Surveyor
GL Hearn Limited
Manchester
No 8 First Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M15 4RP, Manchester
With over a century of heritage, GL Hearn (part of WSP) combines deep technical expertise with a proactive approach. We manage £3Bn+ in rate liabilities annually, helping you unlock value and mitigate risk across your entire commercial or residential property portfolio.
Since 1923, we have been at the forefront of the UK property industry. What started as a pioneering firm over a century ago has evolved into a national powerhouse within the WSP network. We don't just provide advice; we partner with you to protect your investments, reduce your liabilities, and drive long-term profitability.
Minimising Your Overheads with the UK’s Leading Rates Team
Business rates can be a substantial burden, often stifling investment. Our team of over 160 experts—including former specialists from billing authorities and the Valuation Office Agency—manages more than £3 billion in liabilities every year.
We take a proactive approach to the 'Check, Challenge, Appeal' process. Whether you have a high-street retail presence or a complex industrial portfolio, we find every avenue to minimise your costs, including historic rate audits and empty rates mitigation.
Expert Building Consultancy for the Full Property Lifecycle
Led by Tim Redfern, our chartered building surveyors provide the technical backbone you need for any project. We support you from the initial acquisition through to disposal and everything in between.
- Strategic Design: Workplace strategy and design to optimise your space.
- Project Delivery: Professional project management and contract administration.
- Risk Management: Technical due diligence, building pathology, and defect diagnosis.
- Compliance: Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reinstatement cost assessments.
Valuation Advice Anchored in Integrity
Valuations play an integral role in your financial decision-making. With over 30 years of specialist experience, our RICS-accredited valuation directors provide the clarity needed for high-stakes decisions. We don't work in a vacuum; we draw on the wider WSP network to integrate insights on ESG, sustainable design, and asset management into our reporting.
Why Property Professionals Choose Us
We pride ourselves on long-standing relationships. Our clients stay with us because we combine the scale of a global consultancy with the personal touch of a dedicated advisor.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Established | 1923 |
| Team Size | 160+ Specialists |
| Liabilities Managed | £3Bn+ Annually |
| Regulation | RICS Regulated |
| Coverage | National (UK-wide) |
"Our mission is to identify what is truly driving value in your real estate, unlocking opportunities that others might miss while mitigating the risks of an ever-changing market."
Specialists Across All Sectors
While we are renowned leaders in the retail and food sectors, our expertise spans the entire property landscape. We regularly deliver results for clients in leisure and hospitality, healthcare, specialist distribution, and the office sector. Whether you are a private developer or a public sector body, we have the specific industry knowledge to support your goals.
Services
- Business Rates Advisory
- Building Consultancy
- Valuation Advisory
- Project Management
- Contract Administration
- Building Surveys
- Technical Due Diligence
- Planned Preventative Maintenance
- Dilapidations
- Reinstatement Cost Assessments
- Building Pathology
- Workplace Strategy
- Development Due Diligence
- Service Charge Audit
- Empty Rates Mitigation
- Historic Rates Audit
- Asset Management
- Lease Advisory
Coverage areas
Operating across 1 town in the UK
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