Growing Consultancies 028: Small Business, Big Lessons | Ross Hamilton of Dome PM

In this episode, I sit down with Ross Hamilton of Dome PM.Dome are a growing small business in the Northeast, led by Ross and his business partner Andy, specialising in project management and cost management. This is a really honest conversation about building a consultancy the right way, learning as you go, and staying grounded through the ups and downs of growth.We discuss:- The early growth of Dome PM and how the business has evolved since launching in 2022- Why 2025 was a more challenging year, and how that has helped sharpen their focus for 2026 and beyond- The importance of recruitment, timing, and getting the right people into a growing business- Building a five-year plan to 2030 and what sustainable success looks like for a small consultancy- How Ross and Andy are thinking about systems, technology, and the future shape of the businessRoss is thoughtful, honest, and refreshingly open about what it really takes to grow a small consultancy. If you are building a business of your own, or thinking about it, there is a lot to take from this one.Subscribe for more conversations with consultancy founders and leaders, and let me know your biggest takeaway in the comments.Ross HamiltonDome PM#growingconsultancies #projectmanagement #costmanagement #constructionconsultancy #businessgrowth #leadership #builtenvironment #consultancylife #smallbusiness #entrepreneurship