Business Details
9 Years
experience
Your Trusted Commercial Property Partner in London
Established in 2017, James Boatman Chartered Surveyors is an independent partnership specialising in commercial property investments. Our expertise spans investment agency, asset management, and property management, delivered through a client-focused approach. With over 20 years of experience in investment markets, James Boatman leads transactions that consistently outperform industry standards. James Preston, boasting 30 years in property management, ensures seamless service delivery across our national portfolio. We combine in-depth market knowledge with tailored strategies to maximise client returns. Our case studies demonstrate successful acquisitions, sales, and asset management across diverse sectors including retail, industrial, and mixed-use developments.Regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, we uphold the highest professional standards. Our London-based team serves clients throughout the UK, managing properties from prime West End retail spaces to large-scale industrial estates. Transparency and innovation underpin our negotiations, lease reviews, and development consultations. This commitment to excellence has earned us recognition from major institutional investors and private clients alike. Today, we remain dedicated to delivering property solutions that align with evolving market demands.
Services
Investment Agency
Asset Management
Property Management
Lease Negotiations
Portfolio Strategy
Development Consultancy
Tenant Liaison
Rent Reviews
Property Valuation
Estate Management
Details
- Year established: 2017
Highlights and features
- Regulated by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) for professional excellence
- James Boatman has over 20 years of commercial property investment experience
- Personalised service combining investment market expertise with asset management skills
- Proven track record managing properties from prime retail to industrial estates
- Dedicated team with 30 years of property management experience led by James Preston
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Services
Investment Agency
Our investment agency team specialises in commercial property transactions, offering market-leading advice on acquisitions and disposals. We identify high-potential investments, negotiate optimal terms, and leverage deep market knowledge to maximise client returns. With expertise in retail, industrial, and mixed-use assets, we serve institutional investors and private clients nationwide.
Asset Management
We develop and execute value-enhancing strategies for commercial property portfolios, focusing on lease negotiations, refurbishment programmes, and income optimisation. Our team combines investment market expertise with practical management experience to deliver tailored solutions. Services include rent reviews, tenant management, and strategic redevelopment advice across the UK.
Property Management
Our property management division handles day-to-day operations for commercial assets nationwide. We provide rent collection, service charge administration, facilities management, and compliance oversight. With specialists in London and the South East, we manage diverse properties from prime retail spaces to large industrial estates, ensuring operational efficiency and tenant satisfaction.
People
James Boatman
Partner
With over 20 years in commercial property investment, James leads our agency team. He specialises in identifying high-performing assets and negotiating complex transactions, combining market insight with client-focused service delivery.
James Preston
Partner
Bringing 30 years of property management expertise, James oversees our management division. He ensures exceptional client service through strategic oversight of portfolios spanning London and the South East.
Questions
What commercial property services do you offer?
We provide investment agency for property sales/purchases, asset management strategies, and comprehensive property management services across the UK.
How experienced is your team?
Our partners have over 50 combined years of experience in commercial property, with expertise in investment markets and property management.
Which areas do you cover?
While based in London, we manage properties nationwide including industrial estates, retail units, and office developments.
How do you add value to property portfolios?
We combine market insights with practical management, optimising rental income, negotiating favourable terms, and implementing strategic improvements.
What makes you different from other surveyors?
Our RICS-regulated services integrate investment expertise with hands-on management, ensuring cohesive solutions tailored to client objectives.
