
The RICS Podcast
Welcome to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors Podcast, an exclusive podcast series bringing together expert guests to discuss the most pertinent, industry-shaping topics from the world of Chartered Surveying. Every Monday you can expect a vibrant panel discussion covering topics such as new rules of conduct, the future of quantity surveying and the RICS global standard to name a few. Tune in to stay on top of the latest industry trends and changes whilst topping up your skills. Learn more and become a member at: https://www.rics.org/uk/
Episodes
180 episodes
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) host...
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Episode 182
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42:03

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 M...
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Episode 181
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48:31

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 ...
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Episode 180
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34:52

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,...
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Episode 179
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43:54

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 Ed...
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Episode 178
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31:43

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 T...
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Episode 177
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44:42

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 ...
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Episode 176
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39:38

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 ...
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Episode 175
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39:13

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 s...
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Episode 174
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49:46

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...
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Episode 173
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29:28

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 & Town...
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Episode 172
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47:03

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 topic...
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Episode 171
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46:39

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 ...
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Episode 170
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29:30

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...
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Episode 169
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28:56

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 ...
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Episode 168
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48:51

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 i...
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Episode 167
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18:13

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 ...
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Episode 166
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48:31

Beyond the Screen: George Clarke HonRICS in conversation with Emma Martin MRICS and Ayo Ajayi MRICS #165
George Clarke 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 a special episode of The RIC...
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Episode 165
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41:25

Surveyors and Their Favourite Projects with Florence Andrews MRICS, Vincent John Harney MRICS & Iona Lennon AssocRICS #164
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 Andrew...
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Episode 164
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50:18

Special episode: behind the scenes at the RICS Matrics Surveyor Awards 2024 #163
The annual RICS Matrics Surveyor Awards took place on Friday 15th November 2024 in Manchester and celebrated the achievements of RICS members making a difference either as early career professionals or making a difference to others within the p...
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Episode 163
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28:44

Who We Are, What We Do: Land and Natural Resources with David Sandbrook FRICS, Grace Prowse MRICS and Duncan Moss FRICS #162
The natural environment is just as vital as the built environment, so this week on The RICS Podcast we’re joined by three fantastic members of RICS’ Land & Natural Resources Professional Group Panel (PGP).David Sandbrook FRICS - cha...
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Episode 162
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30:23

PGP: Building Surveying and Building Control with Helen McKeown MRICS, Rosemary Silver FRICS, Neil Wotherspoon FRICS & Gary Strong FRICS #161
Welcome to this special episode of The RICS Podcast, in a series covering the work of our Professional Group Panels (PGPs).This episode features a discussion around the Building Surveying and Building Control PGP, which covers al...
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Episode 161
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32:28

PGP: Construction with James Garner FRICS, Natasha Orange MRICS, Jeevani Subasinghe MRICS & Steven Thompson FRICS #160
Welcome to this special episode of The RICS Podcast, in a series covering the work of our Professional Group Panels (PGPs).This episode features a discussion around the Construction PGP, which covers all-important areas like sust...
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Episode 160
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35:03

PGP: Valuation with Mona Shah FRICS, Alvah Beander FRICS, Joshim Uddin MRICS & Ben Elder FRICS #159
Welcome to this special episode of The RICS Podcast, in a series covering the work of our Professional Group Panels (PGPs).This episode features a discussion around the Valuation PGP, which covers all-important areas like trends in capit...
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Episode 159
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44:48

PGP: Land and Natural Resources with Bilal Virji MRICS, Poppy Martin MRICS, Mark Hurrell MRICS & James Kavanagh MRICS #158
Welcome to this special episode of The RICS Podcast, in a series covering the work of our Professional Group Panels (PGPs).This episode features a discussion around the Land and Natural Resources PGP, which covers all-important areas lik...
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Episode 158
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40:40
