RICS Matrics UK

Richard Golding qualified as an AssocRICS Commercial Surveyor in 2021 and works for Gleeds, an international property and construction consultancy. He supports growth and business development for London and other key areas around the world, such as New York, and the Middle East. He is also a NextGen Member of the British Council for Offices, with more than 10 years’ experience in the built environment.

Richard believes that RICS Matrics is the ideal platform to drive positive change in the surveying profession, and the wider property and infrastructure sectors. Most recently, he has helped steer Matrics London to successfully deliver a 12-month plan, which saw the committee reimagined post pandemic.

In collaboration with RICS staff, the board will take lead on vision and strategy for RICS Matrics in the UK, with a mission to inspire and empower the next generation of surveyors. Responsible for helping elevate 12 regions and 30 committees, who interact with a network of more than 70,000.

Kirsty White joined the RICS in October 2021 as Matrics Engagement Lead, after previously spending 8 years in the charity sector, working for organisations such as the NSPCC and Mind.

Kirsty White is the RICS staff lead of Matrics, along with Richard Golding, Matrics UK Chair and is responsible for managing the local Matrics committees across the UK who provide support and guidance for students, apprentices, trainees and those who are newly qualified (up to 10 years). This can be in the form of APC support groups, networking or social events.

Kirsty is keen to be involved in Matrics events meeting our members, so look out for her at your next event!

Vicky is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and became an RICS fellow in 2022. After starting her career with a small Main Contractor, she moved to Mott MacDonald where she is now Head of Quantity Surveying for the Defence portfolio. She is responsible for the QS team on multi-million pound contracts for clients such as DIO and NATO, with expertise in leading a team, negotiation, contracts, and cost. Vicky is also the Advisory sector Innovation Lead, managing the innovation team and facilitating business improvement.

Vicky created the Mott MacDonald RICS structured training programme, as well as being an RICS assessor and counsellor, as she is passionate about the development of others. She is a Wellbeing Champion within the business because feels strongly about the importance of the health and success of others. She became a member of the RICS Matrics UK Board in 2023 because she wanted to further support new talent within the industry and be a part of the critical role that Matrics plays in this.

Neil is a Commercial Surveyor at CBRE and advises his clients on acquisitions and disposals both in the UK and across EMEA. He is a champion of sustainability within CBRE and the wider industry.

Neil was the youngest member to join the Board of the Investment Property Forum, in July 2019. Having been an ambassador for the charity, Neil was appointed to the Investment Committee for LionHeart (RICS Benevolent Fund), supporting the prudent management of the finances of LionHeart to ensure that their work can continue and that we can serve the members of the RICS for many years to come. As a result of his dedication and hard work, Neil was appointed a Trustee and member of the Board of Directors in December 2022.

Dean is a Chartered Surveyor and Associate Partner at Carter Jonas in the Birmingham office. He has provided professional services since 2015 specialising in rural and residential property valuation and achieved status as a Fellow of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers in 2019. Dean is principally responsible for advising public sector and private clients on land assembly requirements for major infrastructure projects, including compulsory purchase and compensation settlements.

Outside of his advisory role, Dean has experience in developing opportunities for professionals new to the industry, guiding charitable activities and being an EDI champion at his firm. He is keen to provide his support towards educating and encouraging the next generation of surveyors and promoting the purpose of the RICS as a member of the UK Matrics board.

Craig is a chartered Quantity Surveyor and has been with Arcadis since August 2007, working within the Property team. Craig has a wide range of experience within the construction industry and is involved in both pre and post contract services on various new build and refurbishment projects varying in value and complexity from initial feasibility studies to the settlement of final accounts. Craig was elected as a Fellow of the RICS in July 2022.

Craig has been part of the RICS Matrics since 2015 and has previously undertaken the roles of Chair for RICS Matrics Edinburgh and Chair for RICS Matrics Scotland, before being appointed on to the RICS Matrics UK Board. Craig is also a board member of the RICS Scotland Board and is able to bring together a wealth of knowledge and experience to ensure RICS members are supported on a regular basis. Craig is a passionate and loyal individual who enjoys helping colleagues and industry peers advance in their professional career and feels it rewarding to give back and support RICS members.

Julius is a Chartered Surveyor working in the Commercial Investment and Property Management team at Bidwells LLP based in Cambridge, providing asset management services to institutional clients with portfolios around the country. His role involves ensuring assets’ continued performance through property management and lease negotiations, whilst assessing and advising on opportunities to add-value through investment or disposal. He enjoys the variety that this surveying role allows and the on-going challenges that require a practical and innovative mind-set.

Julius has been involved in the RICS Matrics throughout his career, starting in the West Midlands in 2017 as a committee member helping support new entrants to the sector build their network and progress in their career. Having recently joined the Matrics UK Board after being the Cambridge Committee Chair, he is looking forward helping re-invigorate Matrics, working with local committees to champion and support newer RICS members. Julius is a Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging ambassador at Bidwells and attends various forums to collaborate on equity and representation in the sector. He believes in the importance of empowering people in work to belong and succeed. The Matrics provides a forum for new talent to become the driving force of the RICS.

Michael is a Chartered Quantity Surveyor and works for Gleeds – an international property and construction consultancy.

Following a career change at the age of 24, Michael has been involved in the built environment for over 6 years – and loves it! He began his career at Gleeds during a placement year at Northumbria University and has remained at the company since, gaining a wide range of experience across varying sectors such as residential, industrial, office, commercial, and civil engineering. Awarded his chartership in 2023, he is now delivering pre and post contract services across several multi-million-pound projects, for both private and public sector clients.

Michael has been involved in the Matrics since 2019 and held the role of Vice-Chair and Chair for RICS Matrics Newcastle, before his appointment the RICS Matrics UK Board in 2023. As a long-serving member of RICS Matrics, Michael brings a wealth of experience in organising CPD and APC support, networking and socialising events and opportunities which bring people together.

An ardent enthusiast of the Matrics platform, he hopes to make his mark on the industry by innovating on best practices, supporting others, promoting the profession, and empowering the next generation of surveyors.