Overview
Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB) provides independent construction and property consultancy services for built projects around the world. Its work spans feasibility, cost planning, project management, procurement advice, contract administration, and asset management, guiding clients from early ideas through delivery and operation. The firm combines specialists across markets to deliver unbiased advice, using market data and project controls to help optimize cost, schedule, risk, and quality. RLB differentiates itself by its 240+ year track record, global network of about 4,500 professionals, and its emphasis on truth, trust, collaboration, and responsible impact, underpinned by a commitment to independence and straight talk. The goal is to help clients deliver successful projects efficiently while making a positive contribution to communities and the planet.
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What believers are saying
- October 2026 launched North America technical due diligence under Sabrina Mackin, widening transaction advisory revenue.
- RLB-backed projects won six Australian property awards in November 2026, boosting brand authority.
- Austin, data center, infrastructure, and hospitality leadership hires in 2026 show aggressive market expansion.
What critics are saying
- September 2026 UK cuts removed 40 roles, signaling demand pressure and internal strain.
- Architecture Billings Index fell to 46.6 in July 2026, threatening 2027 fee pipelines.
- Large competitors capture data center and infrastructure mandates; RLB lacks scale to defend every geography.
What makes Rider Levett Bucknall unique
- RLB pairs quantity surveying with technical due diligence across acquisitions, lending, and capital planning.
- Its North America platform spans 30-plus offices, giving local pricing and project coverage.
- RLB publishes proprietary cost indices and crane data, strengthening its advisory credibility.
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