Compass is an innovative
building consultancy with traditional values and modern working practices.
Expert Direction For Your Property Decisions
People, processes, and standards are at the heart of everything we do.
Trusted by some of the UK’s largest companies, we provide expert advice on built assets and investments. As a multi-disciplinary Building Consultancy regulated by RICS, Compass delivers Project Management and Building Surveying services across all sectors.
Independent and entrepreneurial, we are dedicated to providing specialist property advice with precision and excellence. Our passion lies in delivering a responsive, dynamic service, built on a deep understanding of our clients’ commercial needs.
Build a better future for your company
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Achieve great success with our expertise
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Trusted by over 10,000 clients and agencies
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Take control and learn about your finances
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The Management Team

Aidan Sutcliffe
Director - Project Management
Aidan joined Compass in 2018 having previously worked alongside Daniel at Hollis. Aidan oversees the Project Management arm of the business and has experience delivering projects across all sectors. Outside of work Aidan enjoys socialising, DIY, keeping fit, walking the family dog and watching sport.
Email: aidan.sutcliffe@compassbc.co.uk

Daniel Leaf
Director - Building Surveying
Compass was founded by Daniel in 2017 after a decade at a leading national building consultancy, where he held a senior role.
A highly experienced Chartered Building Surveyor, he specialises in dilapidations and technical due diligence.
While leading and evolving a modern, forward-thinking building consultancy takes up most of his time, Daniel enjoys unwinding on the golf course, socialising, watching sports, and exploring the stunning North Yorkshire countryside with his two Labradors.
Email: daniel.leaf@compassbc.co.uk

Joe Unwin
Senior Building Surveyor
Joe joined the Compass team in 2022 from a national building consultancy, bringing a wealth of technical knowledge and expertise in Project Management, Contract Administration and Technical Due Diligence. Joe’s experience, alongside exceptionally high standards of client care, has significantly bolstered the project team at Compass.
Outside of work Joe enjoys playing golf, countryside walks with his dog, and running. He is also a keen chef and enjoys sampling the culinary delights of Yorkshires finest restaurants.
Email: joe.unwin@compassbc.co.uk

Sarah Murch
Business Manager
Sarah is fundamental to the smooth running of the business. Standards, HR, regulation and compliance are pivotal to our operation and Sarah is responsible for developing and implementing procedures and quality controls. Sarah is also responsible for our marketing and business development strategies which tie to our desire for organic and sustainable growth.
Outside of work, Sarah aims to maintain standards at home too! With 3 kids, 1 dog and a husband to manage, something has got to give. Sarah enjoys socialising, family life and outdoor pursuits.
Email: sarah.murch@compassbc.co.uk
Forward thinking
Property investment and ownership have become increasingly uncertain over the past decade. In an AI-driven future, expert guidance and a forward-thinking approach will be crucial to future-proofing investments.
Understanding the options and potential of property assets is key to developing a resilient strategy.
Partnering with a consultancy that embraces adaptability, modernisation, and sustainability is no longer a preference—it’s a necessity.
With a network of offices, we provide tailored property advice to owners, investors, landlords, and tenants nationwide.
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Our Services
Building Surveys
A Building Survey provides a detailed report based on an examination of the structure and condition of a property.
Dilapidations
Landlords and Tenants should obtain proactive advice, planning rights and liabilities carefully as leases approach expiry.
Project Management
A skilled Project Manager leads projects from brief to completion, managing resources and responsibilities effectively.
Party Wall
Compass provides expert Party Wall advice to building and adjoining owners when notifiable party wall work is planned.
Planned Maintenance
Maintenance not only helps to protect the condition and value of a property but also helps to mitigate liabilities at lease end.
Pre-acquisition Reports
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Technical Due Diligence
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Principal Designer/CDM
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