I have worked in the commercial property industry since leaving full time education in 1986.
Initially employed “client side”, managing an extensive portfolio across the south east for a major High Street bank, I transferred to private practice after graduating from the University of Reading with a Degree in Estate Management. I qualified as a Chartered Surveyor in 1998.
My experience has included working with some of the most prestigious properties in central London, through which I have gained an extensive background in property development, investment and valuation.
Bernard J Smith BSc (Hons) DipArb FRICS FCIArb IRRV (Hons)
I became a Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (FRICS) in 2013 and am an Honours Member of the Institute of Revenues, Rating and Valuation.
I have a keen interest in dispute resolution and hold a post graduate diploma in Arbitration Law and Practice from the University College of Estate Management. I am also a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators.
I am a qualified remote pilot for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV/drones) and operate a range of devices to provide video and still images for both survey/inspection and marketing purposes.
Bernard J Smith Limited carries compliant Professional Indemnity insurance and is regulated by RICS. Drone operations are covered by relevant specialist aviation insurance.
