Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Chartered Surveyors in Orpington
Established in 2001, Faithorn Farrell Timms (FFT) is a Chartered Surveyors Practice dedicated to delivering expert property consultancy services across the UK. With three regional offices in Orpington, Brighton, and Potters Bar, we specialise in building surveying, project management, and strategic asset management for housing associations, local authorities, educational institutions, and commercial developers. Our team of RICS-regulated professionals brings decades of combined experience to every project, ensuring clients receive tailored solutions that align with their strategic goals. We prioritise social responsibility, adhering to the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012 to enhance community wellbeing through regeneration and sustainable development.As an Investors in People Gold-accredited firm, we invest in our peoples growth, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. From stock condition surveys to new-build developments, our commitment to quality and client satisfaction has earned us recognition as one of the UKs Top 150 Consultants for 2025. Whether managing complex retrofit programmes or advising on property acquisitions, we strive to make a lasting difference through expertise, integrity, and a client-centric approach.
Services
Agency and Valuation
Employer's Agent
Leasehold Management
Principal Designers
Procurement Consultancy
Project Management
Stock Condition Surveys
Strategic Asset Management
Stock Rationalisation
Sustainability
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in property consultancy.
- Our team consists of certified RICS professionals.
- We provide tailored services for housing and commercial sectors.
- Dedicated partner involvement in every project.
- National reach with regional offices across the UK.
Associations and certifications
- RICS
- Investors in People Gold
Services
Stock Condition Surveys
We conduct comprehensive stock condition surveys to evaluate the state of residential and commercial properties. Our surveys provide detailed insights into maintenance needs, energy performance, and compliance with regulatory standards. Clients use this data to prioritise repairs, forecast budgets, and improve asset longevity, ensuring their property portfolios meet current and future demands.
Employer's Agent
Our Employers Agent services guide clients through property development from inception to completion. We manage planning applications, design teams, and contract administration, ensuring projects align with strategic goals. Clients benefit from cost-effective solutions, risk mitigation, and seamless delivery of new-builds, refurbishments, and regeneration schemes.
Retrofit Services
We deliver PAS2035-compliant retrofit services to enhance energy efficiency in social housing. Our solutions include insulation, solar panel installation, and ventilation upgrades. By improving EPC ratings, we help clients reduce carbon footprints and meet sustainability targets while ensuring resident comfort and compliance with regulatory standards.
Principal Designer
As Principal Designers, we coordinate health and safety during construction projects. We ensure compliance with CDM regulations, manage design risks, and facilitate collaboration between stakeholders. Our expertise guarantees safe, efficient project delivery for new builds, refurbishments, and infrastructure developments.
Stock Rationalisation
We help housing associations optimise property portfolios through strategic acquisitions and disposals. Our services include market analysis, valuation, and transaction management. Clients achieve financial efficiency and align their assets with long-term organisational objectives, ensuring resources are directed where they create the most value.
People
Robin Faithorn
Senior Partner
Robin leads FFTs strategic growth, leveraging over 20 years of experience in property consultancy. He specialises in asset management and development, ensuring clients receive innovative solutions aligned with their goals.
Colin Farrell
Senior Partner
Colin oversees major projects, including stock condition surveys and retrofit programmes. With expertise in regulatory compliance, he ensures FFTs work meets the highest standards of quality and sustainability.
Lee Maskell
Equity Partner
Lee manages procurement and project delivery, focusing on public sector contracts. His leadership in social value initiatives strengthens FFTs commitment to community-driven development and ethical practices.
Shane Jeeves
Partner
Shane leads health and safety consultancy, including fire risk assessments. His expertise in CDM regulations ensures client projects adhere to safety standards while maintaining efficiency and compliance.
Paul Whalley
Equity Partner
Paul specialises in strategic asset management, advising clients on portfolio optimisation and sustainability. His work supports housing associations in achieving long-term financial and operational resilience.
Questions
What sectors does Faithorn Farrell Timms work with?
We work with housing associations, local authorities, educational institutions, healthcare providers, and commercial developers across the UK and Ireland.
Are your surveyors RICS accredited?
Yes, all our surveyors are RICS regulated, ensuring adherence to the highest professional and ethical standards.
Do you offer energy efficiency retrofit services?
Yes, we deliver PAS2035-compliant retrofit services, including insulation and solar panel installation, to improve EPC ratings for social housing.
How does FFT support social value initiatives?
We align projects with the Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012, promoting regeneration, employment opportunities, and community wellbeing.
Can you manage large-scale property portfolios?
Yes, we provide stock condition surveys, rationalisation, and strategic asset management for portfolios ranging from 500 to 40,000 properties.
What accreditations does FFT hold?
We are Investors in People Gold accredited and a RICS-regulated practice, reflecting our commitment to excellence and staff development.
Reviews (1)
London & Kent Construction
Jan 03, 2020
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We've been lucky enough now to work with Faithorn Farrell Timms on 2 projects. Both have run very smoothly within budget and on time. The staff are professional and very approachable. We would highly recommend this company.
