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The Surveyor Hub PodcastEp 128 The Building Detective with Craig MacDonaldCraig MacDonald is a Chartered Building Surveyor with over 20 years of experience in property and construction sectors. He specialises in construction technology and building pathology in the Australian commercial real estate sector. He’s a fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the current chair of RICS Member Engagement Group in Queensland, Australia, registered APC Assessor, and counsellor to APC candidates.
Craig is the author of the narrative non-fiction book, "The Building Detective: A Journey Into the Hidden Stories of Property, People, and Problem Solving", which is the starting point of this conversation. He shares th...
2025-05-1459 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastJoshim Uddin - Development Viability and Social ValueToday Marion Ellis chats with Joshim Uddin, a Chartered Surveyor in Tower Hamlets and RICS Matrics Award Winner.
Joshim is a Chartered Surveyor who leads a public sector development viability service. The key purpose of his role is to ensure maximum levels of affordable housing/developer contributions is provided as part of planning applications for new development schemes for local residents.
In this episode, we discuss development viability, the public sector and local authorities, the RICS Matrics surveyor of the year award, and the purpose of work and social value.
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2024-02-1254 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastGeorge Hooton - Surveying with a DisabilityToday, Marion Ellis chats with George Hooton, a General Practice Surveyor and the RICS Matrics Commercial Property Surveyor of the Year 2023.
A surveyor with a demonstrated history of working in the commercial real estate industry, George works hard both inside and outside of the business to drive a better and more inclusive property profession.
In this episode, we discuss George’s career, his award, his perspective on the surveying sector, how it could better accommodate people with disabilities, and how this would improve everyone’s quality of life.
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2024-02-0448 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastSinead Clarkson - Driving Diversity in SurveyingToday Marion Ellis chats with Sinead Clarkson, Chartered Quantity Surveyor, working for PH Plasterers Ltd.
As a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Co-Chair of the NAWIC Yorkshire region (National Association for Women in Construction), Sinead has an interest in improving gender diversity in our profession through support and research, and early engagement - especially using social media.
In this episode, we discuss engaging younger audiences through social media, how it can support others and your own career, as well as the movements for increased gender diversity in surveying and construction.
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2024-01-281h 08
The Surveyor Hub PodcastAlice Graham - Visibility and Technology in Quantity SurveyingToday Marion Ellis chats with Alice Graham, Solutions Engineer at Procore Technologies.
A Chartered Quantity Surveyor with six years of industry experience, Alice combines industry expertise with a passion for technology to help construction organisations adopt cutting-edge cost management solutions, contributing to the industry's digital transformation. Alice also actively supports early career professionals in their development.
In this episode, we discuss the development and integration of new technologies in the Surveying community, and ways in which diversity can help support our own careers and each other.
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2023-12-1150 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastRyan Parke - The Science of Men's Mental HealthToday Marion Ellis chats with Ryan Parke, The Men’s Coach.
Ryan Parke is The Men's Coach, a TEDx Speaker, and an international award-winning public speaker. Ryan works with companies and charities that want to improve mental health for men by taking an evidence-based approach. Ryan's 90-day coaching programme helps men to overcome depression, beat procrastination and achieve their life goals.
In this episode, we discuss some of the science behind male Mental Health, steps which men can take to improve their everyday health, and how this might impact those in the surveying world.
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2023-11-2054 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastWhat Surveyors Need to Know About Home Buying Selling with Kate FaulknerIn this episode, Marion Ellis chats with Kate Faulkner, OBE, about the Home Buying Selling Group, the work being done to improve home buying in the UK, and the impact it could have on Residential Surveyors in the future.
It was recorded as a webinar and shared with The Surveyor Hub Community as an opportunity to answer some of the common queries around the group and how Residential Surveyors can get involved.
The podcast also covers various topics, from the proposals for upfront information and how technology can facilitate this to questions about PI Insurance...
2023-06-2959 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastOff-Mains Drainage Surveying with James WarrenToday Marion Ellis chats with James Warren, Technical Director of UKDP.
UKDP is a drainage company with a specialism for off-mains drainage, providing an installation, repair and survey inspection service for the general public, the insurance industry (insurers/loss adjusters), estate agents, conveyancers, land agents and private estates
In this episode, we discuss how UKDP was born, how it's evolved, increasing the standards in James's industry and the best way of working with surveyors to ensure they're up to speed with all current and applicable regulations
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2023-05-2358 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastSurvey Software, Sales, and Solutions with Gavin O'NeillToday Marion Ellis chats with Gavin O’Neill CEO of Go Report.
An experienced chartered engineer with expertise in technology and the built environment, Gavin has taken the time to understand the way surveyors work and how technology can support them. Supporting lots of different types of surveying work, GoReport offers a solution to enables digital data capture and the production of high-quality output reports for those working in the built environment.
In this episode, we discuss how new technology has shaped surveying in the past, what it might affect in the future, the way Ga...
2023-05-1555 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast094 Surveyors Making a Difference Through SustainabilityWhy does sustainability need to be at the heart of your surveying business to keep it relevant?On this podcast, your host, chartered surveyor, industry coach, and mentor Marion Ellis chats with Tina Paillet, Co-Founder and CEO of Circotr@de – an innovative start-up creating value from trading second-hand building materials and their embodied carbon. Tina boasts over 25 years of experience including 12 years developing and managing one of the world’s largest real estate asset managers.She is also Senior Vice President of RICS.Marion and Tina discuss various topics including:Why...
2022-08-181h 00
The Surveyor Hub Podcast093. The One Where We Talk About Everything With Fiona HaggettWhich female role model has inspired you most?On this podcast, your host, chartered surveyor, industry coach, and mentor Marion Ellis chats with Fiona Haggett, Head of Valuation for Barclays UK.Fiona has also previously been the UK Valuation Director at RICS and spent many years as a residential valuer, before taking head office roles and national, where she has been party to the development of company and industry guidance, development of the Red Book and worked with government and industry to help solve some of the wider issues that are impacting valuation....
2022-08-1158 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast092. From Corporate Surveyor to Surveying Business OwnerHow to transition from being a corporate surveyor to being a surveying business owner.This is what your host chartered surveyor, industry coach and mentor Marion Ellis and Paul Hawkins discuss at length in today's episode.Paul is the Co-Director of a general surveying practice - called North and Hawkins Building Consultancy - over in Norfolk and a member of the Love Surveying Business Club which they also discuss in the podcast. Marion and Paul cover various topics including:Quinquennial inspections on residential properties around Norwich Cathedral.The importance of local knowledge...
2022-08-0452 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast091. How to apply for the RICS Young Surveyor of the Year Award 2022Are you interested in entering the RICS Surveyor of the Year Awards 2022?On this podcast, your host chartered surveyor, industry coach, and mentor Marion Ellis chats with Karen Rogers from RICS about the RICS Surveyor of the Year Awards 2022.Karen Rogers is part of the Member Engagement and Early Careers Team at RICS. Her passion for inspiring, supporting and developing the next generation and those early in their careers is second to none.Marion and Karen will be chatting about all things Young Surveyor of the Year Awards, which RICS hosts annually in...
2022-07-2858 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast090. Thank Goodness for Lionheart with CEO Davina GoodchildWe are very lucky to have LionHeart - the benevolent organisation for RICS professionals - in our lives.The LionHeart's support team help RICS professionals and their families through problems - from confidential advice, and emotional support to financial grants.In this episode, your host chartered surveyor, industry coach and mentor Marion Ellis introduces Davina Goodchild, CEO of LionHeart to the listeners.Davina shares how LionHeart is run as an organisation, how they bring well-being into the work they do, the services they offer and the insights they have about the surveying industry.
2022-07-2157 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast089. Positivity, YSOYA and Supporting RICS with Rory MurphyHow do you continue to maintain a positive mindset and attitude?A positive attitude - even if it is just a smile - improves the way people see you (and even your company). Positivity is infectious and being enthusiastic and optimistic can often make other people follow suit.In this episode, your host chartered surveyor, industry coach and mentor Marion Ellis chats to Rory Murphy, Commercial Director for Vinci Facilities. Rory is also the chair of the Member Engagement, Experience and Value working group within the RICS.Marion and Rory talk about everything f...
2022-07-141h 02
The Surveyor Hub Podcast088. Welcome back to The Surveyor Hub PodcastIn this episode, your host chartered surveyor, industry coach and mentor Marion Ellis shares some insights and background to the podcast for new listeners - how it got started and what's been happening for her in 2022.Love Surveying:Sign up for podcast reminders and Love Surveying weekly news hereJoin the Love Surveying Mastermind hereConnect with Marion:TikTok Instagram LinkedIn Resources:The RICS Bichard Review The RICS Levitt Review Simon Sinek TED talk ADHD Support Lionheart The Surveyor Hub:Watch The Surveyor Hub WebinarsJoin the Facebook Community...
2022-07-1426 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastThe New RICS Rules of ConductChristine O’Rourke is Head of Conduct Standards at RICS supporting surveyors by producing standards and guidance on professional conduct including the Rules of Conduct. She has worked in complaint handling roles in a number of organisations including RICS, other professional bodies, and the Pensions Ombudsman.What We Cover:- Why RICS regulation is not a counsel of perfection- What RICS’ new rules and regulations contain- How to maintain professional competence in surveying- How to c...
2021-12-2056 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastSetting the Boundaries for Your Surveying Services with Neil HewittNeil Hewitt is a residential surveyor specialising in older period properties, in particular local Suffolk timber frame and thatched houses. Neil has come into surveying by what may be seen as a non-conventional route, but he sees this experience of life as a huge benefit when dealing with the public.What We Cover: -What it’s like being a self-employed residential surveyor- Why surveyors should set clear boundaries for their scope of work - How to choose and work with the righ...
2021-12-1636 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastSeeing the Bigger Picture in Surveying with Phil ParnhamPhil Parnham is a Chartered Building Surveyor with expertise in the diagnosis of defects in residential properties. Phil has many years of experience in the social housing, higher education, and residential sectors. He has developed a range of training services for residential practitioners of all types.What we cover: - Better ways of connecting with surveyors after COVID-19- Focusing on the details versus the bigger picture in the surveying business- Phil’s experience dealing with claims and lessons learned
2021-12-131h 03
The Surveyor Hub Podcast084 How to Share Technical Content with Stacey MeadwellWould you like to share and write more technical content? Perhaps you want to promote your business and share technical content with a wider audience? Surveyors and valuers have a lot of good stuff to share that can make the world a better place. But sharing your expertise is not easy. It's a skill to learn. Stacey Meadwell is a writer and trainer helping built environment businesses create better content more easily. She is also an experienced panel and round table moderator. Before setting up her own business she was a B2B property journalist and features...
2021-12-0923 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast083 Networking and Visibility of Women SurveyorsThis week, Marion invited Jo Williams and Betsy Wong to discuss their experiences in networking, self-discovery, and getting visible online. Jo Williams is a chartered building surveyor working within a team of mixed discipline surveyors. She provides building surveying services to occupiers and investors across all commercial property types. After 14 years working within a corporate consultancy in Birmingham, she happily left the city in 2019 to be closer to home. Betsy Wong is a Chartered Surveyor specializing in commercial properties. She helps both independent and corporate organisations that need commercial property advice. What We C...
2021-12-0645 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast082 Achieving Your Goals with Kirsty KnightKirsty Knight is a certified life coach for female entrepreneurs in areas of business, money, time & productivity. She teaches ambitious entrepreneurs her system that covers productivity tactics, mindset work and business strategy. Maybe there are things in your business that are not getting done. You're finding yourself on a roundabout of analysis paralysis. The bottom line is, it's not the task that's a problem, it's your mindset towards it. You might be scared of change, of the risk of failing or maybe even being too successful if things go to plan. So why do we procrastinate and s...
2021-12-0213 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast081 A Chat About Regulation with RICSIn this episode, Marion invited Sarah Cantrill, Richard White, and Charlie Jackson to chat about the significance of RICS standards and regulations. Richard White is a Chartered Surveyor working in the Profession Support and Assurance team within RICS Regulation. Through different types of review visits, workshops, and other training and advice, the team provides support and guidance to help firms and Members come into compliance with the requirements of Red Book. Sarah Cantrill leads a team at RICS supporting regulated firms and members with the implementation of RICS rules and best practice. Sarah’s career at...
2021-11-291h 00
The Surveyor Hub Podcast080 The Love Surveying MastermindThe life of a surveyor can be a lonely one. Who do you talk to when you need to get advice, guidance and support that you need? Trying to work out what's important to you can have you going round in circles when you only got yourself to discuss it with. It's so easy to get overwhelmed and an overwhelmed mind does nothing. But it doesn't have to be that way. That's why I created The Love Surveying Mastermind, for surveyors who love what they do. It’s for those who want to be more intentional about the...
2021-11-2504 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast079 Thatched Properties and Fire Safety ConcernsRecently Marion had a conversation with Neil Hewitt and Charles Chalcraft about surveying thatched properties and fire safety concerns involved in those surveys. Neil Hewitt is a Suffolk-based independent residential building surveyor who offers the RICS Building Survey. It is the highest level of survey offered under the RICS format that is particularly recommended for older properties. He specialises in older period properties, in particular local Suffolk timber frame and thatched houses. Charles Chalcraft is a retired master thatcher who is trained as a home inspector. He now trains property professionals including surveyors how to...
2021-11-2246 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast078 Attracting the Right PeopleThe title “Attracting the Right People” may sound a little bit misleading, but don't worry, I am not going to share dating tips with you. This piece is about engagement and visibility. You need to wave your flag high and proud to get attention. But then you've also got to hold the conversation consistently to be credible. This applies whether it's at your place of work or running your own business. If you find you’re getting something other than meaningful engagement, take a long hard look at what you're putting out there. What We Cover: - Tal...
2021-11-1805 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast077 Women in Surveying in the UAEFor this week’s episode of Women in Surveying, Marion had Clementine Munro and Joanna Tate talking about how it is to be women surveyors in the United Arab Emirates. Joanna Tate is a RICS Registered Valuer for Colliers in Abu Dhabi, providing residential real estate valuations for banks, asset managers, companies, and individuals. Most of her valuations are for secured lending purposes (mortgages or re-mortgages). Her favourite valuations are the complex ones, the ones with no comparable evidence, the real head-scratchers. She loves it when every day is different and never knows what’s going to come...
2021-11-1544 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast076 Pricing Your Surveys for ProfitDo you know what it costs to run your business? Perhaps you earn enough, you do all right, and don't think it's right or possible to charge a higher fee than you already do. Either way, every business has an ebb and flow when it comes to money. Whether you do project work and have a plan and budget, or you work harder some months of the year, make hay while the sun shines as they say. Balancing cash flow in your business isn't always easy. If you haven't come across the Profit First method, then do...
2021-11-1111 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast075 How to Deal with a Property Claim with Duncan GreenwoodDuncan Greenwood is a Partner at DAC Beachcroft LLP, a global legal practice with offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America focusing on insurance, health, and real estate sectors. He is a professional indemnity lawyer who has been defending claims against professionals for the last 25 years -- leading the professional property practice in the UK. Duncan has dedicated his entire career to helping surveyors with his profound understanding of the industry and regulatory frameworks around it. What is Covered: - At what stage a professional indemnity lawyer gets involved in a property claim - H...
2021-11-0846 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast074 Protecting Your Surveying Business PracticeWell-run businesses generally get fewer complaints and claims, and they're certainly less complex ones. There are three main areas you need to focus on when it comes to protecting your practice as a surveyor. These are the interactions you have with your clients and customers, the areas of regulation you need to navigate, and your responsibility as a business owner. What We Cover: - Attracting the right clients - How to navigate regulations and legal responsibilities as a business owner - The importance of getting help and support to manage your bu...
2021-11-0407 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast073 Maria Coulter and The Construction RevolutionMaria Coulter is the Founder of Construction Coach, helping clients to grow stronger, more profitable and happier businesses. She is the starter of The Construction Revolution to get away from the 'race to the bottom' on cost, and also the Non-Executive Director of the Construction Industry Council and Chair of their Diversity and Inclusion Panel. Maria is passionate about bringing change to the industry she loves. What we cover: - The role of a business coach in the construction industry - What changes coaching can bring to small businesses - How...
2021-11-0144 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast072 Comparisonitis and Why You Need CompetitorsWhen you know who you are being in business or life, you aren't compelled to compete. Why? Because you're clear on who you serve, what you do, the value you bring to your clients and you are able to charge what you're worth. And yet so many surveyors who run businesses, too often suffer from comparisonitis and have one eye on the competition, rather than doing the work to understand who their clients are, who want to hand money over to you, because they value the experience you bring as a surveyor. What We Cover:
2021-10-2808 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast071 Surveying Industry from a Female PerspectiveThis week Marion sat down with Rebecca Jenkins and Michaela Perry-Kay for a Women in Surveying chat. Rebecca Jenkins is a Chartered Building Surveyor based in Sussex. The company, Sussex Surveyors, is based in Hove with offices in Haywards Heath, Eastbourne and, soon, Chichester. She spends most of her time working on party wall matters, writing specifications of works and inspecting defects in residential homes. She enjoys the personal interactions that take place as part of her work and believes that protecting our existing housing stock is important from both a sustainable and economical perspective. ...
2021-10-2540 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast070 The Risk in Your BusinessAt least once a week, a surveyor contacts me who has received a complaint or claim and doesn't know what to do, or is now struggling to obtain PII insurance. And yes, while the market for insurance isn't great, the premiums are high, customers are a pain in the neck and didn't read the report, the plain truth is that at some level, you do not have a well run business and you've left yourself exposed. So if you find yourself in this situation, what do you do? What We Cover: - How to accept your own...
2021-10-2110 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast069 Investigation Complaints with Suki Gill at RICSSuki Kaur Gill is the Head of Investigations at RICS. She is responsible for enabling RICS to meet its obligations to deliver effective self-regulation, by delivering high quality, transparent and robust regulatory investigations. She is also responsible for making sure decisions are made in compliance with RICS' regulatory framework. Connect with Suki Gill: - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/suki-gill-18702323 What we cover: - How the investigation process works at RICS - What speaking up policy is - What skills you need to have to be part...
2021-10-1843 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast068 Planning Your BusinessWhether they are small business owners, managers, CEOs or students aspiring to run their own businesses, surveyors often reach out to me for help with business planning. There's a million different gurus, methods, books and templates you can follow to help you with business planning. Having invested in a lot of them, I’ve learned a few things about what works and what does not. What Is Covered: - Why your vision needs to be based on your current definition of success - The difference between a big visionary goal and milestones - How...
2021-10-1409 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast067 How to Become a Chartered Surveyor with Jen LemenJen Lemen is a co-founder of Property Elite, Chartered Surveyor and RICS APC assessor. She is the author of 'How to Become a Chartered Surveyor', published by Routledge. She is also an experienced property consultant (co-Director of Projekt) with FRICS status, a RICS Registered Valuer and a RICS Accredited Mediator, with nearly 15 years' experience working in the commercial property sector. What Is Covered: - How Jen’s father’s lifestyle as a surveyor inspired her to choose a career in surveying - Jen’s experience with training and mentoring - What...
2021-10-1142 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast066 What’s your motivation?A question I'm asked a lot by surveyors is “Should I work for myself or not?” Maybe you are a student starting out. Maybe you’re employed but not being able to create the work life balance that you crave. Or you already work for yourself, but find that you are working ridiculously long hours and feeling like getting off the treadmill. As surveyors, you love what you do, but you struggle with running a business. And when you don't have a well run business, and you don't have good boundaries around your wellbeing and your personal life, t...
2021-10-0708 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast065 Women in Surveying: Visibility and Mental WellbeingWe’ve hosted a panel of Women in Surveying to discuss working under COVID, surveyors’ visibility and taking care of mental wellbeing, especially for surveyors who are also parents. Participating surveyors were Emma Snipp, Sana Gabriel and Stacey Price. About Emma Snipp Emma is a chartered surveyor, confidence and resilience coach. She specialises in empowering women in property, property law and construction industries to navigate the corporate culture with confidence. https://www.emmasnipp.co.uk About Sana Gabriel Sana Gabriel works as a Chartered Surveyor with the public sector. She has...
2021-10-0446 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastSurveyors Get More VisibilityWhen surveyors and trainees share their worries and fears about being a professional surveyor on social media, they typically fall into three categories. Firstly, they don't know how to use the tech or get overwhelmed by which platform is best. The second worry is not knowing what to say or post. The third thing I hear from surveyors is that they often have worries and a deep rooted fear about being judged and being criticised for being seen to be showing off. In this episode, I am addressing these worries and offering tips and resources to help you overcome...
2021-09-3008 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast063 From Carpentry to Chartered Surveying with Geoff HuntGeoff Hunt is a Chartered Building Surveyor, author of bestselling book Residential Building Defects and publisher of Architectural Timelines. He specialises in pre-war enlisted buildings, and he lectures at universities and surveyor training courses across the UK. He is also active in The Surveyor Hub as the group admin and shares his enthusiasm for surveying with our community. What We Cover: - Geoff's career journey from being a carpenter to becoming Chartered Surveyor, writing books and lecturing - How he got an opportunity to be creative as a surveyor and write a book...
2021-09-2749 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast062 Why Wellbeing Matters in BusinessIn this episode, we are talking about looking after our wellbeing as surveyors in order to be able to thrive in our business. As much as wellbeing is an overused word, it's still not understood well and it's so critical to your business and your work, especially if you work for yourself. Our energy and wellbeing affects how we react to different situations, and when you're in the business of surveying and working with people, it shows. What is Covered: - Why checking in with how we feel is important for our business - The difference between b...
2021-09-2310 min
The Surveyor Hub PodcastWelcome Back to the Surveyor Hub Podcast!You know you're a surveyor when you've been waiting all summer for this podcast to return. We are back now, and it’s been a tricky ride since we’ve learned about the outcome of the independent RICS review by Alison Levitt. I’ve had to take time to process what I've read and what I've experienced, not just as a member surveyor of RICS, but also as a member of the Governing Council. Like many of you, I too felt shock, disappointment, anger, and I felt hurt that the trust and confidence I put into something that I...
2021-09-2008 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast061 Changing Career with Nicola AllenNicola Allen is the Director at DA Associates Consultancy. She has 8 years of professional experience as a building surveyor, fire risk assessor and project manager, and has been involved in commercial, retail and public sectors. Nicola is a RICS Associate Assessor and acts a Consultant to Property Elite in providing support for candidates undertaking their AssocRICS assessments/qualifications. What We Cover: - Having the courage to make a leap and change careers - How teaching helps continuous development as a surveyor - What opportunities the pandemic opened for surveyors ...
2021-09-2045 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast060 Valuation with Ray SimmondsRay Simmonds is the Technical Manager at Countrywide Surveyors, one of the largest, most trusted property surveying and valuation practices in the UK. What we cover: - What is the relationship between the panel firms and lenders- How to make decisions and stand by them- How has the pandemic changed the way we work- Can AVMs replace surveyors and valuers? Connect with Ray Simmonds: LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/ray-simmonds-1928aa35/ Connect with Marion Ellis: - LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marion-ellis-love-surveying-surveyor-hub - Instagram https...
2021-04-2949 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast059 PII - Professional Indemnity Insurance PanelWe've recently held a panel discussion about PII with a few experts in the field. What we cover: - What is a PII and how does ARP work- How to cover claims in the PII- How to reduce liabilities- What is the current state of the insurance market Participants: Paul Holford BSc (Hons) MRICS is a member of the RICS with over 20 years post qualification experience. He is an RICS Registered Valuer, member of ALEP and highly experienced Chartered Surveyor. He is the owner and director of Morgan Sloane Chartered Surveyors w...
2021-04-2255 minThe Surveyor Hub Podcast058 Building People with Rebecca LovelaceRebecca Lovelace is the Founder and Chief Dot-joiner at Building People CIC, a co-founder of Be Onsite and BuildForce, and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. With twenty years’ experience in industry, Rebecca brings expertise in maximising the social impact of construction projects through enabling collaboration between multiple stakeholders and individuals from diverse and disadvantaged local communities, with a particular focus on social value. She is passionate about “joining the dots” and creating a diverse and inclusive industry. What we cover: - What it means to be a Chief Dot-joiner at Building People ...
2021-04-1553 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast057 Becoming a RICS Professional with Ian JealIan Jeal is the Global Director of Education and Qualification Standards at the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors. Ian is responsible for RICS’ global university relationships and works with RICS’ technical experts to agree the criteria and assessment processes for RICS’ professional qualifications. What we cover: - How to get qualified and join RICS - What has changed in the APC Assessments during the pandemic - What it means to be an assessor, counselor and supervisor - How the assessment process can be improved Connect with Ian Jeal:
2021-04-0838 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast056 Being a RICS Professional in the US with Ann GrayAnn Gray, FAIA, FRICS is both a licensed architect and real estate broker. Ann founded GRAY Real Estate Advisors in 1995 providing consulting services to property owners, brokers, and land-use attorneys on entitlements, development, and positioning to optimize outcomes for complex properties. She is a member of the RICS Presidential Team elected to promote ethical and professional standards worldwide, communicate RICS alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals and engage governments and private industry in the value of a consistent high-quality credential. She currently serves on the RICS Global Governing Council and has been elected to the...
2021-04-0147 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast055 The Practical Implications of Hart vs LargeA case that started with a survey in 2011, Hart v Large recently came to a climax, raising a number of issues that have sent shivers down the collective spines of the residential sector. Settled out of the court, the resulting level of damages was awarded against the surveyor. We gathered a panel of participants to discuss this case. Leslie Milson is a Chartered Valuation Surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer undertaking all manner of formal residential valuations, Homebuyer Reports and Building Surveys. She works for Watsons Property. Tim Jones, a Chartered Building Surveyor, BlueBox T...
2021-03-251h 11
The Surveyor Hub Podcast054 SME Surveyors Business Stories with Reuben MillerReuben Miller is a MRICS Chartered Surveyor and RICS Registered Property Valuer with 20 years’ diverse real estate experience in a wide range of residential property types across London and the south-east. He works as a residential chartered surveyor and RICS valuer at RM Surveyors. He holds a Master’s of Science and a Post Graduate Diploma in Property Development and Planning from London’s South Bank University, and is a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS). He is an expert in mortgage valuations for banks and building societies and a broad range of sur...
2021-03-1846 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast053 Business and Personal Development in the Property IndustryMichael Day is a Fellow of the RICS, National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) and Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA). He has been a Partner and Director in some of the UK’s most successful property businesses and has held senior posts within the industry’s professional bodies. Since 2005, he has been an associate within a successful private practice, Integra Property Services. As a well-known industry figure and a key influencer in the residential property sector, Michael is a regular contributor to the trade press and a well-known and experienced speaker at industry seminars, webin...
2021-03-1149 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast052 Party Walls and Boundary Disputes with Nicholas IsaacNicholas Isaac is a property litigator with extensive experience in all aspects of property litigation, and relishes the challenge of difficult cases, last-minute instructions and novel points. He works as a barrister at Tanfield Chambers. Nick’s practice sometimes crosses over into commercial work, usually with a property angle, and his clients include large London estates, as well as commercial and private clients. What We Cover: What does a barrister job look like What are boundary disputes and what is behind them What is the Party Wall Act and what it covers How should su...
2021-03-0451 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast051 How to Handle Client ComplaintsWe’ve gathered four surveying experts on a panel to discuss how surveyors should handle client complaints in order to minimise reputation and financial risks to their businesses. In this episode, we’ve gathered four surveying experts on a panel to discuss how it is to receive a complaint on a survey, how surveyors should handle client complaints in order to minimise reputation and financial risks to their businesses. About Participants: Christine O’Rourke is Head of Conduct Standards at RICS supporting surveyors by producing standards and guidance on professional conduct including the Rules...
2021-02-2553 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast050 Giving Back to the Community with Kelly AllenKelly Allen is a Building Surveyor with a history of working in the construction industry. For the past four years, she has been working for Faithorn Farrell Timms LLP. A campaigner for the industry, she leads outreach programmes to educational facilities and charities to promote the profession and inspire young talent. She drives fundraising incentives for various charities supporting community-based youth clubs and individuals who are without homes. Having won the 2019 Young Surveyor of The Year Award, she has since utilised her platform within the profession to help those suffering adversities. She prides herself in...
2021-02-1841 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast048 Survey Booker and Customer Experience with Matt NallyMatt Nally is the founder and director of Survey Booker, a specialist CRM tool that helps surveyors to generate and convert more leads, as well as reduce admin work in the survey process. Survey Booker automates tasks such as quoting, payment, terms of engagement and survey updates, so surveyors can focus on the quality of contact with a customer and the quality of survey itself. What Is Covered: How Matt conducted customer experience research for the surveying industry The findings on inquiry response time and the quality of websites of surveyors Why it’s so important to...
2021-02-0440 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast047 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Rebecca Wheeler and Sau-Wan LaiWheeler & Lai Chartered Surveyors was founded in 2018 by Rebecca Wheeler MRICS and Sau-Wan Lai MRICS, specialising in the commercial property sector. Rebecca Wheeler BSc (Hons) MRICS, qualified as a chartered surveyor in 2003 and has over 18 years experience in the property market, especially in landlord and tenant work, lettings and sales. She is based on the Isle of Wight where she also plays an active role in local charities and events. Sau-Wan Lai MSc MRICS qualified as a chartered surveyor in 2008 and has over 13 years experience in the property sector. She believes that knowing the local...
2021-01-2845 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast046 Dr Samantha Organ - Young Building Surveyor of the Year 2020Dr Samantha Organ is a Chartered Surveyor and experienced Senior Lecturer with a history of working in higher education. She holds a PhD in energy efficiency, with particular research interests in energy efficiency and conservation, and skills in sustainable development and environmental awareness.
Samantha is a member of the RICS Matrics UK Board, and the Winner of Young Building Surveyor of the Year 2020. She was a Finalist of Women of the Future Awards 2019, was shortlisted Young Surveyor of the Year Award 2018, and for UWE SU Outstanding Teaching Award 2019. She was Nominated for The National Trust Playing Your Part...
2021-01-2143 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast045 Professionalism in Surveying with Peter Bolton KingPeter Bolton King (FRICS FNAEA FIRMP) is a freelance trainer and consultant. Until September 2020, he was the Global Director of Professionalism and Ethics at the RICS. Peter started work in 1973 with Locke & England. After qualifying as a Chartered Surveyor, he became the firm’s youngest ever partner. He served as the CEO of the National Federation of Property Professionals in the UK from 2003 to 2012, a post he held before joining the RICS. He is also part of the RICS’ Regulation of Property Agents (RoPA) team. What We Cover: The benefits of q...
2021-01-1452 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast044 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Marion EllisIn the last episode of this year, we are turning the table and lending the host role over to chartered surveyor Daniel Hindson, who is interviewing Marion Ellis, the founder of The Surveyor Hub and Women in Surveying Initiative, as well as Managing Director of BlueBox Partners. With 20 years’ experience in the residential property sector, and having qualified as a chartered surveyor in 2004, Marion has developed a deep understanding of the challenges that many in the surveying profession face. She is currently leading The Surveyor Hub Mastermind, where she mentors surveyors who want to improve their business sk...
2021-01-0753 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast043 SME Surveyor Business Stories with James BrookJames Brook is the recent winner of the RICS Young Surveyor of the Year Award for residential property. He is chartered surveyor and co-founder of Novello Chartered Surveyors based in London and Surrey. Since starting Novello in 2019 they have grown to a firm of four surveyors and have big plans for the future. They have developed their own suite of home surveys and valuation reports and have created their business around technology aiming to provide high quality reports in a quick turnaround. What Is Covered: The difference between working for a corporate surveying company an...
2020-12-1639 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast042 Surveying, Resilience and Rugby with John HamblyJohn Hambly is a Chartered Building Surveyor and former keen rugby player, who has retired in 2007 after being diagnosed with MS. Using his surveyor mindset and skillset, he established the Samson Centre for MS in Guildford in 2005, and helped develop the facility through to completion in 2018. In 2020 he published his memoire book called ‘Samson Rising.’ What We Cover: How John got into residential surveying What the book ‘Samson Rising’ is about The odd connections between rugby and surveying Adapting the surveying practice due to illness How Samson Centre was established and how it functions today Connec...
2020-12-1047 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast041 Surveyor Business Stories with Malcolm HollisMalcolm Hollis is Professor of Building Surveying at Reading University and Director at Hollis Consulting Ltd. A leading authority on building surveying, he has worked throughout the UK, Europe and the Far East, and he remains a practising building surveyor specializing in the diagnosis of defects in buildings. Professor Hollis is also a well-known broadcaster, and lectures widely on surveying and dilapidations. He has written a number of books and contributed articles and chapters to a wide range of publications. More recently, he has been hosting free webinars for learners, students and trainee surveyors via The Surveyor...
2020-12-0342 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast040 Risk Management in Surveying with Emma VigusEmma Vigus is the Managing Director at mio, a sales progression platform for estate agents. Emma has over 20 years’ experience in sales, marketing and business development across the residential property sector. Prior to her current role at mio, she spent 10 years specializing in PII insurance and risk management for surveyors. She is also Founder and Chairperson of Women In Residential Property, which fosters collaboration between women in senior roles across all sectors of the residential property sector. Emma has been featured in a range of publications, including EA Today, The Negotiator, Today’s Conveyancer, Mortgage Fina...
2020-11-2646 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast039 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Robert DesbruslaisRobert Desbruslais is a Chartered Building Surveyor and member of the RICS with 30 years post qualification experience. He is the owner of Desbruslais Chartered Surveyors, specialising in pre purchase surveys throughout the UK, focusing predominantly in London and the southern counties, with an emphasis on listed and period property. With a deep knowledge of period construction and defects, he gives regular talks on construction and listed building matters, and is well placed to understand and explain the implications of purchasing a structurally complex building. What Is Covered: How Robert set up his own business amidst...
2020-11-1947 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast038 Residential Surveying and Sustainability with Kate CharringtonKate Charrington is a residential surveyor and valuer, sustainability and equality advocate and RICS Young Surveyor of the Year finalist. Passionate about sustainability in residential surveying she has developed a voice within the industry through active engagement on social media, in particular LinkedIn where she ranks highly within the industry. As a creative thinker, Kate aims to inspire young people to use their voice to engage with and enhance a cross-collaborative industry, challenge inequality, promote visibility of minorities, and develop an interest in the sustainable future of our industry by advocating SDG2030. What We Cover:
2020-11-1247 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast037 Property Care with Steve Hodgson and Phil ParnhamIn this episode, Marion Ellis and Phil Parnham are interviewing Steve Hodgson, who is Chief Executive Officer at the Property Care Association (PCA) since 2012. He is passionate about the industry which he is proud to serve, and committed to creating and promoting best practice, scientific research and a better technical understanding of moisture related issues. His aim is to help facilitate the delivery of good service and workmanship to consumers, as well as providing effective representation and value for money to all members of the PCA. What We Cover: What PCA is, what they do and...
2020-11-0554 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast036 Sustainability, Wellbeing and Interior Design with Elina GrigoriouElina Grigoriou is a London-based Interior Designer, Sustainability and Wellbeing Expert, as well as the Co-Founder of Grigoriou Interiors. With 20 years’ experience in the global commercial interior design sector, Elina’s extensive knowledge of human-centric design is complemented by an eye for aesthetics and in-depth sustainability know-how. She works at the heart of the latest industry developments and initiatives regarding sustainability and Circular Design Economy, partnering with national and global institutions to drive and support collaborative approaches for systemic change. In 2017, Elina was awarded Honorary Membership to the RICS in recognition of her dedication and work...
2020-10-2950 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast034 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Natasha CollinsNatasha Collins is a Chartered Surveyor, Property Investor, Lecturer and CEO of NC Real Estate, a 100% online firm of surveyors, which specialises in Asset Management and Property Investment Strategy for commercial and residential property in the UK. Over the last 2 years Natasha has become completely location independent and runs her firm of surveyors, property portfolio and life from New York. She is also the host of NC Podcast and a Mental Health Ambassador for LionHeart. What We Cover: Mental health challenges that surveyors are facing and where they can find help and support How...
2020-10-1545 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast033 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Nick HansonNick Hanson is the Founder & CEO at VOSPERS Chartered Surveyors & Valuers, with offices in Farnham (HQ), Reading, Horsham and Twickenham. He has over 30 years of dedicated experience in the property industry, providing advice on a wide range of commercial and residential valuation and surveying matters. Nick is a Goldman Sachs #10ksb alumni programme and a graduate of the Oxford University blockchain strategy programme. He is an accredited expert witness and have acted in both Party Appointed and Single Joint Expert capacity in Family and High Court actions. He is also a member of the following RICS Faculties...
2020-10-0846 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast032 Property and Finance with Maria WiednerMaria Wiedner is the CEO of Cambridge Finance, a specialist real estate training and consulting company, which she founded in 2016 with the aim to teach property professionals more about finance. Maria's passion for property finance and particularly financial modelling is built on her highly quantitative career history, having been an index and financial analyst in several companies in the City of London. Maria also founded Real Estate Women in December 2012 as she saw the need to gather the real estate community to discuss gender equality in the industry. She is now determined to improve the quality of di...
2020-10-0140 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast031 Claims and Compliance with Alexandra AndersonAlexandra Anderson is an insurance lawyer and partner at City law firm RPC, who specialises in defending claims against surveyors and valuers. Either via their insurers and upon direct instructions, Alexandra regularly gets drafted in to act for surveyors on the defence of a wide variety of claims, arising from all aspects of the typical surveying practice, from survey and valuation to property management and receiverships. Alexandra is a regular speaker and author on a wide range of industry topics. She co-edits Hogarth's 'Insurance for the Construction Industry' and was involved in the last 3 revisions...
2020-09-2447 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast030 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Michael HoldenMichael Holden FRICS (MBA, FCABE, FNAEA, FARLA) is the Managing Director of an independent family based Chartered Surveying practice, with offices in Lancashire, the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. Michael was elected to the RICS Governing Council to serve between 2017-2019 on the mandate to promote the independent practitioner. He was the technical author of the 2012 RICS practice note on building surveys and was a member of the RICS product development group which published the guidance note on residential surveys published in December 2013. During his career, he has been involved in 200+ projects that ranged widely in...
2020-09-1750 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast029 Raising the Standards of Built Environment with Gillian CharlesworthGillian Charlesworth is the CEO of BRE Group, the world's leading building science center. Before joining BRE Group, Gillian was an Executive Director at RICS, where she held a number of roles covering assurance and enforcement of standards, global brand growth and thought leadership. She is passionate about the importance and potential of the built environment in creating sustainable, vibrant and productive life on the planet. She promotes responsible leadership and one of her career highlights was being included in Women of the Future’s inaugural top 50 list of Kind Leaders in 2018. What Is...
2020-09-1045 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast028 APC and Visibility with Kevin KeaneKevin Keane MRICS has been working at Walker Fraser Steele Chartered Surveyors since 2013. He carries out all aspects of Residential Valuations, Home Reports and Energy Inspections mainly within Stirling and the surrounding areas. He has an interest in Historic Building Conservation and rural properties. What is Covered: The importance of proper branding of a business The challenges of learning the ropes in your first job after graduating APC interviews How the housing market works in Scotland Kevin’s experience of working through the lockdown Why being fluent in the use of social media is important for su...
2020-09-0337 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast027 Valuation and Diversity with Roy AlbertRoy Albert is a Chartered Valuation Surveyor at the Valuation Office Agency, where he has been working for the past 16 years in different roles. He is also an APC Ambassador at LionHeart, as well as The Surveyor Hub admin. He shares with us his journey from a small village in Dominica to building a career in the surveying industry in the UK. What We Cover: What Valuation Office Agency does and what Roy’s role is How Roy got involved in the surveying industry How he sees diversity and minority representation within the industry The challenges of...
2020-08-2744 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast026 The Surveyor Hub Podcast ReviewWith 25 episodes under the belt, this is a good moment to make a review of the most popular ones, ask for your feedback, and share the journey of The Surveyor Hub Podcast. If you're interested in being part of the conversation and sharing your experience on the show, please get in touch. If you're a surveyor that we've never heard of, if you run your own business and want to step into more visibility, we'd love to help you with that. The Surveyor Hub Podcast Top 6 Episodes: 003 The Impact of the Coronavirus on the...
2020-08-2014 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast025 Dyslexia and Neurodiversity with Garret Kellet and Chloe GillieGarret Kellett is MRICS MRPSA and is the founder of Urban Surveyors. He left school with 2 GCSE’s and after being diagnosed with Dyslexia in later years, graduated from the University of Salford with a first class degree with honours, in Building Surveying. The main focus of his survey work is building pathology. He is currently submitting his application for Chartership with the Institute of Builders. Having worked in education for almost 20 years, Chloe Gillie was surprised to receive an adult diagnosis of ADHD at age 35. She is passionate about self-declaration and using her strengths and resilience to...
2020-08-1341 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast024 Conveyancing With Sarah DwightQualified as a solicitor in 1990, Sarah Dwight has always focused on trying to make the house moving experience better for all those involved. After establishing her own practice, dealing exclusively with residential conveyancing in April 2000, she has seen many changes in how conveyancing is done together with changes in the market. Sarah believes solicitors are at the heart of the house moving process and have a crucial role in making sure that the public receive good advice at a stressful time. For the last nine years, Sarah has been a member of the Law Society Co...
2020-08-0641 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast023 Women in Surveying with Mandy SpenceleyMandy Spencely BSc FRICS is the Area Operations Manager at e.surv Chartered Surveyors, responsible for a team of residential surveyors in Nottingham and Lincoln. e.surv are the UK's largest provider of property risk expertise and residential surveying services, employing over 600 surveyors across the UK. Mandy is also very passionate about training and counselling surveyors on their qualification journey. In her spare time, she serves as a local town Councillor. What We Cover In This Episode: Mandy’s journey to becoming surveyor and deciding to live in a rural area Pros and cons of...
2020-07-3047 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast022 SME Surveyor Business Stories With Emma And Aaron McCluskeyEmma and Aaron McCluskey are a husband and wife team of chartered surveyors who have their own practice in South Hams, Devon, McCluskey Chartered Surveyors. They offer a range of services, from building surveys and inspections, to architectural services and project management. We talk about their different backgrounds and journey to becoming surveyors and setting up their own company. What We Cover In This Episode: Changing the perception of married couples working together Developing resilience and determination to achieve your goals What it’s like setting up a private practice in a rural area Why it is...
2020-07-2347 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast021 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Rebecca JanmanRebecca Janman is a construction consultant, building surveyor and Director at Iceni Surveyors LTD, a company based in Suffolk. With 16 years of experience in building regulations, Rebecca has recently started her own business, after being furloughed due to the pandemic lockdown. What We Cover In This Episode: How the lockdown can be a catalyst for starting a business How the Ronan Point and Grenfell Tower disasters changed building regulations The importance of role models and supported in a surveyor’s career The advantages of having technical knowledge in standards and requirements Connect with Rebecca Ja...
2020-07-1637 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast020 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Juliet WestonJuliet Weston is a Chartered Surveyor with over 30 years experience in the residential sector covering private practice, local government and charity. She carries out all the RICS pre-purchase surveys and have a passion for period vernacular property, having completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Sustainable Building Conservation at Cardiff University. Juliet is a mum of three, and she started to work for herself six years ago. What We Cover In This Episode Why it’s important to have a solid general education as a surveyor The value of experience in both local government and private practice Ho...
2020-07-0948 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast019 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Alan McKeownAlan McKeown MA AssocRICS DipRSV is an independent residential surveyor based in Cheshire. He set up his company Plumb Stone Surveyors in 2017. He has a background in damp surveying, qualified as AssocRICS in 2019 and now conducts damp surveys, HomeBuyer Surveys and Building Surveys. The main focus of his surveys is on building pathology and a preference for heritage property. He is currently doing a conservation course via the CIOB. What We Cover In This Episode: The benefits of experience with sales for a career in surveying Why social media activity needs to be a part of a s...
2020-07-0247 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast018 Being on a Surveyor Panel with Rachel GriffithsRachel Griffiths is Head of Panel Management at SDL Surveying. She joined SDL Surveying in order to develop and expand SDL’s panel network of independent surveying firms to increase capacity and surface diaries for their lender clients. Before she started to work with SDL Surveying, Rachel spent 13 years of her career with HBOS and Halifax Estate agents. What We Cover In This Episode: How SDL approaches wellbeing and diversity What is a panel manager and how it works How SME surveyors companies can apply for a panel How SDL Surveying ensures the representation of...
2020-06-2540 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast017 Men's Health Week with Aaron Daniel and Joe EllisonIn this episode Marion Ellis speaks to Aaron Daniel and Joe Ellison during Men’s Health week in June 2020. Aaron Daniel is a Valuation Surveyor, operating in both the residential and commercial markets. A specialist in reversionary and long-term secure income investments, he spent several years in private equity, becoming AssocRICS and a RICS Registered Valuer in 2015. He began his consultancy in 2020, working directly with other SME’s, serving London and the South East. Aaron believes becoming his own boss has provided more flexibility and greater balance between his work and family life. Joe Ellison is an...
2020-06-1842 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast016 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Dan KnowlesDan Knowles MRICS is a Chartered Surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer. He founded Sawyer Fielding in 2013, a company that represents homeowners affected by the threat of compulsory purchase. Last year he set up a new brand called Websters Surveyors, which offers a range of valuation and surveying services. Understanding the importance of having a secure roof over one’s head, Dan is passionate about charity work, and his company regularly donates to housing related charities in the UK. What We Cover In This Episode: Dan’s personal experiences with compulsory purchase and homelessness The impo...
2020-06-1144 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast015 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Vanessa HardwickVanessa Hardwick is a Chartered Building Surveyor, she runs her own practice near Cardiff, South Wales and focuses on building surveys, project management, party wall surveys and defect analysis mainly in the residential sectors. A mum of three, her career started in local authority specialising in fire safety and project management before moving into residential private practice. What You Will Learn In This Episode: How to deal with dyslexia while writing surveying reports The range of projects you can work on within local authorities How to approach the responsibility of fire risk assessments The importance of e...
2020-06-0434 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast014 Special Returning to Work After LockdownIn this podcast Marion Ellis speaks to a panel to discuss experiences of being away from work and the challenges about returning to surveying and valuation post lockdown. She is joined by mindfulness and meditation expert Laura Coleman, and surveyors Leslie Milson and Tim Kenny who both share their experiences. Laura has set up a free webinar for surveyor, valuers and those in the property industry at 4pm on Monday 8th June, you can register here: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_imBXvDk6SriHNwN0zeoJIw What You Will Learn In This Episode: Why we need to t...
2020-06-0139 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast013 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Tim JonesOur guest today is Tim Jones, a Chartered Building Surveyor, BlueBox Trainer, RICS APC Trainer, Chair, Assessor and SAVA Assessor, who specialises in residential building surveys and valuation advice. Tim also provides training in project management, construction contracts, building surveying and management and leadership. What You Will Learn In This Episode: How to develop resilience as a surveyor The benefits and challenges of doing different types of surveying work, including training, research and project management How to integrate business and life if you are running the business with your family members The importance of...
2020-05-2841 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast012 SME Surveyor Business Stories with Nick BrownNick Brown FRICS is the founder of Ashridge Surveyors. A Residential Building Surveyor, APC Mentor and Assessor he claims to help anyone who asks nicely – so I asked him to share his journey as a small business surveyor on the Surveyor Hub Podcast. What You Will Learn in This Episode: * The business experience you can gain as a school governor * The most difficult part of being a party wall surveyor * Advice for students and learners in the current market conditions * The importance of developing essential soft skills. Connect with Nick Brown: * https://www.linkedin.com/in...
2020-05-2127 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast011 Special - Inspecting Residential Properties During Covid-19Marion Ellis gathered four surveying experts to discuss inspecting residential properties during Covid-19. Phil Parnham A coveted speaker and technical author, Phil is a Chartered Building Surveyor with an expertise in the diagnosis of defects and dampness in residential properties. He has many years of experience in the social housing, higher education and residential sectors and is one of the founders of BlueBox Partners. Chris Hutchings Specialist residential valuer and Chartered Surveyor undertaking a wide range of inspections and reports for corporates and private companies since 1983. Currently, he owns a member...
2020-05-121h 06
The Surveyor Hub Podcast010 Mediation with Claire-Elaine ArthursClaire-Elaine Arthurs is a Solicitor and CEDR Accredited Mediator, who specialises in property related dispute resolution and risk management. As a Partner at Gunnercooke LLP, she is particularly well known for her proactive approach to portfolio and site management. In this podcast she discusses how surveyors can ensure mediation is successful and reduce the need to refer them to the Courts. What You Will Learn in This Episode: * Why boundary disputes are likely to be on the rise in coming months * Communication is vital as there are so many grey areas when it comes to p...
2020-05-0736 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast08 Greg Harrison: PII For Residential Surveyors in an Uncertain MarketIn this episode Marion Ellis talks with Greg Harrison Associate Director in the Professional Indemnity team at Howden Insurance Brokers. Howden have been the RICS preferred professional indemnity broker for approaching 10 years and more recently, preferred broker for Cyber Liability. Greg manages the PII insurance programmes for some of Howdens medium to larger size property and construction accounts and represents Howden at industry groups including the Cross Sector Residential Valuation Forum and its Commercial counterpart. What You Will Learn In This Episode: Questions asked by The Surveyor Hub members following the RICS PII Webinar o...
2020-04-2332 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast07 Careers and APC with Kate TaylorIn this episode Marion Ellis talks with Kate Taylor, an experienced RICS APC Assessor, APC auditor, RICS UK APC Appeal Panel and Chairperson. Kate is lead Tutor for the RICS APC Faculty. She is author of the Commercial and Residential Property Quick Start Revision Guides and the Estates Gazette ‘Pathway to Success’ APC series. What You Will Learn In This Episode: How Kate started her career Her work with Lionheart as a trustee The importance of confidence and presentation at the APC interview How to progress from AssocRICS to MRICS Connect with Kate: https...
2020-04-1626 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast06 SME Surveyor Business Stories With Stephen BonifaceSurveyor Business Stories is our collection of discussion with SME surveyors and valuers where we talk about their business. In this episode Marion Ellis talks with Stephen Boniface, Chartered Building Surveyor specialising in historic building conservation, party walls and expert witness work. He is a Partner at Whitworth Co-Partnership LLP. What You Will Learn In This Episode: How Stephen started his career and came to specialise in conservation and expert witness work How professional advice could be delivered remotely, the possibility and potential of virtual surveys and self-survey apps We discuss how home owners...
2020-04-0937 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast05 Surveyor Business Stories with Justin MasonSurveyor Business Stories is our collection of discussion with SME surveyors and valuers where we talk about their business. In this episode Marion Ellis speaks to Justin Mason, the founder of Justin Mason Valuation Consultancy. Justin specialises in the valuation of residential homes and investments in prime central London worth between £3M and £40M for wealth planning, taxation or litigation. What You Will Learn In This Episode: Valuing property in difficult markets Why a copywriter can make a difference to the way you compile your reports Is the valuation of high value properties any di...
2020-04-0239 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast03 The Impact of Coronavirus on the Surveying CommunityIn this episode Marion Ellis and Phil Parnham discuss the impact of the coronavirus on the surveying community as individuals and businesses. They share their thoughts on what you can do to engage customers, the dangers of virtual surveys and technology you can use. Welcome to The Surveyor Hub Podcast, brought to you by BlueBox Partners, the only show dedicated to small business residential surveyors and valuers. This podcast is created by surveyors for surveyors. I’m your host Marion Ellis, and my guest in this episode is Phil Parnham, the Director of BlueBox Partners....
2020-03-2130 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast02 Surveyor Hub Live: SME Surveyor Business Discussion PanelWelcome to The Surveyor Hub Podcast, brought to you by BlueBox Partners, the only show dedicated to small business residential surveyors and valuers. This podcast is created by surveyors for surveyors. I’m your host Marion Ellis. This episode is a recording of the SME discussion panel at our recent Surveyor Hub Live! Event held at the National Coal Museum near Wakefield. My guests are - Larry Russen https://www.linkedin.com/in/larry-russen-b1641617/ John Brownlow https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-brownlow-47375052/ Alan Appleby https://www.linkedin.com/in/alan-ap...
2020-03-1631 min
The Surveyor Hub Podcast01 Welcome to The Surveyor Hub PodcastWelcome to the first episode of The Surveyor Hub Podcast, brought to you by BlueBox Partners, the only show dedicated to small business residential surveyors and valuers. This podcast is created by surveyors for surveyors. I’m your host Marion Ellis, and my guest in this episode is Phil Parnham, the Director of BlueBox Partners. In this Episode of The Surveyor Hub Podcast: - Who are BlueBox Partners and how they got started - What is The Surveyor Hub and who are the members of this community - The lifestyle and work of re...
2020-03-0117 min