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Property consultancy snaps up counterpart to create 700-strong group

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Ridge and Partners (Ridge), the real estate and construction consultancy with offices in Birmingham, has acquired Projex Building Solutions, a multi-service equivalent.

Phil Tomalin and Nick Keaney are now Ridge partners and will support the integration of the two companies. The move brings 36 employees to Ridge – 23 in Leeds and 13 in Birmingham, who will be renamed Ridge. The total workforce at Ridge will grow to more than 700 people in its twelve offices.

Adrian O’Hickey, Senior Partner at Ridge, said: “This is a great fit for Ridge in terms of our continued growth – we are expanding our skills and expertise as we reach the landmark 700 brand during our 75th anniversary this year Reach employees. The culture and the added value approach of Projex complement the Ridge brand and I look forward to developing a successful future together. “

Nick Keaney, Co-Managing Director of Projex added, “The Ridge brand, culture and strategy offer a bright future for our skilled and experienced employees. As with Ridge, much of our work is repeat business, which demonstrates the attention to detail and proactive approach we offer on every project.

Founded in Oxford in 1946, Ridge is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year.