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Torridon Cost Consultancy is an RICS-regulated quantity surveying and construction cost consultancy based in Edinburgh, delivering independent commercial and construction cost advice on refurbishment, retrofit, fit-out and development projects across Scotland and the wider UK. We specialise in existing buildings and complex commercial schemes, with particular experience in office refurbishment, commercial office fit-out, building retrofit and decarbonisation, as well as the conversion and redevelopment of existing properties.

Our quantity surveying and cost consultancy services extend throughout the full project lifecycle, beginning with feasibility and option appraisal and continuing through design development, procurement, construction and final account. We provide feasibility cost estimates, cost planning, construction cost estimating, cost management and reporting, value engineering, procurement advice, tender strategy, tender documentation, tender analysis, contract administration, interim valuations, variation assessment and final account negotiations. We recognise that refurbishment and retrofit projects involve uncertainty, existing fabric and services, phasing, occupied environments and risks that may not be immediately evident. Working with clients, architects, project managers, engineers and contractors, we identify and manage these challenges while maintaining budgetary control. Our independent, straightforward and commercially focused approach provides experienced Director-level involvement and clear advice, helping clients achieve greater clarity, certainty and confidence.

Served areas
  • Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee, Perth, Stirling, Aberdeen, Inverness, Scottish Borders, Newcastle, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Bristol, London, Scotland, England
Business details
  • Year established: 2017
  • Employees: 5
  • Licensed
  • Insured
Highlights and features
  • RICS Regulated Firm
  • Quantity Surveying
  • Cost Consultancy
  • Construction Cost Consultancy
  • Construction Cost Management
  • Cost Planning
  • Feasibility Cost Estimates
  • Construction Cost Estimating
  • Budget Cost Estimates
  • Feasibility Studies & Option Appraisals
  • Value Engineering
  • Cost Reduction & Value Management
  • Procurement Advice
  • Procurement Strategy
  • Tender Documentation
  • Tender Management
  • Tender Analysis
  • Contract Administration
  • Interim Valuations
  • Variation Assessment
  • Final Account Negotiation
  • Cost Reporting
  • Construction Risk Management
  • Commercial Refurbishment
  • Office Refurbishment
  • Commercial Office Refurbishment
  • Office Fit-Out
  • Commercial Fit-Out
  • Building Retrofit
  • Commercial Building Retrofit
  • Office Retrofit
  • Decarbonisation & Retrofit Cost Advice
  • Existing Building Refurbishment
  • Occupied Building Refurbishment
  • Office-to-Hotel Conversion
  • Building Conversion & Repositioning
  • Refurbishment Cost Planning
  • Fit-Out Cost Planning
  • Retrofit Cost Planning
  • Commercial Property Cost Consultancy
Associations and certifications
  • Regulated by Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
  • Alcumus Safe Contractor
  • Member of British Council for Offices
Payment methods
  • Bank transfers
Services
Our cost consultancy service is founded on expertise and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Through our individual process and approach, we work to identify innovative ways of providing clarity, certainty, and confidence in your costs. By establishing greater assurance around costs, we help you concentrate on the priorities that matter most to your business.
Risk Management
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Our experienced team takes a strategic and proactive approach to managing risk, enabling us to address potential challenges effectively. We work to protect your project from unforeseen obstacles, helping to provide reassurance throughout its progress. With these risks carefully navigated, you can maintain your focus on the objectives you are seeking to achieve.
Other Services
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Our trusted partnerships enable us to support all aspects of your requirements. Where a Project Manager, Architect or Engineer is not already in place, we can help by connecting you with outstanding professionals from our network. Through this assistance, we can help you assemble an exceptional team dedicated to successfully delivering your vision.
People
David Shaw
David Shaw
Director
David Shaw MRICS is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Director of Torridon Cost Consultancy, specialising in commercial refurbishment, building retrofit and office fit-out projects. With more than 20 years experience in the construction industry, David has worked on major refurbishment, fit-out and reuse projects across Scotland and throughout the UK.

He has particular expertise in the commercial and cost challenges associated with existing buildings, helping clients establish realistic budgets, manage risk and maintain cost certainty from early feasibility through to completion.

David has contributed to the UK Green Building Councils work on commercial retrofit, helping develop industry guidance on cost and carbon implications of improving existing buildings. He is passionate about making retrofit a commercially viable first choice for clients and is known for providing straightforward, commercially focused advice that helps clients make informed and confident project decisions.
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Gordon Rogerson
Jun 10, 2026
David is a true team player whom beds into our teams culture adding that fiscal controlling comfort with great personality.