The RICS Podcast
The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Podcast brings together expert guests to discuss industry-shaping topics from the world of Chartered Surveying. Each Monday, a vibrant panel covers new rules of conduct, the future of quantity surveying, and the RICS global standard. Tune in to stay on top of the latest industry trends and changes while topping up your skills.
Episodes
Member profile: redeveloping the Jewry Wall Museum with Emily Thorpe-Jones MRICS #245
The Jewry Wall Museum plays a core role in Leicester’s history, and RICS member Emily Thorpe Jones MRICS has been the Project Manager on the it’s revamp since 2022. In this first member profile episode of The RICS Podcast, Emily speaks with Podcast Lead Kieran Dhunna Halliwell to share the complexities behind managing a major heritage conservation project, and the collaborative efforts required t
Member Profile: Thomas Haithwaite MRICS and Infrastructure in Peru #244
One of the widest-reaching impacts that can be seen from surveyors’ work is the sustainable growth of global infrastructure.In this episode of the RICS podcast, host Kieran Halliwell is joined by Tom Haithwaite, a surveyor whose work is transforming public infrastructure in Peru. Tom shares his experiences navigating cultural differences, implementing sustainable solutions, and the lasting impact
Dear Diary: What Should Be Included For Your APC with Steve Joel-Dicks FRICS, Alicia Styring MRICS and Adam Quinn #243
From the very start of enrollment to the APC, your APC Diary becomes one of the most vital tools in helping you document your progression. So what should the diary look like by the time you’re ready for assessment?In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Adam Quinn speaks with APC assessors Steve Joel-Dicks FRICS, and Alicia Styring MRICS, to share what makes a good APC Diary, what shows maturity and
What Federated Data Means for the Future of Surveying with James Garner FRICS and Ashley Stewart-Noble #242
Across the built environment, traditional centralised approaches to data management are being challenged by increasingly complex project teams, diverse data sources, and rising regulatory expectations around governance, transparency and accountability.In this episode of the RICS Podcast, Ashley Stewart‑Noble is joined by James Garner FRICS, Head of AI and Data at Gleeds, to demystify federated dat
How Surveyors Shape Public Life with Lynda Rawsthorne FRICS #241
Recorded live at UKREiiF in Leeds, this week’s special episode of The RICS podcast features Lynda Rawsthorne FRICS, UK Government Head of Property Profession and RICS Governing Council member, to explore how surveying underpins the delivery of critical public assets.Against a context of public spending scrutiny, rapid advances in AI & technology, and a growing skills gap, Lynda joins host Harr
Career Transitions: Becoming a Surveyor Later in Your Career with Lisa Cowie MRICS #240
Surveying careers do not always follow a linear path from school to university and into chartered practice - no two pathways are the same. In this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, host Kieran Halliwell speaks with Lisa Cowie MRICS, Associate Director at FG Burnett, about her journey into commercial property via a non-traditional route. Their conversation explores how life experience, transferab
Closing the Gender Pay Gap in Real Estate with Maria Wiedner MRICS, Manuela Galetto & Fuk Ying Tse #239
Despite sustained efforts to promote equality, the gender pay gap remains a persistent feature of the real estate and construction sectors, and headline figures alone rarely convey the full picture.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, host Maria Wiedner MRICS is joined by Dr. Manuela Galetto and Dr. Fuk Ying Tse, as we step behind the statistics to ask what’s really driving the differences in pay
Surveyors Leading SMEs: Resilience, Growth, and Influence with Jennifer Hobart MRICS, Dominic Doig FRICS, Zaman Sheikh AssocRICS and Sean Pearson AssocRICS #238
Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are an essential part of the built environment, providing opportunities for young professionals to enter the industry.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, industry leaders from the surveying and built environment sector share candid insights into the realities of running and growing small to medium enterprises (SMEs).Jennifer Hobart MRICS is joined by Dominic Doi
Understanding Transfer Slab Risks in Modern Building with Gary Strong FRICS, Patrick Hayes FIStructE, Trevor Rushton FRICS and Nick Knight MRICS #237
Reinforced concrete transfer slabs have become a frontline building safety concern, particularly in medium and high-rise mixed-use and residential schemes. In this episode of The RICS Podcast, host Gary Strong FRICS is joined by Patrick Hayes, Trevor Rushton FRICS and Nick Knight MRICS to unpack the emerging risks around reinforced concrete transfer slabs. They explore what transfer slabs are, why
From the archive: Rethinking Embodied Carbon as an Asset with James Fiske, Betsy Brady MRICS and Ioana Orzea #236
The MIPIM Challengers initiative creates space for the next generation of professionals to share fresh ideas and new perspectives, and this year’s winners include Betsy Brady and Ioana Orzea.Betsy & Ioana join James Fiske on this episode of The RICS Podcast to share their approach to rethinking embodied carbon as an asset, how we can educate others on driving sustainability in real estate, and
From the archive: George Clarke HonRICS in conversation with Emma Martin MRICS and Ayo Ajayi MRICS #235
George Clarke HonRICS is an architect, television presenter, campaigner and educator whose position allows him to bridge gaps between the built environment and those less acquainted with the construction industry.In this episode of The RICS Podcast (originally broadcast in December 2024), George joins Emma Martin MRICS and Ayo Ajayi MRICS as they discuss his passion for construction, the industry’
The Surveyor’s Role in the Energy Transition with Roger Esson MRICS, Amit Patel MRICS, Jenny Stanning and Stephen Thompson FRICS #234
In light of the renewed global energy crisis following the conflict in Iran, we’re re-releasing one of our most pertinent episodes. Originally recorded during a period of greater market stability, this discussion between Roger Esson MRICS, Amit Patel MRICS, Jenny Stanning and Stephen Thompson FRICS explores how the surveying profession can help drive the transition to cleaner, more sustainable ene
Changes to CPD: everything you need to know with Olga Turner Baker MRICS and Charles Golding MRICS #233
As RICS introduces the refreshed continuing professional development (CPD) framework effective from January 2026, it’s important to know what this means for day‑to‑day professional practice. In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Charles Golding MRICS is joined by Olga Turner Baker MRICS to set the scene for those changes, and explore how the new RICS Member App can help keep professionals up to spe
RICS Legal Landscapes: Passing Gateway 3 and maintaining the Golden Thread with Gary Strong FRICS, Graeme Manley MRICS and David Savage #232
This episode is part of RICS Legal Landscapes, a limited podcast series developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which is CPD-compliant and designed to support professional development across the surveying profession and the broader built environment.Gateway 3 is the final, mandatory checkpoint under the Building Safety Act 2022 for higher risk buildings (HRBs) in the UKThis episo
Ambition vs Reality: Funding, Planning and Capacity in UK Housing with Simon Rubinsohn & Tony Mulhall MRICS #231
Amid high housing costs and construction challenges, the UK Government's 1.5 million new homes target by July 2029 is an ambition impacted greatly by macroeconomics, planning reform, and a shifting market.In this episode of the RICS podcast, Tony Mulhall MRICS, senior specialist, land and resources at RICS is joined by Simon Rubinsohn, Chief Economist at RICS, to unpack the economics behind t
Human in the loop: RICS’ groundbreaking AI standard with James Garner FRICS, Nella Pang MRICS, and Chris Alder #230
The new RICS professional standard ‘Responsible use of artificial intelligence in surveying practice’ represents a pivotal shift in how professionals understand and use artificial intelligence in the surveying industry.Ahead of the standard coming into effect on 9 March 2026, Chris Alder, Senior Executive Officer for Standards and Regulation at RICS, is joined by Nella Pang MRICS, Managing Directo
Meet the guardians of our most beloved buildings. With Karen Gwilliams FRICS, Sam Wheeler MRICS, Joanne Williams MRICS & Jon Rowling #229
In this episode of the RICS Podcast, Jon Rowling is joined by conservation experts Karen Gwilliams FRICS, Joanne Williams MRICS, and Sam Wheeler MRICS to explore what it takes to safeguard the UK’s historic buildings. We find out about the rewarding projects in heritage surveying, the growing skills gap in traditional crafts and conservation surveying, and how technology & AI are changing the
What it means to be a surveyor observing Ramadan. With Tomi Ayede, Amir Latif MRICS and Gohar Nawaz #228
The month of Ramadan begins in February, observed by many professionals in the built environment and other corporate industries.In this episode of the RICS podcast, membership DEI manager Tomi Ayede is joined by Gohar Nawaz, land and development manager for Kandore Properties in Nottingham, and Amir Latif MRICS, portfolio manager at M Latif and Sons in Birmingham, to explore what it means to be a
What does the Renters Right Act mean for landlords and tenants? With Sharief Ibrahim, Adrian McClinton and Mairead Carroll #227
The Renters Rights Act 2025 brought with it a host of new considerations that will impact surveyors’ work in the very near future.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Mairead Carroll is joined by property litigation solicitor Adrian McClinton and CBRE executive director Sharief Ibrahim to unpack the real-world implications of the Renters Rights Act 2025 for landlords, tenants, and the build to ren
RICS Legal Landscapes: Navigating the complexities of natural capital with Kate Russell FRICS, Ben Sharples FRICS & Charles Cowap MRICS #226
This episode is part of RICS Legal Landscapes, a limited podcast series developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which is CPD-compliant and designed to support professional development across the surveying profession and the broader built environment.In this episode of the RICS Legal Landscapes CPD series of podcasts, host Charles Cowap MBA, MRICS, FAAV, FRAgS, PFIAgrM, CEnv is jo
What makes an RICS Award-winning project? Lessons from the redevelopment of Newcastle’s Stephenson Building with Saba Nayab FRICS, Simon Allen MRICS and Paul Bagust #225
RICS’ Project of the Year 2025 award went to the Stephenson Building at Newcastle University. It was a redevelopment that excelled in every criteria, resulting in a world-class engineering facility for teaching, research and industry partnerships.In this episode of the RICS podcast, Paul Bagust is joined by Simon Allen MRICS, who led the team working on the Stephenson Building , to find out how th
RICS Legal Landscapes: What you should know about the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 with Henrietta Hammonds FRICS, Vanessa Griffiths MRICS, Tracey Hartley MRICS, and Katie Cohen #224
This episode is part of RICS Legal Landscapes, a limited podcast series developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which is CPD-compliant and designed to support professional development across the surveying profession and the broader built environment.In this CPD-focused episode of the RICS Legal Landscapes podcast, Vanessa Griffiths MRICS is joined by Tracy Hartley MRICS, Henriett
RICS President Nick Maclean FRICS shares his aspirations for the profession in 2026 #223
Welcome to the first RICS Podcast of 2026 in which incoming President Nick Maclean FRICS shares his aspirations for the surveying profession in the coming year.He’s joined by hydrography expert Gordon Johnston MRICS, as Tara King hosts a conversation that delves into how RICS will be shaped under his leadership to serve the public interest through 2026 and beyond. They’ll outline RICS's plans
From the Archives: Valuing Freddie Mercury’s Auction with Ashley Stuart-Noble, Carey Wallace, Sarah Hodgson and Rachel Reilly #222
With more than 30,000 items and an original estimate between £7.6m and £11.3m, Freddie Mercury's auction at Sotheby's in London in 2023 exceeded expectations, fetching £39.9m in just over a week. In this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, we meet the three exceptional women who helped bring this sale to the public and asked them about the challenges in discovering, valuing and selling
RICS Legal Landscapes: Construction and Legal Change - ADR, Case Law and Practical Risk with Dave Hull MRICS, Guy Bolt MRICS & Kirsti Olson #221
This episode is part of RICS Legal Landscapes, a limited podcast series developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which is CPD-compliant and designed to support professional development across the surveying profession and the broader built environment.The role of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the construction industry is evolving, and recent case law shows how it’s being
The RICS Sustainability Report with Susanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICS, Alexandra Faciu MA MRICS & Kisa Zehra #220
Sustainability is, and will continue to be, a prevalent factor in the built environment; this year’s RICS Sustainability Report 2025 offers fresh insight into how the climate agenda is shaping practices across the world.In this insightful episode of the RICS Podcast, host Kisa Zehra is joined by leading experts Susanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICS and Alexandra Faciu MRICS to explore the latest findings
RICS Legal Landscapes: Building Safety & Gateway 2 – Legal and Regulatory Realities #219
This episode is part of RICS Legal Landscapes, a limited podcast series developed by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors which is CPD-compliant and designed to support professional development across the surveying profession and the broader built environment.Purpose & Learning OutcomesUnderstand Gateway 2's legal framework and how it alters the construction process.Recognise the
The Harris Debate 2025: Ethical Surveying During a Housing Crisis #218
Last week, we were delighted to host the return of the Harris Debate, this year asking the important questions about the surveyor’s duty of care during times of great housing demand.This episode of The RICS Podcast comes to you live from the event, moderated by Lord Bichard of Nailsworth KCB, and featuring a panel with Dr Wei Yang OBE, Faraz Baber FRICS, Charlotte Neal MRICS, Fiona Fletcher-Smith
Why Are You Proud to Be a Surveyor? with Morag Angus FRICS, Diana Massawa MRICS, Tim Kenny AssocRICS and Maarukh Abbas #217
There are a great number of reasons to take pride in being a surveyor, and much to do in order to make that pride accessible to all who wish to join the industry.This week on The RICS Podcast, we’re joined by Morag Angus FRICS, Diana Massawa MRICS, Tim Kenny AssocRICS and Maarukh Abbas, who take us through the most rewarding aspects of the profession, and the EDI work that could make entry into su
What Skills Should Be Nurtured for the Future of the Built Environment? with Kevin Keane FRICS, Jane Sykes MRICS and Babatunji Adegoke MRICS #216
The future of the built environment relies on us teaching the right skills to those currently aspiring to work in the profession.In this episode of the RICS Podcast, host Kevin Keane FRICS is joined by Jane Sykes MRICS and Babatunji Adegoke MRICS to explore the essential skills shaping the future of the surveying profession and the built environment. They’ll cover the dynamic between hard skills a
Surveying Insights: The History of the Profession with Professor Carl Chinn MBE and Suki Bell FRICS #215
Surveying is a rich profession with a long-spanning, illustrious history that stretches back to medieval times, and it’s a key area of focus for Professor Carl Chinn MBE.This special episode of The RICS Podcast delves into the roots of the profession, as Professor Chinn MBE shares with Suki Bell FRICS his findings on how surveying has evolved across generations, and the key figures who’ve influenc
How Do Surveying Students Find Work Experience with Norman Hutchinson FRICS, Fiona Stoddard MRICS, Danny Waters (candidate) and Toby Stewart (student) #214
Work experience forms a vital part of many aspiring surveyors’ early career, and this episode of The RICS Podcast focuses on how to find, and make the most of, work experience opportunities.Toby Stewart is a student member of RICS and student at the University of Aberdeen, and he’s joined by RICS candidate Danny Waters, and members Norman Hutchinson FRICS and Fiona Stoddard MRICS to discuss the sk
Surveyors Leading SMEs: Resilience, Growth, and Influence with Jennifer Hobart MRICS, Dominic Doig FRICS, Zaman Sheikh AssocRICS and Sean Pearson AssocRICS #213
Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) are an essential part of the built environment, providing opportunities for young professionals to enter the industry.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, industry leaders from the surveying and built environment sector share candid insights into the realities of running and growing small to medium enterprises (SMEs).Jennifer Hobart MRICS is joined by Dominic Doi
Going for FRICS: How Do You Know You're Ready? with Tammy Harrison-Round FRICS, Chris Smith FRICS and Jamie Collins MRICS #212
Fellowship represents not an end-state of the surveying profession, but a next phase of your journey - how do you know when it’s time to attain it?In this episode of the RICS Podcast, Tammy Harrison-Round FRICS guides a discussion with Chris Smith, who recently earned his FRICS designation, and Jamie Collins MRICS who’s currently preparing to undertake it.You'll learn their personal experienc
Member Profile: Thomas Haithwaite MRICS and Infrastructure in Peru #211
One of the widest-reaching impacts that can be seen from surveyors’ work is the sustainable growth of global infrastructure.In this episode of the RICS podcast, host Kieran Halliwell is joined by Tom Haithwaite, a surveyor whose work is transforming public infrastructure in Peru. Tom shares his experiences navigating cultural differences, implementing sustainable solutions, and the lasting impact
Supporting Men’s Mental Health in Construction with Mark McBride Wright, Scott Pearshouse MRICS and Tomi Laguda #210
Mental health and wellbeing is a key pillar in today’s world, and while it’s historically been more challenging for men in construction to be open, there’s more vital support now than ever before.Tomi Laguda leads a deep and honest discussion on The RICS Podcast this week with Scott Pearshouse MRICS, as he shares his own mental health journey in construction, and Mark McBride Wright, who shares es
Member Profile: Dorothy Natukunda MRICS and Uganda’s Standard Gauge Railway #209
Every infrastructure project requires the work of a surveyor, and when developing economies and public opportunity this role is akin to that of a ‘silent hero’.In this episode of the RICS Podcast, host Kieran Halliwell is joined by Dorothy Natukunda MRICS, Principal Government Valuer at Uganda’s Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development. This special member profile tracks her route into the
Dear Diary: What Should Be Included For Your APC with Steve Joel-Dicks FRICS, Alicia Styring MRICS and Adam Quinn #208
From the very start of enrollment to the APC, your APC Diary becomes one of the most vital tools in helping you document your progression. So what should the diary look like by the time you’re ready for assessment?In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Adam Quinn speaks with APC assessors Steve Joel-Dicks FRICS, and Alicia Styring MRICS, to share what makes a good APC Diary, what shows maturity and
Member Profile: Inoka Withana Gamage MRICS and the Central Interceptor Tunnel #207
New Zealand’s ‘Central Interceptor Tunnel’ project represents a huge step towards upgrading the territory’s infrastructure for decades to come.Central to its success is this week’s guest on The RICS Podcast, Dr Inoka Withana Gamage MRICS, Principal Contracts and Commercial Manager at Jacobs New Zealand.In this member profile, Inoka talks us through the delivery of such a major project, the importa
Transitioning from Education to Industry: What Are the Challenges? with Matthew Fedigan FRICS, Machel Bogues, Sybil Taunton and Lucy Day #206
The diverse future of our built environment industry relies on converting a broad university intake into an inclusive community of professionals.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Machel Bogues heads up a panel with Matthew Fedigan FRICS, Sybil Taunton and Lucy Day. With a breadth of experience and backgrounds, our guests weigh in on the barriers that need breaking for new, diverse talent to tra
Member profile: redeveloping the Jewry Wall Museum with Emily Thorpe-Jones MRICS #205
The Jewry Wall Museum plays a core role in Leicester’s history, and RICS member Emily Thorpe Jones MRICS has been the Project Manager on it’s revamp since 2022. In this member profile episode of The RICS Podcast, Emily speaks with Podcast Lead Kieran Dhunna Halliwell to share the complexities behind managing a major heritage conservation project, and the collaborative efforts required to balance
SME's Developing the Next Generation of Surveyors with Craig MacDonald FRICS, Jodie O'Connor MRICS, Marina Gerogieva MRICS and Callum Saville MRICS #204
SMEs play a key role in developing the next generation of surveyors for an ever-evolving industry, mentoring them and fostering a culture in which they grow.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, we hear from Craig MacDonald FRICS, Jodie O'Connor MRICS, Marina Gerogieva MRICS and Callum Saville MRICS, as they discuss strategies for bridging the skills gap, professional development, and how SMEs
DRS: Surveyors Using CAP in Contracts with Martin Burns and Jim McCluskey FRICS #203
The Conflict Avoidance Process is a fast-growing tool in resolving disputes while avoiding the costs of both arbitration and litigation, making it invaluable if used correctly.Two firm advocates heading up the Conflict Avoidance Coalition are RICS’ own Martin Burns, and Kier’s Jim McCluskey FRICS, who discuss how CAP provisions can be integrated into contracts to help shift towards more cooperativ
What’s Coming Soon on The RICS Podcast with Kieran Dhunna Halliwell #202
Welcome back to The RICS Podcast! We enjoy showcasing the work of RICS members on our episodes and in this special update we’re previewing what’s to come in the next few months.Kieran Dhunna Halliwell, the show’s Podcast Lead, shares a brief update on what we’ve published so far, and what’s happening behind the scenes as we prepare for more interviews, member profiles, and CPD-focused episodes.If
What makes a safe, inclusive work environment for LGBTQ+ professionals? with Sharon Slinger FRICS, Scott Wilkinson FRICS and Mark Bennett AssocRICS #201
The built environment and construction sectors should be a space for all to feel welcome and to belong, and with June being Pride month it’s an apt time to evaluate how that looks in the industry.In this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, Sharon Slinger FRICS is joined by Scott Wilkinson FRICS and Mark Bennett AssocRICS to discuss the current atmosphere for the LGBTQ+ community, and how we can wo
Surveyors and Their Favourite Projects with Florence Andrews MRICS, Vincent John Harney MRICS & Iona Lennon AssocRICS #200
Through impactful, engaging and fulfilling projects, surveying continues to provide an incredibly unique career path to those who consider themselves fortunate to be in the profession.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Florence Andrews MRICS hosts Vincent John Harney MRICS & Iona Lennon AssocRICS in sharing the experiences that make surveying such a joy, and how we can pass that enthusiasm o
Opportunities for equity: effective organisations with RICS Sybil Taunton & UKREiiF’s Nathan Spencer #199
The built environment industry will be more effective to all if diverse voices are included, which intensifies the very present need for greater equity and inclusion. But, what does this look like in practice? How can organisations contribute to cultivating a more inclusive industry? Nathan Spencer is Director at UKREiiF, and he joins RICS’ Sybil Taunton to discuss strategies for leading the indus
Surveyors: Character, Competency and Changing Demands with Craig Ross MRICS and Alexandra Faciu MRICS #198
The demands of a Chartered Surveyor now have evolved since the desired qualities of years past, both in terms of skills & competency, and a surveyor’s character.This week on The RICS Podcast, President of Alexandra Capital, Alexandra Faciu MRICS joins Craig Ross MRICS, who is Associate Director for Safety and Security at Diriyah Company. They dive into the assurance that competency provides to
The DNA of Cities with Professor Greg Clark, Dr Caitlin Morrissey and Peter Hogg FRICS #197
What makes a city is not just its construction, but the culture that thrives within it, and the two walk hand in hand with each other.This week on The RICS Podcast, Professor Greg Clark, Dr Caitlin Morrissey and Peter Hogg FRICS delve into what we mean by the ‘DNA’ of cities, what lies beneath it, and how the built environment complements what already exists.This episode of The RICS Podcast covers
Neuro-Divergence & The Assessment Process with Dan Knowles FRICS, Morwenna Slade MRICS and Jen Hobart MRICS #196
Neurodiverse professionals in the built environment face unique challenges in the journey to becoming chartered, but with more awareness comes an increasing level of support for such APC candidates.Dan Knowles FRICS hosts this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, where Morwenna Slade MRICS and Jennifer Hobart MRICS share their experiences with the assessment process as neurodivergent professionals.
A Day in the Life of a Surveyor with Emily Hayden MRICS, David Broschomb MRICS, Millie Mason MRICS and candidate Yusuf Javaid #195
The world of surveying is diverse, dynamic and engaging every day for the professionals who work within it - aspects which should appeal to the many talented young people looking to join the sector.This week’s episode of The RICS Podcast showcases the journeys, experiences and insights of four fantastic surveying professionals - David Broschomb MRICS, Millie Mason MRICS, Yusuf Javaid and Emily Hay
The Role of a Facilities Manager in Sustainable Building with Robin Leow FRICS & Greg Davison MRICS #194
The role of Facilities Managers has shifted in today’s market, which values people, planet and purpose in the provision of sustainable buildings.In this compelling episode of the RICS podcast, Greg Davison MRICS and Robin Leow FRICS dive into the critical role of Facilities Management (FM) in driving sustainable building practices, drawing upon global experiences. They’ll explore how to navigate s
The Surveyors’ Role in Supporting Urban Leadership in Cities with Professor Greg Clark, Tom Webber MRICS and Borane Gille #193
With a rapid growth of urbanisation in recent years around the world, the role of the surveyor is vital in ensuring we get a positive outcome from urbanisation.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Professor Greg Clark, Tom Webber MRICS and Bourane Gille discuss the surveyor’s impact on how urbanisation helps cities to grow positively, create opportunities, and last for decades to come.This episode
The Essential Role That Minerals Play in Society & the Built Environment with Barnaby Pilgrim FRICS, Matthew Cuthbert MRICS and Neil Hughes MRICS #192
If materials can’t be grown, then they need to be mined - the importance of the mineral sector in the built environment is absolutely essential, yet often overlooked.This week’s episode of The RICS Podcast highlights how we can raise the sector’s profile, and attract new professionals to mineral surveying, drawing upon the experiences of host Barnaby Pilgrim FRICS, and guests Matthew Cuthbert MRIC
Skills for the APC and Beyond with Kate Taylor FRICS, Annabel Huffer MRICS and Abdul Alimi MRICS #191
Skills are a critical part of the APC assessment, and continue to serve you throughout your career in surveying, but which skills are best to prioritise to succeed in today’s industry?This episode of The RICS Podcast features the fantastic insights of Kate Taylor FRICS, Annabel Huffer MRICS and Abdul Alimi MRICS, drawing on experiences from both sides of the assessment process.They’ll explore the
How Can Surveyors Navigate the Rise of Flex Space? with Christy Bowen MRICS, Mark Dixon and Will Kinnear MRICS #190
Flexible workspaces represent a growing need for surveyors to prepare for a wildly changing future of the commercial real estate market.So how can professionals adapt to the uptick in flexible space, and how does the data available to us today help us to understand and value this evolving sector?These questions are at the heart of this week’s episode of The RICS Podcast, as we dive into flex space
The Surveyor’s Role in the Energy Transition with Roger Esson MRICS, Amit Patel MRICS, Jenny Stanning and Stephen Thompson FRICS #189
The transition to greener energy sources is an ongoing endeavour, and the role that surveyors will play in that transition is a growing one in both importance and impact.Discussing this shift, this week The RICS Podcast welcomes Jenny Stanning, Stephen Thompson FRICS, Amit Patel MRICS and host Roger Esson MRICS to discuss the trends emerging in the energy sector, and their effects on the surveying
Regulated Professions: What Can We Learn From Each Other? with Demi Yianni MRICS, Kirsten Hald MRICS and Maria Wiedner MRICS #188
One of the fantastic elements to surveying is the number of routes into the profession. This week The RICS Podcast showcases three members who began their paths in other regulated professions before becoming surveyors themselves.Demi Yianni is joined this week by Kirsten Hald and Maria Wiedner to discuss their vastly different backgrounds, transferable skills, how they explain their roles to frien
Industry Challengers: Rethinking Embodied Carbon as an Asset with James Fiske, Betsy Brady MRICS and Ioana Orzea #187
The MIPIM Challengers initiative creates space for the next generation of professionals to share fresh ideas and new perspectives, and this year’s winners include Betsy Brady MRICS and Ioana Orzea.Betsy & Ioana join James Fiske on this episode of The RICS Podcast to share their approach to rethinking embodied carbon as an asset, how we can educate others on driving sustainability in real estat
Candidate Support: Calming Nerves Before the Final Assessment with Michelle Parkes MRICS #186
The final assessment can naturally set off nerves for many candidates preparing for their presentations, so this week’s RICS podcast is centred around calming nerves and preparing to perform at your peak. Offering perspectives from the candidate side and as an assessor herself, Michelle Parkes joins Ellie Sainsbury to share strategies to calm nerves ahead of your final assessment. If you would lik
How Do Regulators Engage with Consumers? with Nigel Clarke, Shannett Thompson and Chris Alder #185
Whether it’s communication with stakeholders or with the public, the importance of a regulator is key to how firms operate in the built environment.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Shannett Thompson (Kingsley Napley) and Chris Adler (RICS) join Nigel Clarke to explore the vital role of professional regulators, and how they interact with the regulated professions, with a particular focus on the
How the Surveying Industry Can Retain More Women in the Profession with David Hourihan FRICS, Kelly Canterford MRICS and Kevina Kakembo MRICS #184
There are incredible female voices at the forefront of surveying across the industry, but if we’re to see a more equitable industry, the issue of retaining talent is a vital one to solve.This essential episode of The RICS Podcast talks through some of the deep-rooted issues affecting DEI in surveying today, and we hear what initiatives might create a more inclusive environment for all as Kelly Can
Supporting Men’s Mental Health in Construction with Mark McBride Wright, Scott Pearshouse MRICS and Tomi Laguda #183
Mental health and wellbeing is a key pillar in today’s world, and while it’s historically been more challenging for men in construction to be open, there’s more vital support now than ever before.Tomi Laguda leads a deep and honest discussion on The RICS Podcast this week with Scott Pearshouse MRICS, as he shares his own mental health journey in construction, and Mark McBride Wright, who shares es
What Impacts Our Relationship with The Built Environment? featuring Nicholas Boys Smith & Olga Turner Baker MRICS #182
The quality of spaces relies strongly on how well they’re designed to serve human experiences, so in this episode of The RICS Podcast we explore the power of placemaking.Olga Turner Baker MRICS (Managing Director, Ekkist) hosts Nicholas Boys Smith (Chair of the Office for Place and Author & Director, Create Streets) whose passion for quality spaces and placemaking makes for a fascinating conve
Pay and Promotions in the Built Environment with Hilan Shah MRICS, Alice Graham MRICS and Adam Ledger #181
With the range of roles in the built environment, the opportunity for promotion into new roles is a key one for both financial incentive and job fulfilment.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Hilan Shah MRICS is joined by Alice Graham MRICS and Adam Ledger, a student member of RICS, to discuss how pay and promotions scale in the sector, and essential skills that have helped in their career progre
Why Use an RICS Surveyor with Corrinne McLeish FRICS, Majella Galvin MRICS & James Raven #180
There is a world of difference between a general surveyor and an RICS surveyor, but why should professionals become accredited with RICS, and why should the public use an RICS surveyor?In this episode of The RICS Podcast episode Majella Galvin MRICS is joined by Corrinne McLeish FRICS and James Raven, as they delve into the role and value of RICS surveyors, their values, and the rewarding, diverse
Surveying insights: The Role of an Appraiser with Alvah T Beander FRICS, Barden Prisant FRICS and Ergina Xydous MRICS #179
Art is a unique world in which valuation standards play a vital role for RICS professionals, and gives us insight into the role of an Appraiser.This week’s episode of The RICS Podcast explores the art industry with Alvah T Beander FRICS, Barden Prisant FRICS and Ergina Xydous MRICS, discussing the distinct roles of art historians, curators, authenticators, and appraisers, with stories of how they’
How SMEs Can Work With Apprentices with Lee Hatwell FRICS & Mike Cox #178
Small to Medium sized Enterprises are uniquely positioned to benefit from some of the greatest young talent in our industry, thanks to the increased numbers of apprentices looking to work in the built environment.In this episode, RICS Education & Accreditation Manager, Mike Cox, speaks with Lee Hatwell FRICS, Director at Munday + Cramer, as we explore the value that apprentices bring to smalle
Retrofitting, Futureproofing & Future Fit: How Do We Demystify and Start Doing with Emma Fletcher MRICS, Philip Brimley MRICS and Zaman Sheikh AssocRICS #177
With a growing emphasis on extending buildings’ lifecycles, the role of surveyors in retrofit and future fit projects is absolutely essential, both in ensuring a successful project, and in enhancing public understanding.This episode of The RICS Podcast features Emma Fletcher MRICS, Philip Brimley MRICS and Zaman Sheikh AssocRICS , as they focus on the important role that RICS professionals play in
The Role That Valuation Plays in Society with Nick Knight MRICS, John Clark & Paul Richards #176
The role of valuation may be well-known within the surveying profession, but the connection to the economy may not be so apparent to the wider public, despite its necessity to society as a whole.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, the Chair of the RICS Valuation PGP Nick Knight MRICS is joined by John Clark (Lloyds Banking Group) and Paul Richards (Association of Real Estate Funds) to discuss how
Surveying Insights: The History of the Profession with Professor Carl Chinn MBE and Suki Bell FRICS #175
Surveying is a rich profession with a long-spanning, illustrious history that stretches back to medieval times, and it’s a key area of focus for Professor Carl Chinn MBE.This special episode of The RICS Podcast delves into the roots of the profession, as Professor Chinn MBE shares with Suki Bell FRICS his findings on how surveying has evolved across generations, and the key figures who’ve influenc
How Do Surveying Students Find Work Experience with Norman Hutchison FRICS, Fiona Stoddard MRICS, Danny Waters (candidate) and Toby Stewart (student) #174
Work experience forms a vital part of many aspiring surveyors’ early career, and this episode of The RICS Podcast focuses on how to find, and make the most of, work experience opportunities.Toby Stewart is a student member of RICS and student at the University of Aberdeen, and he’s joined by RICS candidate Danny Waters, and members Norman Hutchison FRICS and Fiona Stoddard MRICS to discuss the ski
The Future of RICS with Justin Sullivan FRICS and Amanda Clack FRICS #173
Welcome to the 2025 opening episode of The RICS Podcast, where former RICS President Amanda Clack FRICS discusses the aspirations for the coming year with incoming President, Justin Sullivan FRICS.We hear what Justin hopes to prioritise over the course of his presidency, consider how the profession continues to evolve as it always has, and share how important every member of RICS is in bringing ab
RICS Professional Practice Update: Construction with Amit Patel MRICS, Steven Thompson and Marissa Stenning MRICS #172
In the final of our RICS professional practice updates, Amit Patel MRICS (Head of Professional Practice for Construction at RICS) leads an end of year update with Steven Thompson and Marissa Stenning MRICS (Associate Director, Turner & Townsend alinea), covering insightful topics and initiatives from the sector.They discuss developments within the RICS and across the surveying sector at large,
RICS Professional Practice Update: Land and Natural Resources with James Kavanagh MRICS, Tony Mulhall MRICS and Fiona Mannix #171
In the fourth of our RICS professional practice updates, James Kavanagh MRICS (Head of Professional Practice for Land and Natural Resources at RICS) leads an end of year update with Tony Mulhall MRICS and Fiona Mannix, covering insightful topics and initiatives from the sector.They discuss developments within the RICS and across the surveying sector at large, with a look at what members should be
RICS Professional Practice Update: Valuation and Investment with Ben Elder FRICS, Nigel Sellars FRICS, Charles Golding MRICS and Jonathan Fothergill MRICS #170
In the third of our RICS professional practice updates, Ben Elder FRICS (Head of Professional Practice for Valuation and Investment at RICS) provides an end of year update with Charles Golding MRICS, Jonathan Fothergill MRICS and Nigel Sellars FRICS covering all the latest news from the sector.They discuss developments within the RICS and across the valuation sector at large, with a look at what m
RICS Professional Practice Update: Building Surveying and Building Control with Gary Strong FRICS and Sam Piplica MRICS #169
In the second of our RICS professional practice updates, Gary Strong FRICS (Head of Professional Practice for Building Surveying and Building Control at RICS) provides an end of year update with Sam Piplica MRICS, covering insightful topics and initiatives from the sector.They discuss developments within the RICS and across the surveying sector at large, with a look at what members should be most
RICS Professional Practice Update: Property with Paul Bagust, Mairead Carroll, Nigel Sellars FRICS and Steve Lees MRICS #168
This podcast was recorded before the publication of the Written Ministerial Statement on Leasehold and Commonhold Reform. For an update on the proposals please see the RICS Leasehold Reform Hub.This week on The RICS Podcast, Paul Bagust (Head of Property Practice, RICS) leads an end of year update from the Property Team, covering insightful topics and initiatives from the sector.Paul is joined by
President’s Handover 2024 with Tina Paillet FRICS & Justin Sullivan FRICS #167
In this special episode of The RICS Podcast, 2024 President Tina Paillet joins President-Elect Justin Sullivan ahead of his 2025 presidency.Hear them discuss Tina’s takeaways from her term as President, Justin’s ambitions for his year in the role, and the role of RICS members in tackling the challenges faced today and maximising the opportunity of tomorrow.This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:S
Pay and Promotions in the Built Environment with Hilan Shah MRICS, Alice Graham MRICS and Adam Ledger #166
With the range of roles in the built environment, the opportunity for promotion into new roles is a key one for both financial incentive and job fulfilment.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Hilan Shah MRICS is joined by Alice Graham MRICS and Adam Ledger, a student member of RICS, to discuss how pay and promotions scale in the sector, and essential skills that have helped in their career progre
