About Whitefox - Chartered Surveyors
Whitefox is a modern, independent firm of Chartered Surveyors with a reputation for delivering expert, reliable and personal surveying services across the residential and commercial sectors.
Founded on strong core values – integrity, professionalism, personal development, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence – we are proud of the relationships we’ve built and the trust we’ve earned over the last 20 years.
At Whitefox, we believe that outstanding service begins with strong values. As an independent firm of Chartered Surveyors based in Bournemouth, we are committed to delivering high-quality, reliable advice with a personal touch. Our reputation is built not only on our technical expertise, but also on the way we work – with honesty, clarity, and genuine care for our clients and each other.
Our team shares a clear purpose: to deliver consistently excellent outcomes while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We’ve built Whitefox on a foundation of five core values that guide every aspect of our business, from client relationships to internal development and day-to-day decisions.
Our Core Values
Integrity
We act with honesty, transparency and accountability at all times. Our clients trust us because we provide clear, objective, reliable advice. We work closely alongside our clients that share our ethical values.Professionalism
We uphold the highest standard in everything we do. Our professionalism is central to our reputation and client relationships. We take pride in being responsive, well-informed, and detail-focused – ensuring our clients always receive clear, expert guidance.Personal Development
We believe that investing in our people is key to long-term success. Every member of our team is encouraged and supported to grow – whether through training, accreditation, or taking on new responsibilities. We create an environment where learning is continuous, and development is actively encouraged.Teamwork
We work collaboratively, supporting one another to deliver the best possible results. Our team culture is built on mutual respect, open communication, and shared goals. We know that by working together, we can achieve more – for our clients, our business, and each other.Commitment to Excellence
We never settle for “good enough”. We are dedicated to delivering work of the highest quality – accurate, thorough, and insightful. This commitment to excellence drives us to continually improve our services, embrace best practices and exceed expectations wherever possible.Our Mission
At Whitefox, our values are more than just words – they shape who we are, how we operate, and the experience our clients receive. As we continue to grow, we remain committed to these principles, ensuring that every service we provide reflects the standards and integrity our clients expect.Our Team
Darren Frias-Robles
BSc(Hons) FRICS C.BuildE MCABE IMaPS AIFireEManaging Director
Darren is a Chartered Surveyor and Corporate Fire & Building Engineer. He is a UK registered Expert Witness and a National Council member of the Pyramus & Thisbe Club – the leading club for the promotion of excellence in Party Wall practice.
Darren has over 20 years experience in the property & construction industries in building surveying, project management, development and construction. Prior to his current role, Darren was a Director of Hydon – a regional property Development Company.
We act with honesty, transparency and accountability at all times. Our clients trust us because we provide clear, objective, reliable advice. We work closely alongside our clients that share our ethical values.
Matthew Allibone
Director
Matthew is a Quantity Surveyor and former Commercial Manager with many years’ experience working at a senior level within the commercial office fit out/car retail industries.
Matt leads the professional team in the delivery of our services, is a keen golfer and runner, having competed in several long-distance events including the London Marathon.
Joe Gough
MRICSAssociate Director
Joe’s role at Whitefox is as senior QS providing project and cost management services to our clients. His portfolio of commercial project work is wide ranging both in size and complexity and geographical location. It includes projects such as Treasure Beach, Sandals Resort Project, Turks and Caicos and a role as Commercial Manager employed as part of the Post Hurricane rebuild and repair pro-gramme for the British Overseas Territory of Anguilla.
Joe is a keen golfer and sailor with highlights including sailing as crew on Sanya Serenity Coast, winner of the 2017-2018 Clipper Round The World Yacht Race.
Jonathan Mills
BA(Hons), MScBuilding Surveyor
Jon is a Building Surveyor and Project Manager with experience in the hospitality, office/ commercial and residential development sectors.
He is an experienced surveyor who has successfully delivered several high value hotel, care home & office refurbishment projects for our key clients. Jon also undertakes fund monitoring & QS work for our investor / fund clients.
Josh Byrne
Quantity Surveyor
Josh is an integral part of our QS team, managing several projects and undertaking estimating, valuation & contract administration work. He works closely with a number of our funding clients, advising & assisting them in assessing schemes for development finance approval.
Josh has a keen interest in the property/construction industry and works providing cost consultancy advice and assisting in the delivery of our fund monitoring services.
He too is a keen golfer and is working hard on bringing his handicap down!
Hayley Burgess
Office Manager
Hayley brings a wealth of experience from diverse sectors, including property, travel, social enterprise support and banking, making her a valuable addition to our team. Hayley provides continuous support to our clients and our colleagues in the delivery of our services.
Chris Burley
BSc(Hons) MRICSConsultant Chartered Building Surveyor
Chris is an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor with a background in insurance claims / loss adjusting and core building surveying services mainly for multi storey commercial buildings and developments within the UK and Qatar
Chris’ technical knowledge is broad and includes specialist expertise in the design, specification and installation of fire rated cladding systems to high rise buildings.
Barry Coupe
BD Coupe BA, DipArch, RIBA, ARBConsultant Architect and RIBA Client Adviser
Barry was the founding partner of a successful private practice based in East Anglia.
He has extensive personal experience dealing with projects up to £100,000,000. His expertise covers many different types of commercial work, including retail, offices and hotels. He has also been prominent in dealing with health care projects, both in the private sector and the NHS. His residential work covers both developers and private clients.
Because of Barry’s experience in dealing with projects from inception through the various work stages to completion, he is now recognised as an RIBA Client Adviser.
The RIBA have only selected 110 architects to hold this qualification because of their all-round procurement and business knowledge, and a proven track record for delivering positive results in construction projects.
Barry is currently based in Dorset, and is also Chairman of a National Charity.
Kate Shaw
Relationship Manager
Kate plays a key role in strengthening client relationships and supporting the firm’s continued growth.
With extensive experience in communications, business development, and stakeholder engagement, Kate brings a wealth of knowledge and a strong network of professional connections across the property, construction, and corporate sectors.
Her ability to connect people, build lasting partnerships, and identify opportunities for collaboration makes her a valuable part of the Whitefox team and an integral contributor to the firm’s reputation for excellence.
Ethan Frias-Robles
Digital marketing & business support
Ethan is pursuing a career in sports and plays football to a high level for several teams. Currently studying for an NCFE in Sports, Ethan works part-time at Whitefox working on digital media & marketing projects for the business.
Ralph Davis
Assistant Surveyor
Ralph is studying a T Level in Design, Planning and Surveying in the Built Environment, with the ambition to qualify as a Chartered Building Surveyor.
His role at Whitefox is to support the team across a variety of projects, including fund monitoring, building surveying, project management, and quantity surveying.
Ralph is well-informed on the latest practices and technologies from his studies and brings with him a fresh perspective.
