The RICS Matrics Surveyor Awards, formerly Young Surveyor of the Year Awards, are back for their 11th year to showcase the exceptional talent within the surveying profession and celebrate the innovation and hard work of emerging professionals in the surveying industry.

The surveyors from Scotland shortlisted for the prestigious awards are:

• Construction Surveyor of the Year: Christopher Kelso, AtkinsRéalis
• Mentor of the Year: Lauren Ward, Mott MacDonald
• Valuation Surveyor of the Year: Louisa Robertson, Savills UK Ltd
• Mentor of the Year: Michael Armstrong, Currie & Brown UK Ltd

The awards are open to students, apprentices, candidates and members who have been qualified up to 10 years and showcase the successes of surveyors from various backgrounds, the awards provide visible and relatable role models for aspiring professionals.

Each shortlisted entrant will be considered in one of 10 category awards across various surveying disciplines including Sustainability Champion of the Year which is new to the awards this year to honour an individual with extraordinary commitment and dedication to integrating environmental sustainability principles into every aspect of surveying, serving as a beacon of inspiration for others in the industry.

The ultimate accolade of ‘RICS Matrics Surveyor of the Year’ title is awarded to the category winner who has shown extraordinary success in their career, but also demonstrates an unwavering commitment to inspire and support future talent, advancing the industry and wider surveying profession.

Neil A’Bear FRICS, Matrics UK chair, said: “This year’s shortlist is testament to the unwavering dedication of our rising stars that continue to advocate for the positive work that the industry brings. Every individual is rising to the demands of the profession and delivering on exemplary projects, which are having a lasting impact on communities, the environment, and the economy.

“Many entrants into this year’s Matrics Awards are actively involved in delivering and leading on highly innovative initiatives and schemes, and we are delighted to be celebrating our sustainability champions with a new category this year too. RICS is proud to be championing and inspiring the next generation of surveyors with these awards, and I wish everyone the best of luck in the grand final later this year.”

The winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on 15th November at the Midland Hotel, Manchester.

The full shortlist of individuals and further details on the Awards can be found here.