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Our people aren’t just industry experts – they’re passionate professionals. With a track record of successfully delivering major construction projects, our diverse team is committed to excellence.

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Combining traditional consultancy with practical experience

We’re on a mission to rewrite the rules of construction consultancy. Here at Soben, we combine traditional quantity surveying with practical experience in commercial project management to provide you with the best possible care and outstanding service. We’re always thinking outside the box and crafting customised solutions to maximise our clients’ success.

That’s what we do. But it’s who we are that sets us apart. We’re a diverse team of professionals who consider our work a vocation, not just a job. That sense of purpose and affinity for what we do is what fuels our ambition, entrepreneurial spirit and drive to succeed.

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Our expertise

Looking for a reliable partner to help you increase certainty in your investments in the construction industry? Our expert team has experience on both the client and contracting sides of the industry, so we truly understand what it takes to help you increase your profits, manage your financial risks and reduce your operating costs.

Our team has a proven track record of delivering successful projects across multiple sectors, specialising in Data Centres, Life Sciences and major Infrastructure.

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Our story

All businesses start with a problem that needs solving. In 2011, our founder and CEO, Scott Smyth, noticed a gap in the market while working as a Quantity Surveyor for major contractors. He recognised the need for a consultancy firm combining practical project management expertise with experienced cost consultancy. Soben was created.

Since 2011, from our Glasgow headquarters, we have expanded across the globe. We now have over 250 professionals dedicated to providing exceptional service to clients on six continents.

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2011

Founded by
Scott Smyth

250+

Professionals
Providing excellent service

6

Continents Covered

Our mission and vision

Our aim at Soben has always been clear: to be a leading construction consultancy practice renowned for our practical commercial experience in delivering significant construction projects.

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Soben supports some of the world’s leading organisations, increasing certainty for their construction investments through cost, project, programme, and risk management consultancy.

We are committed to Shaping the Future with Integrity: making a positive impact on our communities through honesty, inclusivity, and purpose.

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Our values

At Soben, our values are not just words on paper but the foundation of our business and what it means to be a part of our team. They embody our spirit, our mission and our commitment to shaping the future with integrity.

We are Brave

By being brave, we challenge industry norms and strive to deliver something better for our clients. We are adaptable, resilient, innovative and dedicated to continuous improvement by embracing positive change.

We are Honest

We encourage open communication and transparency to build trust and credibility within our team, with our clients and with our suppliers. We believe in honesty, even if it means admitting areas we need to improve to achieve our client’s objectives. We always deliver on our promises.

We are Dynamic

We react fast and deliver creative and innovative solutions. Our team is committed to promptly addressing client needs with exceptional skill and unwavering quality standards. We’re not about hierarchy or red tape; we’re just 100% focused on delivering exceptional results.

We are Inclusive

We are a diverse team drawn together by an overriding passion for supporting our clients to achieve their objectives. We use our collective and diverse skills and experience to create a better future.

Working towards a more sustainable future

As a global business, it’s our responsibility to positively impact the areas where we operate. That’s why we’re committed to creating meaningful change that benefits society, the economy and the environment.

Our ‘Shaping Futures’ programme encourages our employees to get involved in projects that address important issues such as education, community development and environmental sustainability.

Careers at Soben

We’re always looking for talented people to join our team. If you’re an ambitious professional who wants the freedom to make a significant contribution to a growing business, we’d love to hear from you.

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