Updated: 28th August, 2025
Created: 13th August, 2022
Robert joined Barker in 2002 and is a Partner based in our Braintree office. A Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, he has over 20 years’ experience of all core building surveying services and provides strategic estates advice to key accounts in the education, commercial, ecclesiastical and public sectors.
An education specialist, he provides the following services: estates and energy strategy, asset management planning, project management and capital funding applications.
Robert works closely with clients to plan and implement energy efficiency and sustainability strategies to save money, reduce carbon emissions and meet ESG objectives.
As a RICS Certified Historic Buildings Professional he provides conservation consultancy for clients with listed and historic buildings.
Robert is an experienced APC Assessor and Chairman and is also an external examiner for Anglia Ruskin University
As a Partner Robert leads the Business Development and Marketing function at Barker, builds relationships with key sector bodies and helps steer the strategic growth of the company.
Email: rgould@barker-associates.co.uk
Tel: 01279 648057
Barker is an integrated property consultancy and trusted advisor to schools, trusts, colleges and universities across the country.
Partnering with sector bodies the Confederation of School Trusts (CST), The Trust Network (TTN), Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) and Institute of School Business Leadership (ISBL) we help promote best practice in estates and energy management in the schools and academies sector.
Compare the market
Solar PV systems are a fantastic way to take action on climate change and reduce energy costs but with many suppliers and funders in the market, many organisations do not know where to start or are worried about making the wrong decision.
As a trusted advisor to the academies sector, Barker is helping schools and Trusts install Solar PV systems that offer the optimum returns for the school.
At Barker we do not favour particular products, suppliers, finance models or procurement routes. Our impartial advice will help you make the best decision for your organisation and obtain best value.
• Systems optimised for the school, not the installer or funder.
• Different funding options assessed to enable schools and trusts to make the right decision for their organisation.
• Competitive procurement process to achieve value for money and compliance with the Academies Handbook.
• Professional project management and technical due diligence. No false promises, no hidden surprises.
Generate your own energy with Solar PV
The more energy you can generate, the less reliant on shifting energy prices you will be. A school can typically generate 25% of its electricity on site from Solar PV panels.
Funding solutions are available to enable schools and trusts to do this even if they do not have available capital.
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How can Barker help?
Barker is an integrated property consultancy and trusted advisor to schools, trusts, colleges and universities across the country.
We help develop and implement energy management strategies that save money, reduce carbon emissions and engage with your staff, students and community.
Barker have installed thousands of PV panels to schools across the UK generating millions of pounds in savings and starting the journey to net zero.
We will support and guide you on your sustainability journey. Barker manages the entire process, from start to finish — letting you focus on delivering your educational goals.
