New Chair announced for RICS North West Regional Board
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Matthew Fedigan, Director at building consultancy, Domec Ltd in Liverpool has been appointed Chairman of the RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) North West Regional Board.
As Chair, Matthew will head the Regional Board and provide leadership and guidance on a range of objectives to set and improve local industry standards. Activities will include influencing Government policy and encouraging more young talent in to the industry by raising awareness of the various careers available in the land, property and construction sectors.
The North West Regional Board is made up of ten chartered surveyors from both the public and private sector working across the full spectrum of surveying disciplines, and Matthew, a chartered building surveyor, has held a seat on the Board for the past two years.
Matthew brings to the Chair role, a wealth of industry experience accrued during his time working with leading clients in the retail, commercial, education and children’s services sectors. Before joining Domec Ltd nearly two years ago, he worked at EC Harris (now known as ARCADIS) for eight years.
Matthew also voluntarily provides support for surveyors undertaking their APC (Assessment of Professional Competence) – a tough process of structured training, including practical experience and exams, which on successful completion leads to a candidate gaining the prestigious chartered status and increased earning potential.
On his appointment, Matthew Fedigan, said: "I’ve really enjoyed working with RICS over the past two years to develop and deliver a range of initiatives which are having a positive impact on our local industry. So I am delighted to accept the role of Chair of the RICS North West Regional Board.”
He adds: “Our region’s land, property and construction sectors continue to face many challenges. But as Chairman of the RICS Regional Board, I will represent the interests of our North West property professionals and together with the knowledge and expertise of our experienced Board members, we will capitalise on future growth opportunities for the region."