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The West Midlands encompasses the five shires of Staffordshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, Warwickshire and Worcestershire, and a large conurbation that includes Birmingham, Coventry, Wolverhampton and the Black Country.
West Midlands Regional Board
UK Regional Boards are an integral part of the RICS governance structure, facilitating a multi-way flow of information between the central RICS, World Regional Board, and members.
Boards also work closely with the UK market team to advise and support engagement activities tailored to the specific priorities of the region.
Partner, Rapley LLP
Richard is a Partner at Rapleys, based within their Birmingham office and leads the Building Surveying team, specialising in multiple sectors across the West Midlands and UK. He is a Fellow of the RICS as well as being an RICS Registered Expert Witness and Chair for The Marches (an RICS LPG) since 2018. Richard began ... his career in industry as a plumber before moving into consultancy as a Land Surveyor and Setting Out Engineer prior to moving into commercial Building Surveying in 2005. ‘Joining the regional board at such a turbulent time for the RICS may appear challenging, however, I see it as an ideal time and platform to reengage with members and for members to have more of an input with the RICS on a regional basis.’ Read More
Director, @AS-Plexus
Suki, the Director and owner of @AS-Plexus, provides short-term professional consultancy services to the construction industry. With 18 years of experience as a Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Employer’s Agent, and Project Manager, Suki has worked on various projects in both the public and private sectors. In 2024, ... she achieved FRICS status. Between 2024 and 2025, Suki was the Chair of Birmingham Local Professional Association, facilitating development and connections within the industry. During her year as Chair, the committee offered members CPD and networking events prioritising Member engagement and feedback. Outside of work, Suki is a mother of two, Ashton (10) and Sienna (7). Mental health is important to her, and she has completed BACP L2 & L3 Certificates in Counselling skills and studies, working towards a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. Suki aims to help people improve their lives, provide emotional support, and empower them to make positive life changes. Read More
Associate Project Manager, Arcadis
Anesh is an Associate at Arcadis with experience spanning multi-million-pound projects in sectors including Local Government, Highways and Defence. By background, Anesh is a qualified chartered building surveyor and his areas of expertise include project management of various complexity. Anesh was appointed to the ... regional board in 2023 and is involved in supporting existing and new members and inspiring the next generation of surveyor. Anesh continues to coach APC candidates helping them to achieve their chartership as well as visiting schools and universities promoting interest in the profession. Anesh is also a member of Association for Project Management and Chartered Fellow (CMgr FCMI) with the Chartered Management Institute. ‘As a RICS regional board member, Anesh will champion, shape and amplify the RICS across the region.’ Read More
Director, Turner & Townsend
Ben is a Director at Turner & Townsend in Real Estate Cost Management, Birmingham, UK. With a passion for regeneration projects and bringing new life to the world through this role, Ben leverages extensive expertise in the construction industry. Ben started the RICS Black Country Local Members Group in 2022. ... As a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and a Chartered Operational Manager with the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), Ben brings a wealth of over 20 years of knowledge to the West Midlands board. Read More
Director, Development, Savills
Sarah is a Chartered Planning and Development Surveyor, specialising in development consultancy for a range of sectors across the Midlands. She is a Director in the Savills Birmingham Development Team, where she is responsible for undertaking property market and land-use analysis for both master-planning advice and ... as part of economic assessment and market appraisals; undertaking assessments and development appraisals; and providing subsequent development advice. She carries out Financial Viability Assessment across the country and is a Registered Valuer. She has been a previous chair of Birmingham Matrics and is an APC Assessor. Read More
Director and Co-Owner, Colmore Consulting Limited
Charles is a Director and Co-Owner of Colmore Consulting who specialise in providing procurement and commercial services to the infrastructure sector. Charles’ expertise lies in supporting his clients with the delivery of major infrastructure programmes with a focus on pre-contract strategy, supply chain engagement ... and procurement. Charles has worked on many of the UK’s largest infrastructure programmes including, Crossrail, Thames Tideway Tunnel, High Speed 2 as well working within the Defence, Mining and Water sectors supporting clients with the delivery of their capital portfolios. Charles joined the RICS West Midlands Board as he is passionate about supporting the next generation of surveyors in our region. ‘With unprecedented levels of investment in construction activity in the West Midlands with some of UK’s largest infrastructure programmes on our doorstep, I am looking forward to helping the RICS capitalise on this opportunity. Read More
Associate Director, SEGRO PLC
Krystal is an Associate Director at SEGRO PLC leading major logistics developments across the Midlands. Krystal is a chartered project management surveyor with over 20 years industry experience across a variety of sectors including, logistics, industrial, manufacturing, nuclear and high rise residential. Krystal ... is also an APC Assessor and Inspire Ambassador for the RICS nurturing future talent and the next generation of Surveyors. Krystal is a keen influencer on matters relating to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and involved in various charity projects with particular focus on improving employment skills in our local communities. Read More
Director, RP Rural And Energy Ltd
Rob has 25 years of experience in the management of substantial and diverse landed Estates with multi-million pound turnovers, in addition to broader rural property consultancy. He has a strong track record of delivering major change, structural improvement and developing businesses. ... Read More
Senior Surveyor, BNP Paribas Real Estate
Kezia is a Senior Surveyor at BNP Paribas Real Estate, based within their Birmingham office specialising in Commercial Property Management. She works on portfolios across the Midlands region for clients such as Prologis and National Grid. She is currently Chair of the Midlands branch of Women in Property and is passionate ... about Equality and Diversity and is keen to encourage the younger generation into the industry within the region. Read More
Market engagement lead
Graham has been with RICS since 2012, the majority of this time has been spent working in a member engagement role. He is currently the Market Engagement Lead for the Midlands and South West regions (including the Channel Islands), working in partnership with the regional boards and local member groups to deliver ... a tailored plan of engagement and advocacy activity. Read More
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