The RICS Podcast

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....

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...

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 peop...

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 ar...

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...

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...

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...

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 experienc...

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...

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-purpo...

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 use...

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...

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 forwa...

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...

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...

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 b...

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 CA...

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 c...

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...

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 Tru...

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 o...

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...

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. I...

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 di...

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 nego...