Assistant Building Surveyor

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is a world‑leading design, engineering and project management organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform infrastructure and energy systems to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Our Buildings & Places team delivers high‑profile construction and refurbishment projects across the UK and internationally. You will join a collaborative environment that supports your development within a forward‑thinking consultancy.

Our Building Surveying Practice is growing, and we are seeking a Graduate / Assistant Building Surveyor to join our Wales team. This role offers progression toward Chartership with proactive APC support, technical training, and access to industry‑leading digital tools.

Your role will span multiple projects in different sectors, providing a range of building surveying duties. You will:

• Undertake condition surveys, measured surveys, defect diagnosis and technical due diligence; maintain awareness of industry developments and best practice.
• Prepare professional reports, schedules of work, specifications and technical drawings.
• Assist with project management and contract administration across various sectors.
• Support pre‑ and post‑contract activities under JCT and NEC forms of contract.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects appropriate to your experience and competency level.
• Support the design and delivery of refurbishment, maintenance and small‑to‑medium capital projects.
• Contribute to sustainability and building safety assessments, including compliance with CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act.

Maintain strong client relationships and ensure high‑quality service delivery, with support from senior colleagues as required. Participate in team knowledge sharing, CPD and professional development activities. Contribute to quality assurance, best practice initiatives and continuous improvement. Understand the principles of quality, health and safety, and environmental management within project delivery.

Qualifications & Training

• BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying (RICS accredited degree) or equivalent. Actively working towards professional membership preferred, namely MRICS or equivalent.
• A developing foundation of building surveying knowledge, ideally from placements, internships or post‑graduate roles.
• Awareness of design and construction processes, building pathology, statutory compliance and project delivery, especially refurbishment and extension projects.
• Experience delivering pre‑ and post‑contract project management activities.
• Understanding of Health and Safety requirements, including CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act.
• An awareness of standard forms of building contracts (e.g. JCT and NEC).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD, Revit or digital surveying tools is advantageous.
• Experience in sectors such as education, local authorities, healthcare, central government or infrastructure is desirable.

Explore rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a range of benefits you can tailor to your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Benefit from opportunities for training and professional development, and a hybrid working culture with flexible holiday allowances.

We are a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization dedicated to engineering a better future. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems, delivering end‑to‑end services across the asset life cycle, including consulting, advisory & environmental services, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital.

Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will depend on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, it will be discussed  vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require proof of UK residency of 5 years or…