The RICS Podcast

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 most effectively used in recent examples.In this episode of The RICS Podcast, Dave Hull MRICS is joined by Guy Bolt MRICS and Kirsti Olson, sharing their expert legal and practical perspectives, the essentials of ADR, and its real-world impact on project success. Learning outcomesExplain the importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in the construction industry and identify its key practical applications.Analyse recent legal developments and landmark cases to evaluate how they shape the use of ADR.Demonstrate the essential skills and capabilities needed to participate effectively in ADR processes.Assess the value of interdisciplinary collaboration between surveyors, legal teams, and other professionals in managing disputes.Apply current guidance and reflect on future trends to understand how embracing ADR can improve project outcomes and support ongoing professional development.Dave Hull MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/davehull/Guy Bolt MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/guysheerbolt/Kirsti Olson https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirsti-olson-84288b51/Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/ RICS Podcast Page https://www.rics.org/podcast/ Kieran Halliwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

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, with critical regional insights and the policies driving decarbonisation in construction. This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:The evolving demand and market drivers for sustainability in real estateFinancial constraints and access to capital as current major barriers to sustainable developmentThe impact of government policy, regulation, and harmonised sustainability standards across different regionsThe increasing significance of climate resilience in valuation, investment decisions, and risk management for real estate assetsThe crucial role of RICS members in advancing decarbonisation efforts and implementing best practice globallySusanne Eickermann-Riepe FRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/s-eickermann-riepe-pwc/Alexandra Faciu, MA MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/alexandrafaciu/Kisa Zehrahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kisa-zehra-0740ba92/Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/ RICS Podcast Page https://www.rics.org/podcast/ Kieran Halliwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

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 key responsibilities of accountable persons and duty holders under the new regime.Learn from real examples of how organisations are adapting their internal processes.Be aware of enforcement mechanisms and the importance of early engagement with the Building Safety Regulator.Welcome to this CPD-Focused episode of The RICS Podcast, in which Gary Strong FRICS is joined by Graeme Manley MRICS and David Savage to explore the pivotal Gateway 2 stage of the Building Safety Act 2022 and its notable impact on the built environment.The trio cover crucial insights into the evolving legal landscape for higher risk residential buildings (HRBs), how Gateway 2 fits into the wider gateway process, and the operational challenges facing both clients and contractors. This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:Gateway 2 and its pivotal role in the new building safety regulatory regime for higher risk residential buildingsLegal obligations and increased responsibilities for clients, principal designers, and principal contractors under the Building Safety Act 2022Challenges with application delays, information quality, and the impact on social housing and existing residential buildingsThe importance of demonstrating duty holder competence and maintaining thorough documentationThe need for improved industry collaboration, cultural change, and operational adaptation to meet evolving safety standards and compliance requirementsGary Strong FRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-strong-bsc-hons-frics-fciarb-c-builde-fcabe-fcila-b52667b/Graeme Manley MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/graememanley/David Savagehttps://www.linkedin.com/in/davidjsavage/Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/ RICS Podcast Page https://www.rics.org/podcast/ Kieran Halliwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

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 and Joey Aoun.With firsthand perspectives from industry experts and practical ideas for catalysing change, this episode offers an opportunity to engage with the issues shaping the future of housing, and the moral balance at the heart of the solution to the housing crisis.This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:The ethical responsibilities of surveyors and built environment professionals in addressing the housing crisisConfronting the challenges of delivering affordable, high-quality housing amid financial, regulatory, and political pressuresThe importance of community engagement and local authority leadership in sustainable housing developmentInnovative financial strategies and public-private partnerships to unlock housing supply and investmentHighlighting solutions such as repurposing vacant homes and retrofitting existing stock for immediate impactDr Wei Yang OBE https://www.linkedin.com/in/wei-yang-obe-84771b26/Faraz Baber FRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/faraz-baber-frics-mrtpi-539ba518/Charlotte Neal MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/charlotte-neal-a9603a6/Fiona Fletcher-Smithhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/fiona-fletcher-smith-0b22302a1/Joey Aounhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/joey-aoun-0a469aa3/Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/ RICS Podcast Page https://www.rics.org/podcast/ Kieran Halliwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

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 surveying more universally feasible.This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:What draws people to the surveying profession, and its most rewarding aspectsThe ‘hidden societal barriers’ to entering the industryRoutes to qualification in different territoriesThe impact that surveyors make through their roles and through local community workWhat sets us apart from other careers, and the traits of a great surveyorMorag Angus FRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/morag-angus-ma-hons-dip-ls-frics-31666b3b/Maarukh Abbashttps://www.linkedin.com/in/maarukh-abbas-80974716b/Diana Massawa MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dianamassawa/Tim Kenny AssocRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tksurveying/Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/ RICS Podcast Page https://www.rics.org/podcast/ Kieran Halliwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

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 and soft skills, highlight strategies for fostering inclusivity at all career stages, and the value of continuous development in an ever-evolving workplace.This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:The evolving landscape of surveying and built environment professions, with an emphasis on new technical skills such as sustainability and digital technologies.The critical balance between technical expertise and essential soft skills like emotional intelligence, communication, and collaboration.Changing entry routes and opportunities to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across the surveying profession.The challenges and opportunities associated with digital competence, continuous learning, and adapting to rapid technological change.The importance of professional culture, supportive development programs, and collaborative approaches to nurture adaptability, curiosity, and lifelong learning within the fieldKevin Keane FRICS https://www.linkedin.com/in/babatunjiadegoke/Jane Sykes MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jane-sykes-mrics-mcipd-59a8671b2/Babatunji Adegoke MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/surveyorkev/Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/ RICS Podcast Page https://www.rics.org/podcast/ Kieran Halliwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

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 influenced the industry as we know it today.This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:The historical origins of surveying, tracing back to early medieval land surveysThe evolution of surveying techniques and tools, notably the use of plane tables and the role of engravers in creating mapsThe professionalisation and diversification of surveying in the 18th and 19th centuriesThe pioneering contributions of female surveyors like Irene Martin and Evelyn PerrySuki Bell FRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/suki-bell-frics-chair-of-the-rics-lpa-birmingham-44695620/Professor Carl Chinn MBEhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-carl-chinn-mbe-7577441b4/Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/ RICS Podcast Page https://www.rics.org/podcast/ Kieran Halliwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

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 skills that students bring to firms, strategies for seeking placements, and how to balance academic commitments with work obligations.This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:Where students can find more information on work experience opportunitiesTips for students preparing for work experienceManaging a healthy employer-student relationshipBalancing academic commitments with work experience opportunitiesToby Stewarthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tobydstewart/Danny Watershttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dannywaterstpi/Fiona Stoddard MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/fiona-stoddard-393141105/Norman Hutchinson FRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/norman-hutchison-a0244219/Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/ RICS Podcast Page https://www.rics.org/podcast/ Kieran Halliwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

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 Doig FRICS, Zaman Sheikh AssocRICS and Sean Pearson AssocRICS to share how SMEs are adopting new technologies, balancing growth with quality, and innovating within the industry.This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:The unique challenges and opportunities of running and growing an SME in the built environment sectorLeadership, management skills, and effective delegation for sustainable business successAdopting new technologies to improve efficiency and remain competitiveSector-wide talent shortages and the role of SMEs in providing diverse training and career opportunitiesStrong, long-term client relationships and maintaining high service quality in a competitive marketJennifer Hobart MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-hobart-mrics-b6954552/Dominic Doig FRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dominic-doig-a2b72b19/Zaman Sheikh AssocRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/zaman-sheikh/Sean Pearson AssocRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-pearson-65241442/Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/ RICS Podcast Page https://www.rics.org/podcast/ Kieran Halliwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/

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 experiences, motivations, and the challenges they faced along the way, plus strategies for success on your own path to FRICS.This episode of The RICS Podcast covers:Personal journeys and motivations for pursuing the FRICS designationInsights into the FRICS application process, including challenges, strategies, and practical advice for successThe importance of mentorship, networking, and giving back to the surveying professionOvercoming self-doubt and breaking stereotypes about who can achieve fellowship and when in their careerThe broader impact of FRICS on professional recognition, confidence, and the ability to influence and inspire others in the industryTammy Harrison-Round FRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/tammy-harrison-round-frics-726a8894/Chris Smith FRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-smith-frics-03aba029/Jamie Collins MRICShttps://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-collins-515874214/Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors: https://www.rics.org/uk/ RICS Podcast Page https://www.rics.org/podcast/ Kieran Halliwell https://www.linkedin.com/in/kdhalliwell/