Why Base? After 10 years as a quantity surveyor, I came to the realisation that the aspect of my job I found most enjoyable was dispute resolution. I commenced a Master’s degree in Construction Law and Dispute Resolution and subsequently joined Base to gain more experience…
Why Base? I was looking for a UK-based position after working in the Middle East for 7 years and Base stood out to me due to the ambition of the leadership and the values of the organisation. Base’s brand is well‑respected in the world of construction disputes and expert…
Why did you decide to pursue an internship? It was an easy choice for me as I was looking for a role that would allow me to develop a broad range of skills to take to any future role. These include an array of technical skills, such as the ability to write persuasively, and a proficiency in Microsoft…
Why Base? Base combines professional quantum expert witness services with traditional quantity surveying services. This mix fits my professional growth strategy: I work and train to specialise in dispute resolution, although I do see myself as a…
Why Base? I have known Base’s CEO, Duncan since we were both young, aspiring quantity surveyors and our paths have crossed many times over the years as we have developed our careers in the UK and overseas. I have watched him start up Base and have seen how he has developed
Why Base? I knew and worked for our CEO, Duncan at a previous professional quantity surveying consultancy where he was a director before leaving to set up Base. I was looking for a new role so I contacted him directly, we arranged a meeting at Base’s London office and the rest
Why Base? From the outset it was clear that Base values investing in its staff, with emphasis placed on learning and development. It also has a great collaborative and open culture; everybody wants to help each other and work together to attack problems and find solutions.
Why Base? I previously worked in Singapore before moving to London in 2014 after getting married. I was looking for a job opportunity, had an interview with Duncan, and was excited by the projects Base was involved with at the time. I was also informed about the company’s future
Why Base? I saw an advertisement for an apprentice quantity surveyor at Base on LinkedIn and, as I had recently completed a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment, I thought this role would be well-suited to me.
Why Base? I got to know Duncan whilst working in the building reception of Aldwych House. He was kind enough to invite me to the Christmas parties in the years prior to starting at Base, so I got to know both him and the existing staff and loved the family feel of the company.
