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David Tonks

International Partner • United Kingdom

David Tonks - Birmingham
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David Tonks

International Partner • United Kingdom


About

David leads the Repurposing team, delivering strategic property consultancy and real estate transaction advice to a range of private sector clients.

With over 30 years of real estate experience he has advised occupiers and investors on property acquisitions and disposals, advised on landlord and tenant matters, advised on occupier strategy as well as investment and development across a range of sectors.  

David was previously Head of Cushman & Wakefield’s Birmingham office incorporating 260 full time employees serving clients across the full real estate cycle.

As client manager for a range of occupiers, investors and developers in both the private and public sector, David has provided strategic advice encompassing abroad range of development and investment projects and overseeing a range of professional services, covering various property types on both a freehold and leasehold basis.  

Clients

  • Legal & General
  • Aviva
  • Hammerson
  • Hines
  • Sterling Property Ventures
  • Gowling
  • Hogan Lovell
  • Eon
  • Uniper
  • RICS

Education

  • BSc 
  • MRICS

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A total of 21GW of data centre capacity across EMEA was operational, under construction, or in planning stages at the end of 2024 with operators increasingly looking beyond traditional powerhouse markets to meet demand, according to Cushman & Wakefield.

Richard Coleman • 05/02/2025

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New data from Cushman & Wakefield reveals that a growing number of European commercial real estate markets saw prime yields move inwards in Q4 2024, with 24 market sectors reporting an inward shift in Q4 2024, double the number in Q3, providing a clearer signal that Europe’s investment markets are on the road to recovery at the prime end of the market.  

Richard Coleman • 04/02/2025

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Richard Coleman • 17/01/2025

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SERVICES

Total Workplace

Total Workplace brings industry leading thought leadership, strategy and guidance to help clients implement innovative and consistent solutions through the use of tools, technologies and best practices.

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Integrated Portfolio Management

Our commercial property management services focus our Transaction Management, Portfolio Administration and Portfolio Strategy activity around our clients’ business challenges and priorities.

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Global Occupier Services
Future-proof your portfolio. Create inspiring on-site experiences. Unlock the potential of your real estate.
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Portfolio Services Centre (PSC)

Cushman & Wakefield’s global Portfolio Service Centres (PSC’s) are global, multi-disciplined, connected teams of real estate professionals that partner with on-site/in-market teams to deliver fully-integrated services to Cushman & Wakefield’s clients.

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Facilities Services

Our facilities management team leverages advanced technology and a consultancy-led approach to deliver integrated, cost-efficient services. We ensure seamless operations, enhancing performance for occupiers.

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Managing office, retail or industrial property to reduce costs, mitigate risk, and enhance value—while providing superior tenant service.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At the very heart of Cushman & Wakefield lies an unrelenting commitment to creating an inclusive culture that not only benefits employees but creates a positive community impact whilst championing industry change and celebrating the diversity of our people, our business and our clients.
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We offer comprehensive Valuation & Advisory Solutions for real estate assets, land, and machinery, serving owners, investors, and developers nationwide.
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Capital Markets

Our Capital Markets team in India delivers expert real estate investment strategies, offering services like investment planning, sourcing, analysis, negotiation, due diligence, and oversight.

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Agency Leasing
Our Agency Leasing services in India maximize rental returns, boost tenant retention, and optimize ROI with tailored solutions to accelerate property leasing, refine tenant mixes, and enhance rental profiles.
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Tenant Representation
Secure, expand, or optimize your office space with expert tenant representation. We provide tailored lease strategies, market insights, and negotiations to ensure the best terms for your business growth.
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National Industrial Advisory Group
An interconnected team that maximizes the value of your industrial investment opportunities.
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Access the latest quarterly commercial real estate results for the investment market nationally. MarketBeat reports analyse quarterly market activity including, supply, demand and pricing trends.
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Access the latest quarterly commercial real estate results for the UK office sector nationally. MarketBeat reports analyse quarterly market activity including, supply, demand and pricing trends.
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Access the latest quarterly commercial real estate results for the UK retail sector nationally. MarketBeat reports analyse quarterly market activity including, supply, demand and pricing trends.
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Access the latest quarterly commercial real estate results for the UK industrial sector nationally. MarketBeat reports analyse quarterly market activity including, supply, demand and pricing trends.
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Access the latest quarterly commercial real estate results for the London office market. MarketBeat reports analyse quarterly market activity including, supply, demand and pricing trends.
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Our Marketbeat reports provide quarterly commercial real estate market activity data covering supply, demand, and pricing trends. Explore our UK Marketbeat reports which cover office, life sciences, retail, industrial, investment, and specialist market sectors.
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