Accessibility & inclusion are among the fastest moving areas of development, and since 78% of disabilities are acquired in adult life, it’s an issue that’ll affect many of us even beyond our current awareness. The built environment plays a huge role in creating an accessible and inclusive world, and joining us on this week’s World Built Environment Forum podcast to discuss this pressing topic are Jean Hewitt (Senior Consultant in Inclusive Design at Buro Happold), Sharon Slinger (Owner of Co...
Nov 28, 2022•34 min•Ep. 49
Rights of light can be an area of particular complexity when dealing with developments in a commercial or a residential dispute, requiring specialist knowledge and experience to tackle. Rounding out the run of episodes focusing on neighbourly matters, we hear from Dr Peter Defoe and Andrew Thompson about the several factors that contribute to rights of light issues, how to mitigate these issues before they arise, and advice on gaining experience within this exciting and evolving field. This epis...
Nov 21, 2022•43 min•Ep. 48
In this episode of the Modus podcast Building the Future, we've brought together two rising stars based in San Francisco and New York to discuss the issues affecting their work in the built environment. Ali Sims AssocRICS and Julia Chesher MRICS discuss the varied career paths available to those in the built environment, the value to your clients of being chartered, and the important of a strong company culture. The podcast is hosted by Alexandra Faciu MRICS who sits on the RICS Americas regiona...
Nov 14, 2022•37 min•Ep. 47
Boundaries can become a point of contention between even the most amicable of neighbours, proving to be a difficult subject both technically and holistically, and resolving these disputes can be incredibly rewarding. This week’s RICS Podcast guest Julia Stolle is an expert in the area of boundaries and evaluative mediation, sharing her experience as Co-chair of the Boundaries Expert Working Group. We hear from Julia about why boundary disputes commonly arise, a surveyor’s role in resolving them,...
Nov 14, 2022•46 min•Ep. 46
Party walls are a complex area within which there are many urban myths, and the need for surveyors with knowledge, skills and experience in the area is paramount. In the first of three episodes of The RICS Podcast covering neighbourly matters, Andrew Thompson and Michael Cooper join host James Kavanagh to discuss the Party Wall etc Act, when it’s triggered, implications for surveyors & clients, and advice for surveyors wishing to learn more about party walls. This episode of The RICS Podcast...
Nov 07, 2022•52 min•Ep. 45
The built environment, infrastructure, leadership, governance and investors will all invariably play a role in creating good urbanisation for the planet of cities we’re likely to see develop. Given the emerging importance of decarbonisation and social cohesion in cities, it’s a prime time for the return of The Planet of Cities, Professor Greg Clark’s column on the future of our cities and the people within them. In this week’s World Built Environment Forum podcast, Greg joins Kay Pitman to discu...
Oct 31, 2022•42 min•Ep. 44
Real estate is a sector which drives much of our lives, and although most will appreciate the end product, they’ll do so without a clue what goes behind the built environment. Susan Freeman is a Partner at Mishcon de Reya, and as host of the Propertyshe Podcast has her finger on the pulse of the evolving real estate industry. We hear Susan’s insightful take on how we can share the stories that are often overlooked, the sustainability element driving decisions, and the role of PropTech in the sec...
Oct 24, 2022•51 min•Ep. 43
In being appointed as an arbitrator, there may be instances where you’re forced to consider any conflicts of interest, and with such a large grey area it’s vital to know the main principles and considerations in these situations. In The RICS Podcast this week, Philip Meade and Martin Burns share the insights from their experiences and how they’ve informed the latest edition of the Guidance Note on Conflicts of Interest for Dispute Resolvers. This episode of The RICS Podcast covers: Deciding what...
Oct 17, 2022•43 min•Ep. 42
Whilst chartered surveyors may have exceptional and varied skills in built environment matters, those who act as expert witnesses need to complement their knowledge by adding another “string to their bow”. Surveyors who take on instructions to act as expert witnesses in a tribunal must exhibit several key qualities, and prepare carefully for the case, as they aren’t immune from being sued if found to be negligent. In this week’s RICS Podcast, Martin Burns speaks to Jonathan Fothergill, who has r...
Oct 10, 2022•44 min•Ep. 41
Whilst chartered surveyors may have exceptional and varied skills in built environment matters, those who act as expert witnesses need to complement their knowledge by adding another “string to their bow”. Surveyors who take on instructions to act as expert witnesses in a tribunal must exhibit several key qualities, and prepare carefully for the case, as they aren’t immune from being sued if found to be negligent. In this week’s RICS Podcast, Martin Burns speaks to Jonathan Fothergill, who has r...
Oct 10, 2022•44 min•Ep. 39
There have been significant challenges for Candidates over the last two and a half years, and keeping your network strong has never been so important. In this episode of The RICS Podcast, we cover the importance of networking for Candidates and newly qualified Members. We are joined by Matt Haynes (MRICS Member) and Andrew Outram (MRICS Member) who will give listeners insight into their experiences of networking during their Candidate journey. You can find more information on RICS Matrics here a...
Oct 03, 2022•24 min•Ep. 40
Welcome to the first Candidate Support-hosted podcast. In this episode, Georgi Hill (Candidate Support Co-ordinator) and Steve Joel-Dicks (FRICS member) focus on ‘Selecting your competencies and structured training’. The content includes what candidates need to consider when selecting the competencies across the APC journey, and what candidates should be doing throughout their structured training period on routes APC 24 and APC 12. For any further queries, please email ukicandidatesupport@rics.o...
Sep 05, 2022•45 min•Ep. 38
In this podcast with Arup Senior Engineer Richard Boyd we explore how CEOs and their Board members can make sense of the Circular Economy in the built environment. A circular lens encourages businesses to consider the impact of potential future events on asset value, and how the assets might adapt to new circumstances. If Covid leads to reduced demand for office space, how can offices be re-purposed without expensive and wasteful deconstruction? This is not without problems, as the experience of...
Aug 29, 2022•34 min•Ep. 37
Since an introduction to the construction industry towards the end of the 20th century, the role of robotics is ever-growing with the technology facilitating its implementation. In this week’s WBEF episode of The RICS Podcast, Alan Muse draws on the expertise of a highly accomplished Doctor of Engineering, Professor Thomas Bock from the Technical University of Munich. We hear how robots can be used safely alongside human workers to enhance construction, advance the decarbonisation agenda, and ho...
Aug 22, 2022•54 min•Ep. 36
Surveying is, by its nature, a global profession. Through bodies like the FIG, it’s key to set our sights further afield and consider how local bodies can connect, improving the profession overall. This week on The RICS Podcast, FIG Vice President Diane Dumashies dive into the values and initiatives that FIG stands for, RICS’s role within those movements, and how FIG fulfils an essential aspect of connecting global surveyors. This episode of The RICS Podcast covers: FIG initiatives to connect lo...
Aug 15, 2022•43 min•Ep. 35
Dilapidations may not be a new area of dispute, but as we collectively shift towards hitting essential carbon targets, TFT are leading the way in reducing lease-end waste. Their ‘Green Dilapidations’ approach encourages a collaborative process focused on reducing the need for refits, favouring the reuse and repair of assets. We hear from TFT’s Jon Rowling as he shares the foundations of this forward thinking approach with Sam Piplica on The RICS Podcast. This episode of The RICS Podcast covers: ...
Aug 08, 2022•43 min•Ep. 34
It’s estimated that a staggering 15-20% of land in the UK is unregistered, and the valuation of unregistered land is a thoroughly disputed area. For anyone interested in the sector, we’ve got a detailed manual presenting a practical approach to valuing unregistered land, and this week on The RICS Podcast we hear from its authors on the intricacies of natural capital, the evolution of market value, and considerations around social, ethical and economic constructs. This episode of The RICS Podcast...
Aug 01, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 33
Four exceptional young RICS surveyors of the year explain what inspired them to join the sector - and what keeps them motivated now that their careers are established. Kate Taylor FRICS, author of APC revision guides, speaks to four talented professionals in the surveying sector who have all been honoured with an RICS Young Surveyor award to see why they joined the profession and what they hope to achieve. Michele, Daryl, Javaad and Eliza give their unique perspective on the surveying industry a...
Jul 25, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 32
The built environment plays a pivotal role in managing & mitigating climate risk, and our latest Communication on Engagement report for the UN Global Compact highlights some of the key actions RICS has taken to drive a more sustainable future in the built & natural environment. On the latest episode of the podcast, Kay Pitman speaks with Global Sustainability Lead at RICS, Kisa Zehra, to break down that report, alongside the WBEF Sustainability Report from last year, plus a look ahead to...
Jul 18, 2022•16 min•Ep. 31
Over the course of recent episodes, you’ll have heard a number of convincing advocates for the Conflict Avoidance Pledge, and in the final episode of our series on CAP, we address the final, possibly most challenging aspect - taking steps to embed it in your business. Janey Mulligan and Len Bunton look into practical implementation, how many have signed the Conflict Avoidance Pledge so far, how CAP saves money and relationships, and how you can get involved. This episode of The RICS Podcast cove...
Jul 11, 2022•21 min•Ep. 30
By now we’ve heard some compelling tales of conflict avoidance over the course of our miniseries on CAP, but this week we turn our focus to the parties driving the uptake of the pledge. Ian Honeyman, Hayley Lorimer & Alan Wilson join us on The RICS Podcast to discuss the challenging leap from awareness of the pledge to practical implementation in contracts, using the pledge to encourage more collaborative relationships, and why it’s the early interventions that are most effective in reducing...
Jul 04, 2022•26 min•Ep. 29
Dispute need not be viewed as a dirty word, and should a dispute need resolving, the power of the Conflict Avoidance Process (CAP) to save time, cost and relationships is clear. In this second episode of four focusing on the value of CAP and how to implement it in practice, Derek Pye, Matt Molloy and Bob Davis - all professionals with great experience delivering the process - share their advice on building trust, diffusing tensions and making constructive recommendations. This episode of The RIC...
Jun 28, 2022•53 min•Ep. 28
Conflict in a business relationship can be costly in both financial terms and reputationally. There’s a growing movement to help alleviate the billions of pounds spent on disputes: the Conflict Avoidance Pledge. In the first of a four part miniseries, Len Bunton & Janey Milligan are joined by Steven Sanzone (NHS Scotland), Stephen Blakey (Network Rail) and David MacDonald (Scottish Futures Trust) to discuss the use of Dispute Avoidance Panels, the cultural impact of the Conflict Avoidance Pl...
Jun 20, 2022•48 min•Ep. 27
Regardless of the nature of your business, the importance of quality assurance to yourself and to your clients is paramount. For this reason, quality management processes are absolutely crucial. On The RICS Podcast this week, we’re joined by professionals from firms large and small - Leandro Escobar of EV Services, and Bidwells’ Liz Craig. We break down the steps you can take to ensure a quality output, how to maximise your team’s competencies & specialisms, and advice for those looking to s...
Jun 13, 2022•32 min•Ep. 26
Data security is an ever-evolving field, and with far more working from home in the modern workplace, the risks to data and cybersecurity are vast and varied. Following on from a new piece of advice issued by RICS, Andrew Knight and David Benge offer their experienced lens on the biggest risk areas, why you need full understanding of where data is sourced and used, and how to protect yourself from cyber attacks and data security breaches. This episode of The RICS Podcast covers: The main challen...
Jun 06, 2022•32 min•Ep. 25
When conflict arises in a client relationship, it’s key that they’re resolved diligently, which is where the process of Alternative Dispute Resolution holds the power to defuse issues without the need for court proceedings. Joining us to explain what ADR is, expand on the process and share the most common types of ADR case, are Seki Ajenifuja of CEDR and Sarah Watson from The Property Ombudsman. If you’re looking for further advice on conflict resolution and ADR, we have developed content with t...
May 30, 2022•30 min•Ep. 24
The beginning of a client relationship is a key factor in the smooth running of your work with them in the future, so there are a number of considerations to make when setting up your initial agreement. Complementing a new piece of advice available on the RICS website, we’re joined on The RICS Podcast by John Baguley (Countrywide Surveying Services) and Gerard Smith (Lacy Scott & Knight) to discuss their experience in good practice, common pitfalls, and how to set expectations effectively fr...
May 23, 2022•41 min•Ep. 23
Welcome to The Entrepreneur Files, a RICS Podcast miniseries focused on bringing vital advice and resources to budding entrepreneurs looking to start their own firm. Kicking things off with a look at starting up and marketing yourself, we’re joined by Nella Pang and Ruth Brown, two directors who share their advice and experiences. We look at attracting clients, tricky price & payment term negotiations, the power of guidance from those already in the industry, and the biggest challenges you’l...
May 16, 2022•28 min•Ep. 22
When 50% of embodied carbon is in sub and superstructures, the impact of demolition on a building’s carbon footprint becomes an essential consideration. Having used his skills as a chartered surveyor in the realm of pre-demolition audits, Aythan Lewes is now using his talents to help clients make greener decisions as a Co-Founder of EALA Impacts. We discuss how a pre-demo audit carries a huge impact in reducing carbon emissions, breaking our focus on new buildings, representing social value on t...
May 09, 2022•31 min•Ep. 21
What is the value of art? The varied interpretations of value in art makes the discipline a difficult one within which to offer valuations. On The RICS Podcast this week we’re looking at how to apply frameworks in a market with increasing complexity due to the advent of NFTs, wealthy outsiders influencing the market, and the challenge of provenance research. This episode of The RICS Podcast covers: What and who determines the monetary value of art The grey area between art’s emotional value and ...
May 02, 2022•42 min•Ep. 20
