About Us
We Are EthosEQ
As AI continues to advance, it is inevitable that many aspects of cost consultancy and quantity surveying — particularly data analysis, cost estimation, and some elements of project management — will become heavily AI-driven. However, the human and emotional aspects of consultancy, such as building trust, fostering relationships, navigating complex interpersonal dynamics, and providing personalised guidance, are areas where AI will struggle to fully replicate human expertise.
Our consultancy is about more than just raw data and algorithms. We understand and connect with clients, bring balance to teams, guide projects and develop our people with empathy and emotional insight. These qualities are inherently human.
Why EQ?
Music and Psychology are two of my passions. In music, EQ (Equalisation) is one of the most crucial tools in achieving balance. It allows you to enhance or reduce specific frequency ranges, ensuring each element sits perfectly in the mix. Mastering EQ is not about drastic changes but subtle enhancements and corrections that bring harmony and balance to the overall sound.
In Psychology, EQ is an abbreviation for Emotional Quotient: a measurement of a person’s emotional intelligence i.e. their ability to understand their own feelings and the feelings of others. For leadership positions, EQ accounts for 90 percent of success.
Colin Wood, Partner & Managing Director
Our Team
Colin Wood – Partner & Managing Director
Colin is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with over 25 years’ experience advising occupiers, landlords, and developers on workplace projects across EMEA.
Damien Clifford – Partner
Damien is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with over 20 years’ property and construction consultancy experience and is a Partner and Co-Owner of EthosEQ Construction Advisors.
Esha Purewal – Project Director
Esha brings a strong combination of commercial awareness, leadership capability, and a people-focused approach to project delivery.
Amelia Sowerby – Business Growth Executive
Amelia is responsible for driving business growth and supporting EthosEQ’s strategic development.
Thandeka Pambalipe – Assistant Cost Manager
Thandeka is a Quantity Surveying & Commercial Management graduate with a strong foundation in cost management, commercial strategy, and project delivery.
Core Values
Team First
We believe in collaborative, people-centred approaches that prioritise relationships and empower every stakeholder
Work Hard
Driven by energy and purpose, we bring dedication and creativity to every project, solving complex challenges with tenacity and skill
Be Kind
Guided by integrity and respect, we operate with kindness and honesty, building trust and credibility in every interaction
EthosEQ Support Little Village
Little Village are a London based baby bank (like a food bank, but for baby items). They support London based families with children under five who are living in poverty. They provide them with good quality pre – loved clothes, shoes, toys, books, beds, prams, bottles, as well as nappies, wipes and much more.
We may be small today, but we’re committed to growing in a way that lifts others as we climb. Our support of Little Village is a reflection of that – and we look forward to doing more as we grow.