With over 9 years in the construction industry, I gained experience from working across different educational, commercial, residential and infrastructure projects. The experience ranged from contractors, to clients then to consultants. I also gained an extensive experience attending RICS APC cohorts and mentoring multiple candidates to help them pass their APC final test.
Background
Years of Experience
2016 - Present
Education
MSc. Commercial Management & Quantity Surveying
BSc. Construction and Engineering Management
BSc. Data Analytics
Certifications
Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors - June 2021
Member of the British Computer Society - October 2022
APC Teaching Courses
RICS APC Essentials Course
Your complete guide to APC success — from competency mastery to final assessment
The APC is one of the most significant milestones of your professional career, and for most candidates the challenge isn't ambition — it's knowing exactly what to do and how to do it. This course was built to bridge that gap.
Covering the full QS pathway from start to finish, the RICS APC Essentials Course takes you through all mandatory, core, and optional competencies, guides you through writing your case study and summary of experience, and prepares you for the final assessment — all in one structured, comprehensive package.
What you get
21 video lessons with over 17 hours of expert instruction
Complete PowerPoint presentations for every competency area
Comprehensive PDF study guides and notes
Extensive Q&A banks for focused practice
Step-by-step guidance for your case study and summary of experience
Every element is available across multiple formats so you can study in whatever way suits you — whether that's watching, reading, or practising with questions. Created by professionals who have been through the process and know what it takes to get through it.
Use code APC25 for 25% off and start your journey to chartered status today.
RICS SPA Essentials Course
Your complete pathway to Senior Professional Assessment chartership
The Senior Professional Assessment route is designed for experienced practitioners who are ready to formalise their expertise and achieve RICS chartership at a strategic level. Unlike the traditional APC, the SPA requires you to demonstrate leadership, resource management, and people development — not just technical breadth. This course is built specifically around that distinction.
Covering the Quantity Surveying, Project Management, and Infrastructure routes, the RICS SPA Essentials Course takes you through all 11 mandatory competencies, the core competencies relevant to your pathway, and the three SPA-specific competencies in depth — Leadership, Managing Resources, and Managing People. Dedicated sessions on case study writing guide you through crafting compelling 1000-word case studies that evidence strategic impact and senior-level decision making.
What you get
17+ hours of expert video content with clear subtitles
Comprehensive notes and presentations for every competency area
Q&A banks to prepare for your assessment interview
Dedicated case study writing guidance for all three SPA competencies
Lifetime access — study at your own pace and revisit whenever needed
Whether you are a director looking to formalise decades of experience or a senior professional taking the next step in your career, this course gives you the frameworks and practical guidance to get there.
Use code SPA25 for 25% off and start your journey to chartered status today.
AI deployment in Commercial Management
Crafting Customised Chatbots with Chainlit & Ollama
Step into the future of chatbot technology with our comprehensive tutorial video. Learn to build a sophisticated chatbot using Chainlit & Ollama that not only interacts but also intelligently queries PDFs, streamlining your data extraction and customer service processes.
This tutorial is perfect for organizations aiming to enhance their technological prowess, automate routine tasks, and elevate their customer interaction experience. Dive into the world of AI chatbots with our step-by-step guide and transform your business operations.
Deploy your RAG Chatbot Locally in minutes
Embark on a transformative journey with our latest YouTube video, where we delve into the innovative world of RAG chatbots and their pivotal role in the construction industry. This tutorial is a treasure trove of knowledge, offering a comprehensive guide to deploying these advanced AI tools locally using open-source applications.
From unpacking the technology behind RAG chatbots to a step-by-step implementation using platforms like GPT4All, LM Studio, and Anything LLM, we cover all the bases to ensure you’re equipped to make processes more efficient and communication seamless. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or new to the field, this video is your gateway to mastering the art of AI chatbots in construction
Codify your BoQ Using Mistral 7B LLM
Using the power of finetuning of large language models, you can train a few number of parameters of pre-trained models using curated datasets to achieve a commercial level accuracy.
Here is a real-life example of how to fine-tune Mistral 7B on a consumer based desktop using a codified bill of quantity to allocate new bills of quantities items to their corresponding NRM1 code.
Generate your images using SDXL Turbo
Creating images from text is a significant breakthrough in artificial intelligence, blending language comprehension with artistic visualization. A prominent tool in this area is Stability AI's SDXL Turbo. This advanced AI leverages the complexities of natural language processing to transform intricate text descriptions into clear, detailed visual representations.
SDXL Turbo's ability to grasp subtle language and contextual elements enables it to produce images that are visually striking and faithfully convey the ideas and concepts described in the text. This innovation offers new opportunities for artists, designers, and content creators, facilitating the realization of their creative ideas with remarkable accuracy and simplicity.
Query Images using Llava LLM
Llava LLM is an innovative open-source model renowned for its capabilities in image description and optical character recognition (OCR). Its ability to accurately interpret and digitize text within images, coupled with its proficiency in detailed image analysis, makes it a versatile tool in various technological applications.
Significantly, Llava LLM's design allows for offline deployment, enhancing its utility in environments with limited internet access. This feature, combined with its open-source nature, ensures broad accessibility and adaptability, encouraging widespread use and continuous community-driven enhancement.
