RICS Newsletter - 9 May 2024
Stay ahead with the RICS Newsletter: discover support for your CPD and find out how an urban planning concept became a conspiracy theory.
Latest from RICS
🏗 Book your place for the Global Construction and Infrastructure Conference 2024
20 June | 07:30-17:00 BST, 10:30-20:00 GST, 02:30-12:00 EST | 6 hours CPD | Online
Join industry leaders to learn about emerging sustainability standards, eco-friendly technologies, and strategies to overcome sector-specific challenges.
Network, share knowledge, and collaborate worldwide for a sustainable future in construction and infrastructure.
Wales Conference 2024 - book your early bird tickets
4 June | 09:30 - 17:00 BST | Sophia Gardens, Cardiff
Connect with peers and stay informed about the latest projects in Wales, serving as a model for future sustainable infrastructures.
Gain valuable insights into recent legislation, technical guidance and industry developments shaping the profession.
Get involved
Consultation on the updated RICS CPD Framework is now open.
After months of insight gathering, including a member survey in late 2023, a revised updated CPD framework for RICS members has been proposed.
The framework includes various changes to the RICS CPD requirements, aiming to make CPD more meaningful and encouraging members to self-reflect on their learning and development.
🚧 Australasia Commercial Management Conference
23 May 2024 | 09:00 – 16:30 AEST | Amora Hotel Jamison Sydney & Online
As the industry moves towards achieving net zero targets by 2050, it's crucial for commercial management professionals to stay updated on client requirements.
The Australasia Commercial Management Conference will bring together leading experts from Australia and New Zealand to delve into critical topics like contract and risk management in construction.
Secure your spot now to ensure you won`t miss this invaluable opportunity to network and gain insights from industry leaders.
🏆 RICS Matrics Surveyor Awards Nominations are still open
The awards offer a platform for exceptional surveyors to gain recognition for their outstanding contributions to the industry.
• Gain recognition for your outstanding work
• Boost your professional profile and credibility
• Network with industry leaders and peers
• Elevate your firm's reputation and attract new clients
Seeking Chair for Matrics UK Board: open to RICS professionals within first 10 years of qualification.
We are looking for an active volunteer with leadership skills, who has a solid can-do attitude and who is motivated to invest time and effort to guide the development of the RICS Matrics objectives and strategy.
Does this sound like you?
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📚 Have you started your CPD hours for 2024?
RICS members and candidates receive complimentary access to a broad selection of key CPD resources, content and networking opportunities.
Be sure to take advantage of this benefit and log your hours!
👽 How an urban planning concept became a conspiracy theory.
The 15-minute city concept became the centre of attention during the COVID-19 pandemic for all the wrong reasons.
No one was more surprised than its creator, Carlos Moreno.
What key issues are SMEs facing this year?
SMEs are a key component of the construction sector that are fundamental to national and international economies.
Three small business leaders outline the main challenges that UK construction SMEs face in 2024.
Jobs
UK | Head of Asset Management
North Northamptonshire Council is looking for a Head of Asset Management to hold responsibility for service delivery and sustainability of the council’s property estate and reports directly to the Assistant Director.
UK | Building Standards Technical Officer
The Welsh Government is looking for two Building Standards Technical Officers to join its Building regulations team, helping to shape national Building regulations requirements on a national level.
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