We take great care in finding and developing the right people to join our team and enable them to actively contribute to the direction and growth of the business.
We pride ourselves in our drive, passion, and ingenuity and we work hard to build and develop key relationships and understand our clients’ needs. All of our consultants are professionally qualified or working towards professional status through our mentoring programme and formal education.
If you are interested in contributing to our success and joining our growing team please contact [email protected].
Andrew Ogilvie
DirectorAndrew is the founding Director of Virtus Consult and a Chartered Quantity Surveyor with over 35 years' experience in the construction industry.
An experienced Project and Commercial Management professional, Andrew has led projects and programmes across a diverse range of sectors, from retail roll-outs and care facilities to major industrial developments, urban regeneration, commercial offices and even a nuclear fuel production facility.
Andrew remains actively involved in project delivery, combining commercial expertise with a practical, straightforward approach to resolving complex challenges. Alongside his client commitments, he leads the strategic development of Virtus, with a particular emphasis on building lasting client relationships, developing the team and embracing new ways of working.
Known for his (mostly) good humour and healthy appetite, Andrew continues to maintain an optimistic relationship with his gym membership.
Tim Hartle
DirectorTim is a Director of Virtus Consult with over 40 years' experience in Quantity Surveying, Project Management and Employer's Agent services, having worked in private practice, contracting and residential development.
He has extensive experience in the procurement and delivery of major construction projects, particularly within the care, residential, manufacturing and hospitality sectors. His understanding of both the client and contractor perspectives brings valuable commercial and practical insight to complex projects.
Tim also has considerable specialist experience advising insolvency practitioners and major accountancy firms on distressed construction projects, contractor insolvencies, contract termination, recovery strategies and the appointment of replacement contractors.
With a measured and pragmatic approach, Tim is particularly adept at navigating difficult contractual and commercial situations, protecting clients' interests and finding workable solutions to challenging problems.
Chris Howard
DirectorChris has spent his entire professional career with Virtus Consult, joining the business as a school leaver and progressing through the ranks to become a Director.
With almost 25 years' experience, Chris has developed extensive expertise in Quantity Surveying, Cost Management, Contract Administration and Employer's Agent services across a broad range of sectors, including healthcare, care, education, residential, commercial and industrial developments.
He has particular experience in the care sector, leading our later living new build development projects throughout England, Scotland and Wales, including extensive work for many blue chip care sector clients.
Chris also provides specialist advice on development monitoring, distressed construction projects and building-related insolvencies, and regularly undertaken Expert Witness work.
His detailed technical knowledge, commitment to clients and thorough approach to project delivery have made him an integral part of the Virtus management team.
Saqib Rashid
DirectorSaqib joined Virtus Consult in April 2014 and, having played a significant role in the development and growth of the business, was appointed to the Board of Directors in 2026.
An experienced Project and Commercial Management professional, Saqib has successfully managed projects and programmes for a wide range of clients, particularly within the retail and care sectors. His longstanding relationships with clients including Superdrug, The Perfume Shop and HC-One demonstrate his commitment to understanding their businesses and delivering practical, commercially focused solutions.
Saqib combines a hands-on approach to project delivery with strong commercial awareness and an ability to build lasting relationships with clients, consultants and contractors. His professionalism, enthusiasm and willingness to go the extra mile have made him an invaluable member of the Virtus team.
As a Director, Saqib continues to lead projects for key clients whilst taking an increasingly active role in business development, mentoring younger colleagues and helping to shape the future direction of Virtus Consult.
Known for his boundless energy, entrepreneurial spirit and determination to get things done, Saqib brings enthusiasm and ambition to everything he undertakes.