphonic.

Andy initially trained as an architect before transitioning into building surveying. In 2017, he joined the award-winning architectural practice Carless and Adams Ltd, gaining experience across architecture, building surveying, and party wall matters. His interest in party wall services deepened in 2019 when he launched his own business, focusing on residential party wall issues for clients of architectural firms.

Since joining Stace in 2021, Andy has worked on a variety of building surveying and party wall projects, collaborating with clients such as Maclaren Property Limited, the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, and Tesco.

In his personal time, Andy enjoys traveling, attending concerts, and collecting records. He has visited Japan nine times, with Osaka and Hiroshima standing out as personal favourites among its vibrant cities. Andy is also a practicing Buddhist and a member of SGI-UK, a Buddhist organisation dedicated to peace, culture, and education.

Hannah has worked in the construction industry for over 10 years, beginning her career through a Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship. While studying, she achieved BTEC, HNC, and HND qualifications in Construction & the Built Environment, and later graduated with a BSc in Quantity Surveying in May 2021.

Later that year, she joined Stace and has since worked across a variety of sectors with clients including the National Trust, Royal Mail, Watford Council, London Borough of Enfield, and Havering London Borough Council.

Having started out as an apprentice herself, Hannah is deeply passionate about mentoring apprentices and supporting younger team members. She understands how vital that encouragement is to professional development and is committed to helping others grow within the business.

When she’s not immersed in project work, Hannah’s world revolves around her cockerpoo, Mabel. She enjoys long walks, exploring new destinations, and spending quality time with her family. She’s also a talented baker who loves experimenting with new recipes and creative designs.