Rising stars in Welsh surveying: introducing the Welsh Matrics Awards nominees
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27 August 2026
The RICS Matrics Surveyor Awards 2026 celebrate the best of early careers talent in categories spanning across all pathways, as well as individuals making an impact, and those excelling as students, apprentices, graduates, ambassadors and mentors.
These prestigious awards recognise high standards of professionalism, innovation and achievement within the built environment. The release of the nomination shortlist is a moment to reflect on the successes of early careers professionals in Wales who are making an outstanding contribution to the profession and demonstrating their potential as future leaders.
Two individuals from Wales have been nominated in this year’s below. We’re sharing more about their stories and contribution below.
Sadie Enoch, Student of the Year nominee
Sadie is a third year Real Estate student at the University of South Wales. As a participant of the Network 75 scheme, she is hosted on her degree by NHS Wales Specialist Estates Services, spending three days a week with the NHS team, and two days a week at university.
Despite the challenge of navigating a packed and demanding schedule of work and study, Sadie has excelled. Her grades are excellent, and her contribution to the surveying profession, so early in her career, is vast. Sadie not only accompanies and supports her Network 75 mentor Sian Cornwell-Shaw to careers fairs, guest lectures, and talks in schools, she has even run her own sessions at events such at the University of South Wales Built Environment Taster Day.
Sadie’s ability to share her enthusiasm with her peers, with confidence and professionalism, has been an invaluable asset for the ambassador scheme, and last year she was recognised for her efforts with the Robert Knight Memorial Prize for Best Overall Built Environment Student.
Jay Weaver, Mentor of the Year nominee
Jay is a Managing Quantity Surveyor at AtkinsRéalis, nominated for his ability to motivate and support his mentees to take ownership of their professional growth and success.
As a mentor, Jay is praised for his ability combine a proactive and structured approach to mentoring with meaningful day to day guidance. He has fostered an environment where early-career professionals feel comfortable seeking advice and asking questions. What’s more, he is marked out as an exceptional role model who demonstrates professionalism, technical competence, and a strong work ethic, while remaining patient and encouraging. Notably, Jay established himself as a trusted mentor before becoming a formal line manager, consistently taking the initiative to support and guide junior colleagues.
Jay’s mentoring is credited with accelerating individual development while strengthening the capability, confidence, and performance of the wider team.
Find out more about the RICS Matrics Surveyor Awards, and book your ticket to the 2026 ceremony.
