Australia Awards 2024
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The RICS Awards showcase the most inspirational initiatives and developments in land, real estate, construction and infrastructure. They recognise outstanding achievement, teamwork and companies.
We are delighted to announce the prestigious Teams and Individuals that are shortlisted as Finalists for the RICS Australia Awards 2024.
The RICS Awards bestow both local and global recognition. They recognise industry leading achievements and demonstrate the upholding of the highest standards of professionalism and ethics by individuals and teams across the built and natural environments.
See the Finalists below.
2024 Finalists
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Team Nominations
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Individual Nominations
Nominated for: Valuation Team of the Year
Asset Advisory Team
At Acumentis, our Asset Advisory team are not your run-of-the-mill consultants; we are truly passionate about the future of the valuation industry, taking pride in delivering high quality and compliant complex asset valuation and advisory services across Australia.
As an Australian business, operating as a family unit and caring for our people is in our roots. We bring fun and enjoyment to all aspects of our operations, whilst upholding the professional integrity and ethical standards of our industry.
We are very proud of our progress and impact, and aren’t resting on our laurels, pushing the boundaries to elevate our profession.
Nominated for: Valuation Team of the Year
The nominee for this award is Sam Paton, & his company Agribusiness Valuations Australia.
He has always strived for excellence in Valuation practice including developing innovative techniques for valuing this complex class of primary production assets.
Practice activities have spanned across Australia & the Marlborough wine region of New Zealand.
They have included Australia’s largest contiguous freehold property - Yanga Station at Balranald NSW, 84,000 hectares.
In addition, valuations have included, Tipperary Station, Northern Territory, which is an aggregation of 1 million hectares.
The 30 plus years of practice have been challenging but immensely rewarding, particularly the positive outcomes achieved.
Nominated for: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year
Altus Group contributed to the successful delivery of the Blacktown Exercise Sports and Technology (BEST) Hub, an ambitious project that transformed the Blacktown International Sportspark into Australia’s most innovative and integrated sports, health and education precinct.
Director David Collins, Associate Nicholas Williams and Senior Quantity Surveyor Athanasios Kordas led the team, providing complete Quantity Surveying services from Masterplanning through to Final Account.
BEST Hub has exceeded expectations in its social outcomes and credibility as a leading sporting destination in Australia and is set to improve athletes’ performance and the community’s health for many years to come.
Nominated for: Building Consultancy Team of the Year
Garry Andrews and Due Diligence Team
Garry Andrews and his team are nominees for the Building Consultancy Team of the Year due to their exemplary contributions to the construction consultancy sector.
Their innovative use of digital twin technology in the Kashmir Apartments project revolutionised building inspections and technical due diligence, setting new industry benchmarks. This technology enabled precise and efficient problem-solving, significantly reducing the environmental impact of traditional methods.
Their ability to integrate cutting-edge solutions across diverse projects demonstrates their leadership and commitment to improving construction standards and enhancing building resilience and sustainability. Their work exemplifies the pinnacle of professional excellence in building consultancy.
Nominated for: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year
Wael Shehata and Quantity Surveying Team
Wael Shehata and his Quantity Surveying team are nominated for the Quantity Surveying Team of the Year for their outstanding performance on Project EnergyConnect, a pioneering AUD$2 billion energy infrastructure project.
They not only managed the project’s extensive resources but also developed a bespoke system tailored specifically for this initiative, redefining procurement and contract management efficiency. Their innovative strategies minimised fiscal risks, ensuring the project stayed within budget and on schedule.
Through their exceptional work, they have advanced the field of quantity surveying, setting new benchmarks for the integration of sophisticated contract management practices with strategic commercial strategies.
Nominated for: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year
Brisbane Airport Terminal 3 Precinct Program – Delivery Model, Packaging and Procurement Strategy Project Team / Arcadis
Arcadis’ Cost and Commercial Management (CCM) Team brings a game-changing approach to Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) for the Terminal 3 Precinct development. Surpassing the typical quantity surveyors (QS) roles in Australia, their unparalleled market knowledge and strategic procurement advice catapult them to the forefront of their field.
With a deep understanding of market dynamics, the team’s solutions were fit-for-purpose and forward-thinking. Their commitment to delivering innovative and future-proof solutions solidifies their position as a trusted partner in navigating complex airport development projects.
The team’s market analysis expertise and strategic approach set them apart, ensuring successful outcomes for BAC.
Nominated for: Environmental Impact Award
H-DAC – Optimisation
The Government client for this initiative had placed emphasis on finding and implementing energy-saving measures to meet its ambitious goal of reducing emissions by 43% by 2030.
It was identified that HVAC-R systems consumed a massive 50-60% of the estates energy consumption. BGIS partnered with Cresstec to establish a World first trial of the HDAC product on a Package Air-Conditioning Unit.
The results were outstanding.
•average annual energy savings of 40.05%
•20.18-ton CO2 reduction
•System refrigerant leakage reduced from average 10% to under 1%.
•System life increased in proportion to the electrical savings.
•1.8-year payback (R.O.I) to the client.
Nominated for: Property / Facilities Management Team of the Year
CBRE Property Management NSW Poly Centre
Poly Centre at 210 George Street is managed by a dynamic team of CBRE property professionals, each bringing varied, extensive skills and experience to their roles, the sum of which demonstrates industry leadership in setting performance standards.
Their excellence is demonstrated in their combined expertise in asset management and customer experience. Embedded in their professional practice is a keen understanding of what makes Poly Centre and its community thrive. With a focus on deep tenant engagement with a new build, the team has exceeded the expectations of clients and tenants alike, delivering an outstanding service to the Poly Centre community.
Nominated for: Property / Facilities Management Team of the Year
Deka portfolio - CBRE
The CBRE team demonstrates industry-leading standards in all aspects of asset management across Deka Immobilien’s Australian portfolio. Their commitment to continual improvement, collaboration and innovation is evident in their performance, including the successful coordination of a number of significant CapEx projects.
Their innovative strategies integrate arts, culture, and community into the corporate office environment, deepening tenant engagement and fostering a sense of community, while aligning with Deka’s core values and priorities.
Nominated for: Property / Facilities Management Team of the Year
Team Innovation - CBRE
CBRE has had a long-standing relationship with ISPT. Our partnership is rooted in the concept on innovation. Innovation Day was created to improve and succeed in new ways by seeking feedback and evaluating our current working model. We wanted to collaborate with contractors to explore innovative ideas in technology, processes, and systems for our buildings. By partnering with contractors, we aimed to enhance our day-to-day responsibilities and shape a better future environment.
The focus was on finding as many ideas as possible to meet ISPT’s needs, those of their tenants, and make meaningful steps towards ESG targets.
Nominated for: Real Estate Advisory Team of the Year
Rest Super - Real Estate Strategy
CBRE partnered with Rest Super to redefine their office spaces in Sydney and Brisbane, aligning with Rest’s evolving working policy and growth targets. The collaboration integrated multiple CBRE units, conducting comprehensive assessments and financial modelling to secure tenant-favourable solutions.
Notably, in Sydney, CBRE identified benefits in consolidating offices, while in Brisbane, they navigated market uncertainties and negotiated expansion rights. Innovative technology solutions streamlined the process, and sustainability was prioritised, with buildings selected based on high ESG ratings and green lease structures.
This holistic approach exemplifies CBRE’s commitment to delivering tailored, sustainable solutions and driving innovation in commercial real estate.
Nominated for: Research Team of the Year
The Research team at Charter Keck Cramer delivers independent, forward-looking insights into the Australian real estate market, empowering clients to make strategic development decisions.
Anchored by a one-of-a-kind Proprietary National Apartment Database, meticulously maintained for over 15 years, offering unique and unrivalled data that remains unparalleled in the industry. Comprising skilled professionals including Data Analysts, a Senior Spatial Analyst, Research Consultants, and Property Research Assistants, each member plays a vital role in the team.
Together, the Research team provide comprehensive analysis and invaluable guidance, ensuring Charter Keck Cramer’s clients stay ahead in an ever-evolving market landscape.
Nominated for: Valuation Team of the Year
Charter Keck Cramer’s Commercial Valuations team provides independent valuation advisory to a variety of commercial and specialist property market segments, including office, industrial, retail, mixed use, health and aged care, hospitality and leisure, education and childcare, government as well as infrastructure and utilities.
With a group of experienced and highly regarded property valuers, Charter Keck Cramer is recognised on the property valuations panels of major financial institutions within Australia and a range of Statutory Authorities and provide services to enterprise-level clients.
Nominated for: Project Management Team of the Year
Colliers Project Leaders for Central Coast Leagues Club Redevelopment
Colliers Project Leaders were appointed by Central Coast Leagues Club (CCLC) to lead, project manage and deliver their internal redevelopment to modernise the existing Club, providing the local community with improvements to food, beverage and entertainment offerings on the Central Coast of NSW. The works revitalised and reinvented the Club, creating a new dining, sports bar, café and entertainment area.
The works were undertaken whilst the Club was operating and involved significant structural, internal and façade upgrades to the existing building. The works were successfully managed by Colliers, designed by Altis Architects and constructed by Belmadar Pty Ltd.
Nominated for: Research Team of the Year
The Colliers Research team continuously endorses neutrality and authoritative insights, translating complex data into impactful emerging market trends and commentaries.
Invested in predicting the future of commercial real estate, the Research team provides accurate evidence-based analysis of the industry to support our experts and our clients with integrity.
Based in several states, the Research team excels in the Office, Retail, Industrial and Logistics sectors, working on sharing quarterly reports often diffused in the news, asserting its strong leading voice within the industry.
Nominated for: Building Consultancy Team of the Year
Cushman & Wakefield’s Building Consultancy Team include a wide range of specialists that address critical building aspects associated with condition, compliance, cost, function and risk. Our nationally unified team focus on providing the optimum building advice to enhance owner, occupier, social and environmental outcomes.
We were commissioned to assess the condition of a large community portfolio within a condensed timeframe and covering a detailed scope. In order to meet the brief, we drew upon local and national staff as well as specialised sub consultants in order to achieve a successful outcome, exceeding client expectations.
Nominated for: Property / Facilities Management Team of the Year
One Farrer Property Management Team
A customer centric team working collaboratively to provide an engaging & sustainable vertical community for the building occupants is at the core of One Farrer Property Management Team.
They pride themselves on being a professional team that builds strong & supportive relationships with their customers. This is reflected in the team’s outstanding NPS results where customers specifically highlighted their responsiveness & professionalism.
The building’s portal has successfully engaged more than half the building’s occupants, helping them access all the amenities One Farrer offers. The team has also worked with customers to enhance sustainability of the precinct, creating a positive and more sustainable workplace.
Nominated for: Research Team of the Year
Australian Real Asset Review
The team produces its flagship publication every quarter - The Australian Real Estate Quarterly Review. The purpose of the publication is to inform investors of trends and current issues that affect their investments.
In recent years the team has faced a major challenge as the organization has expanded. The Research team has successfully broadened its focus and that of the publication to include healthcare and other alternative sectors as well as infrastructure. The publication is now named the Australian Real Asset Review.
Nominated for: Environmental Impact Award
erbas™ SUSTAIN is led by Dr Jane Lai (Associate Director | National Sustainability & Strategy Lead), and consists of Dr Tony Lam (Associate | Sustainability Consultant), Kretheka Natarajan Rajeswari (Senior Sustainability Consultant | Green Star Lead), Shreya Abhang (Senior Sustainability Consultant | NSW Lead), Aditi Abnave (Sustainability Consultant), Suyash Parikh (Sustainability Consultant), and Kun Peng (ESD Modeller).
The team provides high quality services in sustainability including Green Star, WELL, GRESB, ESG, net zero design, and compliance assessments. A notable project includes a five storey plus basement building that is on track to become Australia’s first 6 Star Green Star and WELL Gold education building.
Nominated for: Real Estate Advisory Team of the Year
EY Real Estate Advisory Team
The EY Real Estate Advisory Team has been at the forefront of specializing in the emerging Institutional Build-to-Rent. Our journey began with our inaugural engagement in this emerging sector, where a Government Body entrusted EY to deliver a research paper revealing the rationale behind BtR and its potential to address the pressing need for affordable housing.
Since then our team has dedicated considerable time and effort to better understand the fundamental drivers of this emerging asset class. The EY Team proudly stands as the top advisors in Australia for BtR initiatives.
Nominated for: Property / Facilities Management Team of the Year
Grosvenor Place is a highly celebrated landmark building in Sydney’s CBD. Designed with one eye on the future in 1988 by Harry Seidler OAM, the tower has always been a hub of culture.
The epitome of culture at work, the primary objective of Grosvenor Place is to elevate everyone’s day — in and around the building — with unique experiences and spaces to inspire.
Recognising the challenges of encouraging the community to return to working from the office, the Grosvenor Place management team developed a market leading community engagement program resulting in increased occupancy and returning a 92% satisfaction score.
Nominated for: Project Management Team of the Year
JLL - 101 Ground Floor Evolution Team
The remarkable Ground Floor Evolution project at 101 Collins St, managed and delivered by JLL, brings a transformative experience to the building entrance while preserving the iconic architectural elements integral to Melbourne’s diverse urban fabric.
Headed by JLL PDS, the project successfully collaborated with AXA, building management, and tenants. The team’s dedication, clear guidance, and effective communication facilitated a seamless construction process, minimizing disruptions for occupants.
The resulting changes, including an architectural façade entry, sculptures, and a serene lobby, have garnered overwhelmingly positive feedback, securing 101 Collins St’s position as the leading premium commercial office building for years to come.
Nominated for: Real Estate Advisory Team of the Year
The Australian Strategic Consulting national team works across all elements of JLL and provides advisory services to clients from various industries. This includes incorporating research, advice and real time data, in specific asset classes, to enable clients to make effective and viable business decisions with their real estate.
We are not only committed to achieving outstanding financial outcomes for our clients and importantly also maximising social outcomes. This is exemplified by our development advisory projects in collaboration with The Salvation Army. The advisory work for TSA included applied research, feasibility advice and development partner procurement services.
Nominated for: Building Consultancy Team of the Year
Knight Frank Building Consultancy
In late July 2023, the Knight Frank Building Consultancy team was awarded a significant instruction to provide technical due diligence advice on an Aged Care and Medical Centre portfolio comprising of 5 aged care sites and 6 medical centres across NSW, QLD and WA on behalf of Catalyst Health REIT.
Nominated for: Environmental Impact Award
WorkZone East Team - Knight Frank Australia
Knight Frank’s Asset Management Services Property Management Team in Perth comprising of Janitha Kaushal, Dianna Le, Grant Reid and Terri Taylor are deserving of the Environmental Impact Award of the Year Award.
In conjunction with RF Corval and Cundall, they have not only achieved many sustainability firsts with the WorkZone East building but are continuing to produce tangible results by committing to electrification over the next decade whilst ensuring high levels of client and tenant satisfaction. Their initiatives range from the installation of heat plant electrification to ‘A Gift of Seeds’ tenant activations and Waste Watchers @ Work volunteer groups.
Nominated for: Property / Facilities Management Team of the Year
WorkZone East Team - Knight Frank Australia
Knight Frank’s Asset Management Services Property Management Team in Perth comprising of Janitha Kaushal, Dianna Le, Grant Reid and Terri Taylor are deserving of the Property/Facilities Management Team of the Year award.
In conjunction with RF Corval and Cundall, they have not only achieved many sustainability firsts with the WorkZone East building but are continuing to produce tangible results by committing to electrification over the next decade whilst ensuring high levels of client and tenant satisfaction. Their initiatives range from the installation of heat plant electrification to ‘A Gift of Seeds’ tenant activations and Waste Watchers @ Work volunteer groups.
Nominated for: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year
At Koste, our expertise in tax depreciation reshapes how the industry approaches quantity surveying. Annually, we expertly measure and price thousands of jobs, leveraging our proprietary AI-driven software, Capal, to deliver unmatched accuracy and efficiency.
This innovation not only maximizes tax savings for numerous investors and businesses but also sets a new benchmark for the industry. Our nomination for RICS Quantity Surveyor of the Year is not just for individual project excellence; it celebrates our transformative impact on the field, demonstrating our commitment to advancing the profession and aiding others in the sector.
Nominated for: Environmental Impact Award
Establishing Concrete Carbon Limits
The Laing O’Rourke nominated team collaborated to set the company’s carbon limits for concrete. Concrete is a high-carbon material and is widely used in construction. As such, it represents one of the biggest levers for the company to reduce its emissions and accelerate its net zero journey.
The initiative describes two types of limits: a maximum tolerance of emissions for all procured concrete and a low-carbon concrete definition for projects to set their own targets against. The organisation will now estimate, design, plan construction, and purchase concrete that adheres to these new standards.
Nominated for: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year
A state-of-the-art vaccine manufacturing facility, of national significance and important to Australia’s ability to be self-sufficient in manufacturing vaccines. Linesight’s Quantity Surveying Team contribute to this critical project by providing comprehensive quantity surveying and cost management services with positive project outcomes already achieved.
The Melbourne-based team demonstrates a proactive, collaborative, approach, combined with technical expertise, local market knowledge and strong commitment to excellence, to support the expansion of the client’s manufacturing footprint and help navigate the complexities of the construction space.
Nominated for: Building Consultancy Team of the Year
The MBM Building Consultancy Team, led by Director Alan Stewart MRICS, is a leading national player in the delivery of comprehensive post-occupancy advice and services. The team has experienced unprecedented growth following their leadership in defect reporting under the SBBIS Scheme, lifecycle analysis for a national hotel portfolio, and technical assessments for state government clients.
Their ability to secure repeat work and attract new business highlights their strong project outcomes and high client satisfaction. More recently, the team have been engaged to undertake a Church Portfolio throughout the Asia-Pacific region including sites in Kaohsiung, Taiwan.
Nominated for: Building Certification Team of the Year
Nominated for this award, I, Kingsley Lunt, endorse the McKenzie Group team. It is our proactive approach in comprehending and meeting client needs that fosters trust and enriches their experience.
Our unwavering pursuit of excellence propels ongoing enhancements, yielding outcomes beyond expectation. Having not only met but exceeded revenue targets in the previous period, our strategic planning, client engagement, and resource management optimized profitability. Our ability to identify new market prospects and deliver outstanding value ensures the financial robustness and longevity of our enterprise.
Nominated for: Building Consultancy Team of the Year
Mansfield Property Advisory is a leading building consultancy specialising in technical due diligence, building condition assessment, and asset life-cycle audits. As experts in the built environment, they deliver comprehensive evaluations to both private and government clients throughout Australia. MPA’s core services encompass thorough analyses of building conditions, identifying risks, and providing strategic recommendations to optimise asset performance.
Their team combines technical proficiency with a commitment to excellence, offering insights that drive informed decision-making and mitigate risks. With a focus on innovation and sustainability, MPA ensures clients receive tailored solutions that maximize value and promote long-term resilience in their real-estate assets.
Nominated for: Building Certification Team of the Year
Professional Certification Group (PCG) stands as a beacon of excellence and innovation in the construction industry. With a steadfast commitment to achieving exceptional outcomes, fostering client satisfaction, promoting industry best practices, and enhancing building resilience, PCG continues to lead by example.
As we look to the future, PCG remains dedicated to delivering excellence, forging enduring partnerships, and embracing continuous innovation to meet the evolving needs of our clients and stakeholders. Together, we will continue to build a brighter, more resilient future for the construction industry.
Nominated for: Real Estate Advisory Team of the Year
ResolveXO’s team, led by Adam Hodgson, spearheaded the management of KPMG’s property portfolio, notably in the renewal project at International Towers, Barangaroo. Amidst challenges posed by post-pandemic uncertainties, ResolveXO’s innovative approach stood out.
They developed sophisticated financial models, analysing 25 scenarios to optimise workspace requirements. This data-driven strategy, coupled with innovative lease negotiations, secured long-term occupancy benefits for KPMG, managing risks associated with surplus space and subleases.
ResolveXO’s commitment to sustainability was evident in promoting KPMG’s continued presence at Barangaroo, one of the most environmentally sustainable workplaces globally.
Nominated for: Project Management Team of the Year
Savills Project Management delivered the Blacktown Exercise Sport & Technology Hub (BEST) from Project Brief, Business Case approval and all the way through to the official opening.
The project provides-
•State-of-the-art training facilities.
•Aquatic recovery facilities.
•Community Health Hub.
•Physiology and Biomechanics laboratories.
•Boutique hotel.
•Physical Literacy area.
•Strength and Rehabilitation Suite.
•60m analysis track with integrated force plates / motion capture cameras.
The teams unwavering pursuit of design excellence and budget compliance has delivered a unique and striking contemporary design and the project has ensured health, education, rehabilitation and sporting opportunities for well into the future.
Nominated for: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year
Slattery is a property and construction advisory firm specialising in early phase advisory, quantity surveying, cost management, integrated project control measures and carbon planning.
Founded in 1976 and fully Australian owned, our dedicated and experienced team is focused on delivering the most efficient solutions for our clients. Our capabilities are supported by tailored technological solutions to always provide the best care and outcomes for a specific project.
Slattery has earned the trust of clients, leading architects and project managers through our innovative, collaborative, client-focused service. We strive to achieve better outcomes for the community through the built environment.
Nominated for: Environmental Impact Award
The Footprint Company (TFC) showcases its mission to enable the property sector to action their net zero goals through Grosvenor Place’s Adaptive Tenancy Reuse project. TFC assessed and quantified the upfront carbon and waste benefits of an adaptive reuse strategy, applying RICS’ ICMS-3, WLCA, and reporting standards.
They demonstrated a 24% reduction against industry business-as-usual and identified further emissions mitigation of 16%. The results and carbon performance brief went beyond the Grosvenor’s expectations and now guides future tenancy refits for carbon mitigation. The team collaborated to share their learnings with RICS members in a formal CPD seminar, elevating the industry.
Nominated for: Project Management Team of the Year
BHP’s New Office Fit-Out within Brookfield Tower One is the largest project by BHP’s Property & Workplace team in Australia and is set to achieve a 6-star Greenstar rating. Turner & Townsend’s project management team has been instrumental to the ongoing fit-out of 23 of the iconic 45-storey building, covering 31,000 square metres of tenancy.
Turner & Townsend’s successful work on this project to date stems from the exemplary knowledge and expertise of the project team, which combines decades of experience over a breadth of disciplines, including architecture and estimation, allowing an intimate understanding to provide trustworthy advice.
Nominated for: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year
Project Cost Management Group (PCMG) is a dynamic firm with experience in Project Cost Management dedicated to providing accurate and timely cost advice to successfully manage project capital and maintenance expenditure.
We provide advice to clients in both the private and public sector, ranging from strategic advice in business case preparation, costing planning services, project delivery and procurement, and supporting cost information for building audits, due diligence and the whole of life analysis.
PCMG played a pivotal role in ensuring the successful and timely delivery of a statewide rollout program for the Victoria Police, aimed at safeguarding all frontline officers and maintaining community safety. Their development of a Summary Tool designed to capture bulk variables and risks across all regional stations in Victoria, was instrumental in overcoming this challenge.
Moreover, the tool’seffectiveness led to its adoption by the client for use in other programs and project teams, further highlighting PCMG’s innovative approach and impactful contributions.
Nominated for: Property / Facilities Management Team of the Year
Mount Pleasant Centre Management Team, CBRE
Mount Pleasant Centre, a 22,500 sqm shopping destination in Regional Queensland, is run by a dynamic and highly skilled team, each bringing varied, extensive experience to their roles, the sum of which demonstrates industry leadership in setting performance standards. Collaboration and community engagement are core tenets of their professional practice, fostering strong relationships with their clientele and creating unique experiences for all visitors.
Guided by a robust set of values encompassing diversity, respect, integrity, and social impact, their management strategy is driven by excellence. They consistently deliver exceptional outcomes for the Centre’s owner and elevate the satisfaction of their customers.
Nominated for: Emerging Achiever of the Year
Abi lives and breathes sustainability. As Director of ESG for CBRE’s Pacific Property Management business, he has spearheaded the overarching strategies to bolster the impact of operations at CBRE’s managed properties.
Through implementing innovative technology platforms to enhance monitoring, tracking, and reporting of ESG performance, he diligently works to drive environmental change, social impact and good governance. Abi is no doubt positioning himself as an industry leader, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to integrate ESG into decision-making processes and championing a brighter, more sustainable future in the built environment.
Nominated for: Emerging Achiever of the Year
Aditi Abnave joined the erbas™ SUSTAIN team in 2021. She conducts herself with professionalism and integrity when communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
Highlights at erbas™ include working closely with Cbus Property, ISPT, and Mirvac in their GRESB submissions for multiple years, by delivering their work with high diligence. She is currently leading the sustainability side for Teaching & Learning Building for Caulfield Grammar School, which is on track to become Australia’s first 6 Star Green Star and WELL Gold education building. She is working on finalising multiple Green Star jobs for certification this year, obtained her WELL AP status recently.
Nominated for: Emerging Achiever of the Year
Jack Hartley is a senior commercial manager, specialising in mechanical, electrical and plumbing. He predominantly works in the industrial science and technology sector, with a primary focus on data centres.
Despite the highly complex, technical and dynamic nature of data centre delivery, and having just five years of experience, Jack has been able to navigate a broad range of stakeholders to achieve a balance between quality, time and cost. He has proven to be able to work autonomously and take responsibility for the commercials on client projects, managing their successful delivery in a range of new markets across Asia-Pacific.
Nominated for: Emerging Achiever of the Year
Jacob Digby, with a degree in Property Economics from UTS, demonstrates a proactive approach and impactful achievements that transcend his role as a Property Analyst at ResolveXO. His accomplishment of securing his first client within his first year on the job showcases his passion for the property industry, as well as his effective skills and ability to exceed expectations.
Moreover, Jacob has introduced an advanced financial analysis tool that has benefited clients and improved team collaboration, further demonstrating his innovative contributions. This achievement not only reflects personal excellence but also significantly contributes to the firm’s growth.
Nominated for: Emerging Achiever of the Year
Kretheka NR, a sustainability expert at erbas™SUSTAIN, has rapidly proven her exceptional talent since joining in 2022. Leading the certification of NatHERS portfolio and managing numerous Green Star projects, Kretheka achieved notable successes, including six certifications in first-round. Her role in ESG Discovery Phase for a private school in Victoria demonstrated her strong analytical skills and commitment to sustainable development.
Her innovative thinking on parametric modeling and leadership in developing internal training seminars showcase her as a pioneering force. Her effective stakeholder engagement and ability to translate complex sustainability requirements into practical solutions exemplify her outstanding leadership.
Nominated for: Emerging Achiever of the Year
Phoebe Laing is an Associate Director in Commercial Property Management at Cygnet West.
Her expertise spans nine years in real estate, starting in residential and commercial valuations, transitioning to commercial property management and stepping into team management. Phoebe’s leadership skills, passionate work ethic and dedication to our stakeholders have led her to excel within Cygnet West, becoming a vital part of the team. Her commitment to innovation and sustainability consistently results in positive outcomes for all stakeholders.
Nominated for: Emerging Achiever of the Year
With only two years of experience, Rowzen Caro has achieved remarkable milestones, becoming an accredited graduate member of Engineers Australia (GradIEAust) and a member of Women in Design and Construction.
As a committed Cost Manager, she has pioneered the development of standardised digital templates for cost planning, leveraging her innovative approach to cost planning and management. Her focus on sustainability and delivering successful projects is evident in her notable contributions to projects such as Easing Sydney’s Congestion and the Moorebank Avenue Realignment Work.
Nominated for: Emerging Achiever of the Year
Ryan Guscott is a Chartered Senior Quantity Surveyor working for Laing O’Rourke and is based in Western Australia. He has eight years’ experience in the construction industry, which has included working on four projects across three countries. He has excelled in his role as the commercial lead for the stations and building works on the Byford Rail Extension project, Western Australia.
Ryan’s goals are to enhance the commercial sector of the construction industry through upholding and promoting ethical standards, supporting others in their RICS journey, and embracing the unique challenges of construction to deliver projects that benefit the world.
Nominated for: Emerging Achiever of the Year
Sophie Chen is an accomplished and astute Executive Quantity Surveyor leading successful projects with 5 years of national construction industry experience. Her contributions to major public education projects, including Birrong High School and Melonba public school, have enabled exceptional outcomes for clients, students, and communities. Sophie adopts international standards and a distinct commitment to excellence as a leader in cost management.
She champions the adoption of sustainable construction methodologies through innovative Environmental Sustainable design (ESD) initiatives and impactfully mentors the next generation of industry professionals.
Nominated for: Emerging Achiever of the Year
Sophie has exhibited outstanding proficiency in the field of quantity surveying. Her expertise has been particularly evident in the execution of highly complex projects across Victoria, where she has consistently demonstrated capabilities with great effectiveness and attention to detail.
Ethical practices hold a paramount importance to Sophie in her delivery of skills and services to clients. Her professionalism is evident in every interaction, and she remains steadfast in her commitment to the team improvement.
Furthermore, Sophie generously imparts her experience and knowledge to educational institutions, nurturing the next generation of quantity surveyors and contributing to the growth of the profession.
Nominated for: Woman of the Built Environment Award
Althea is a director in Turner & Townsend’s cost management team and qualified as a MRICS.
Althea is highly competent and developed Turner & Townsend’s Embodied Carbon Calculator for the Australia and New Zealand region. She develops quantifiable roadmaps to net-zero emissions and address urgent social, environmental and economic challenges clients face.
Her influence extends beyond making a difference to her clients’ projects, as she trains teams across the business to become experts at carbon accounting. The service is now being delivered across nine large-scale projects across Australia, with a total of 20,217,588 kg of carbon saved to date.
Nominated for: Woman of the Built Environment Award
Rachel has spent over 22 years serving the community in both the UK and in Australia as a champion of professionals and the community leading ethical, sustainable and smart Built and Natural Environmental programs and projects. Rachel is currently the Executive Director of Sustainable Communities at Hobsons Bay City Council and is a Chartered Planning and Development Surveyor.
Rachel is nominated for Women of the Built Environment 2024 for her exemplar demonstration of ethics, knowledge, thought leadership and professionalism in the delivery and transformation of Planning & Development services for Victoria both now and for future generations.
Nominated for: Woman of the Built Environment Award
Sandra is the Regional Director of CCi’s Victoria operations as well as a highly regarded quantum expert witness and quantity surveyor, with experience gained working in Australia and several other countries around the world.
Sandra is an advocate for dispute avoidance and uses her knowledge and experience to educate clients and contractors on best ways to avoid unnecessary and costly disputes.
Sandra is also passionate about promoting diversity and inclusivity as well as encouraging and mentoring others to develop their own skills and expertise.
Sandra’s exceptional talent, dedication, and leadership makes her a deserving candidate for this esteemed award.
Nominated for: Woman of the Built Environment Award
Kelly Poon, an Associate Director with over 20 years of experience, serves as a dedicated professional, actively volunteering as a RICS Assessor, Counsellor, and Matrics Co-Chair. With a distinguished career in quantity surveying spanning Australia and Hong Kong, Kelly has successfully managed diverse projects, including data centres, commercial developments, hotels and rail infrastructures, among others.
Her expertise lies in transforming cost planning and management practices while also championing the development of future surveyors through university engagements. Kelly’s commitment to mentoring aspiring surveyors has fostered a stronger professional network and contributes to innovation within the field of quantity surveying.
Nominated for: Woman of the Built Environment Award
Rachel has achieved remarkable progress in the market, gathering a substantial following across a diverse client base. Most notably, she has served as an exceptional role model for women, paving the way for others to follow with confidence.
Beyond her own company, Rachel makes significant and ongoing contributions to the property sector through her involvement with the Property Council of Australia’s Champions of Change for women and as an Implementation Leader for the Champions of Change, aiming to propel the industry and its professionals forward.
Nominated for: Woman of the Built Environment Award
Professor Sara Wilkinson is Australia’s forst, and only female professor of property. She is a chartered building surveyor and her transdisciplinary research program sits at the intersection of sustainability, urban development and transformation, with a focus on green cities and preparing our urban environments for the challenges of climate change.
Recent projects include the STAR Toolkit project, the prototype wallbot to inspect and monitor green walls, and the Bushfire Retrofit Toolkit. Sara engages in innovative, sustainability focussed, trans-disciplinary research with engineering, science, health, business and built environment disciplines.
Judging Panel
Acting Commissioner, Land & Environment Court of NSW
Dr David Parker is an internationally recognised property industry expert and highly regarded property academic with forty years’ experience in property including being Valuer General of NSW, Professor of Property at the University of South Australia and an Acting Commissioner of the NSW Land and Environment Court. Dr Parker is a Visiting Professor of Property at the Henley Business School, University of Reading and has published several books and numerous academic papers, being a regular expert witness on property funds management and property valuation matters in the Federal Court and the Supreme Court. Further information concerning Dr Parker may be found at: davidparker.com.au.
Director, In-Touch Advisory
Stephen is both an RICS Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Chartered FM Surveyor, and holds AIQS and IFMA certified designations with extensive design, delivery and operational phase experience.
Stephen is a member of the RICS Australasian Advisory Board. He is also currently serving as the Regional Director – Australasia & Southeast Asia for IFMA's Facility Management Consultant Council (FMCC).
Since 2012, he has been a member of Standards Australia’s MB-022 committee, and an Australian delegate to ISO/TC 267 developing the ISO 41000 series of FM standards.
Additionally, he has served on multiple industry boards over an extended period including leadership positions with the Australian Government’s FM Action Agenda, FMA Australia, Property Council, IFMA, and the ISO.
In-Touch Advisory connects stakeholders with life cycle solutions for the Built Environment.
Managing Director, Wholesale Securities Pty Ltd
Tim is a seasoned professional with 30+ years' experience in property funds management, operations, investment, and development across Australia. As principal of Wholesale Securities, a renowned commercial real estate fund manager, Tim brings extensive expertise. He previously held a senior executive position at the Sarich Family Office, playing a pivotal role in establishing them as a leading private property investor. Tim also served as Director at Macquarie Bank, overseeing projects valued at over $800 million. With exceptional leadership and strategic acumen, he successfully established property funds management businesses at Goldmate Property Group and PrivateInvest. Tim holds a Bachelor's degree in Business/Commerce, prestigious professional affiliations, and licenses. He continues to contribute significantly to Australia's property landscape.
Senior Lecturer – Property, Faculty of Architecture, Building and Planning, The University of Melbourne
Dermot has been a Property academic for the last 14 years predominantly at University of Melbourne, Faculty of Architectures, Building and Planning. Dermot led the undergraduate Property Major for 8 years from 2012 to 2020. He has taught across development, feasibility, planning, market research, risk, investment and finance and project management.
Dermot had a 30-year career across property consulting, property development, and banking and finance, quantity surveying, commercial management, contract claims and litigation support, and project management to director and general management roles. Clients including large healthcare entities, constructor’s association, international hotel group, property entities, builders and sub-contractors.
Director - Civil, ANZ VSA, Victoria, AECOM
A Chartered Surveyor since 1994, Brigitte has significant experience in business planning, operations management, strategic planning and advisory, project management, contract management, design management and facilities management. As a senior leader in AECOM Brigitte currently leads a team of over 100 airfield, civil and geotechnical engineers in Victoria working on some of the region’s largest infrastructure projects with a strong focus in the energy, transport, aviation and government sectors. She also sits on Steering Committees for multi-billion dollar Transport programs in Victoria. Prior to this Brigitte led the AECOM Project and Program Management team of 85 staff across the southern region.
National Leasing Manager, Stockland Pty Ltd
In her role as National Leasing Manager for Stockland. Tracy is currently leading Stockland’s flagship workplace development leasing strategy at MPark, Affinity Place and Piccadilly. Through her international experience, Tracy has developed a broad range of property skills over her 25 years in the industry.
From mixed-use development valuation in the Middle East and Africa, to Investment Management in the United Kingdom, to delivering commercial outcomes on behalf of owners and occupiers across New Zealand and, more recently, formulating and executing occupier office leasing strategy throughout Australia.
Tracy is also supporting the next generation of RICS professionals via her role chairing assessment panels.
National Commercial Manager, DT Infrastructure Pty Ltd
Liam is a commercial manager and quantity surveyor with 20 years’ experience across infrastructure and building sectors. After navigating family life and a move across three countries, he joined RICS as a Chartered Quantity Surveyor in 2018. His passion lies in conflict avoidance and dispute resolution, where he utilises his expertise to mitigate risk and tackle challenging situations. Liam leverages his knowledge to guide others and promote the adoption of a traditional quantity surveying skillset within the Australian construction industry. His commitment to excellence and driving positive change has earned him respect in the field.
Development Manager, The GPT Group
Having originally qualified as a Chartered Building Surveyor in London, I now specialise in Industrial Property Development.
With 15+ years’ experience in Melbourne and 6 years in London, I have successfully delivered a variety of commercial, industrial, education and retail projects from inception through to completion, and provided strategic technical due diligence advice on commercial acquisitions, development agreements and agreements for lease.
When I am not working, I am usually enjoying time with family and friends.
National Operations Manager, Pre-Construction, Mirvac
Michael is a chartered Quantity Surveyor who has practiced nationally and internationally for 29 years and has experience in the design and delivery of residential build to sell, residential build to rent, office, mixed use, retail and industrial projects of varying complexity and size.
Michael leads the Mirvac Pre-Construction team comprising of over 50 Project Managers, Project Design Managers and Cost Planners. This team is responsible for all Mirvac’s pre-construction activity (excluding housing) from project inception and into delivery. During his almost 20 years at Mirvac Michael has been involved in a vast array of iconic Build to Sell Apartments, Build to Rent Apartments, Office, Mixed Use, Retail and Industrial projects in NSW, VIC, QLD and WA.
Michael is passionate about the built form and how teams come together to deliver projects that inspire, are safe, sustainable and that the team are all always proud to walk past after delivery. He a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (FRICS) and a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (FAIQS).
Mark commenced his career in valuations holding positions with Chesterton International and Richard Ellis (now CBRE) before working in the City of London during the late 1990s.
Returning from the UK, Mark next undertook primarily residential development projects of varying scale and complexity, mainly in Melbourne’s inner and south-eastern suburbs.
An opportunity then arose to join McDonald’s Australia where his role was site acquisition and securing of town planning consent across three states. A similar role with Coles Group Property Developments Limited followed.
Currently a consultant providing property advice to a broad client base, Mark is a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Sponsors
Laing O'Rourke
Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure including nearly two decades under the Laing O’Rourke banner. In Australia, the business focuses on delivering transport infrastructure projects (predominantly rail and road); defence infrastructure; buildings at the transport interface; and is exploring opportunities in renewable energy and sectors where we know we can add value and deliver certainty for clients. Our highly trained and committed people understand the challenges of modern construction, the stakeholders involved, and how to work collaboratively to deliver our clients' aims. By leveraging the right technology, we know we can spark positive change for our clients, their projects, and the wider industry. That's why our 2025 mission is to be the construction sector's recognised leader for innovation and excellence. In 2020 and 2022, Laing O’Rourke was awarded the prestigious Workplace Gender Equality Agency’s (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) citation and in 2021 announced far-reaching new sustainability targets, including a commitment to decarbonise its own operations by 2030 and achieve equal numbers of men and women among its 5,500 global staff.
Sponsorship opportunities
There are several promotional and sponsorship opportunities available. For more information on how you can get involved with the Awards, download the brochure or contact:
Nick Hudson
Partnership Development Manager – Australia
nhudson@rics.org
Award Categories
Category |
Criteria/weighting |
Building Certification Team of the Year Recognising companies, teams or consortia responsible for consultancy advice or assessment in certification of building projects in Australia. This award highlights the crucial role of building certification to ensure the health and wellbeing of building occupants’ post-construction. |
Professionalism 20% |
Building Consultancy Team of the Year Focusing on excellence in the building consultancy sector. This award recognises companies, teams or consortia who have demonstrated excellence in the provision of advice or services in post occupancy building inspection, technical due diligence, make good and related services. |
Professionalism 20% Teamwork / Collaboration 20% Outcome and achievement 20% Thought Innovation 20% Sustainability 20% |
Project Management Team of the Year Acknowledging companies, service providers, client-side teams or contractors who were engaged in project management of a construction project during 2023. The successful applicant will demonstrate excellence in such areas as quality control, time management, budget control, procurement or construction management to deliver the outcome sought by the client. |
Professionalism 20% Teamwork / Collaboration 20% Outcome and achievement 20% Thought Innovation 20% Sustainability 20% |
Property / Facilities Management Team of the Year Awarded to a company, team or consortia responsible for outstanding operational, financial, tenant or facilities management of real estate. |
Professionalism 20% Teamwork / Collaboration 20% Outcome and achievement 20% Thought Innovation 20% Sustainability 20% |
Quantity Surveying Team of the Year Celebrating excellence in quantity surveying, this award recognises companies, teams or consortia engaged in outstanding quantity surveying work in 2023. This includes but is not limited to cost planning and control or contract and commercial management. |
Professionalism 20% Teamwork / Collaboration 20% Outcome and achievement 20% Thought Innovation 20% Sustainability 20% |
Real Estate Advisory Team of the Year This award recognises excellence in the provision of real estate consultancy advice (not covered in other categories). It includes tenant advisory services, strategic portfolio advice, land and property development advice and related feasibility and business case work. |
Professionalism 20% Teamwork / Collaboration 20% Outcome and achievement 20% Thought Innovation 20% Sustainability 20% |
Real Estate Agency Team of the Year This award acknowledges companies, teams and/or consortia demonstrating excellence in providing agency services related to the acquisition, sale, or leasing of properties in the office, retail, industrial or residential sectors. |
Professionalism 20% Teamwork / Collaboration 20% Outcome and achievement 20% Thought Innovation 20% Sustainability 20% |
Research Team of the Year Acknowledging teams, consultancies, academic institutions and agencies responsible for engaging in research projects associated with the built environment. |
Professionalism 20% Teamwork / Collaboration 20% Outcome and achievement 20% Thought Innovation 20% Sustainability 20% |
Valuation Team of the Year The Valuation Team of the Year recognises a company, team or consortia providing excellence in valuation services which uphold international standards and give confidence to end-users for their objectivity, independence and reliability on both commercial and/or residential projects. |
Professionalism 20% |
| Category | Criteria/weighting |
Emerging Achiever of the Year The future of our profession rests on the shoulders of emerging professionals. The Emerging Achiever Award acknowledges one outstanding individual who has achieved excellence in their field. The individual selected will embody the highest standards of professionalism, be a role-model for their peers and be capable of making an outstanding contribution to the profession over the course of their future career. |
Professionalism 20% Teamwork / Collaboration 20% Outcome and achievement 20% Thought Innovation 20% Sustainability 20% |
Woman of the Built Environment Award The Woman of the Built Environment Award recognises the outstanding contributions and achievements of senior women to our industry. The award celebrates inspirational role models to inspire the next generation of diverse professionals. Women from all disciplines of the industry are encouraged to enter. |
Professionalism 20% Teamwork / Collaboration 20% Outcome and achievement 20% Thought Innovation 20% Sustainability 20% |
Lifetime Achievement Award Recognising commitment to RICS and the wider profession, the Lifetime Achievement Award is the most prestigious award for built environment professionals. The presentation of this award is subject to the determination of the judging panel that the recipient is worthy of this significant honour. |
RICS will provide recommendation(s) on the worthy recipient for the judging panel’s consideration. |
| Category | Criteria/weighting |
Environmental Impact Award This category recognises teams involved in projects where innovation, design or construction techniques have been utilised to address environmental challenges and improve sustainability. |
Professionalism 20% Teamwork / Collaboration 10% Outcome and achievement 20% Thought Innovation 10% Sustainability 40% |
