Apprentice Building Surveyor

Apprentice Building Surveyor (Colchester)

Job title: Apprentice Building Surveyor
Apprenticeship training course title: BSc (Hons) Building Surveying (Anglia Ruskin University)
Closing date for applications: 27 March 2026
Start date for successful candidate: Early September 2026
Working days / hours: Monday – Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm (37.5 hrs)
No of apprenticeship vacancies: 1
Salary: £16,000 rising to £21,158 in second year
Employer Address:
780 The Crescent
Colchester Business Park
Colchester
CO4 9YQ

We are looking for an Apprentice Building Surveyor to become part of our friendly, welcoming team in Colchester.

Enthusiastic and willing to learn, you can expect to receive exceptional training, guidance and support to help you develop and consolidate your skills.

Come and join us, if you want to work on a variety of projects; no two days will ever be the same.

The building surveying role includes but is not restricted to:

• Building Inspections
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  Building surveyors conduct thorough inspections of buildings, both residential and commercial. They examine various aspects such as the structural integrity, condition of the roof, walls, floors, and other components. They look for any defects, damages, or issues that might affect the safety, functionality, or value of the building.
• Report Writing
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  After the inspection, building surveyors write detailed reports outlining their findings. These reports include descriptions of any defects or problems discovered during the inspection, along with recommendations for repairs or maintenance.
• Advising Clients
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  Building surveyors provide expert advice to their clients, which may include homeowners, property developers, investors, or government agencies. They offer recommendations on how to address any building defects and how to improve energy efficiency as well as guidance on property maintenance, renovation, or construction projects.
• Building Regulations and Planning
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  Building surveyors need to have a thorough understanding of the planning process and building regulations. They ensure that buildings comply with relevant laws and standards related to safety, accessibility, energy efficiency, and sustainability.
• Project Management
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  Building surveyors are also be involved in project management for construction or renovation projects. They oversee the planning, design, and implementation of building projects, ensuring that they meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Client Communication
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  Effective communication is key in this role. Building surveyors interact with clients regularly, providing updates on the progress of inspections or projects, answering questions, and addressing concerns.
• Sustainability
  . Building surveyors promote energy efficiency, sustainable construction, environmental assessments, climate resilience, green policies, and advocate for sustainable development to save the planet.

The workload will be varied, with a diverse range of clients including developers, property companies, retailers, local authorities, health trusts, universities, schools and academies.

Studying at Anglia Ruskin University
’s Chelmsford campus on day release, at the end of the five‑year course you will have gained a BSc (Hons) Building Surveying degree.

DCP has a strong record of nurturing trainee/apprentice surveyors through their degree programmes and subsequently through the APC process. We will provide support and structured learning to help you achieve Chartered status.

Required Qualifications:

• GCSE:
  English and Maths (grade C/4)
• BTEC:
  Any (112 UCAS points) DMM

Required skills:

• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills
• Good numeracy and literacy skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise work to meet deadlines
• Excellent keyboard skills and the ability to use a variety of IT systems to record and process data accurately and efficiently
• Full driving licence
• Thorough attention to detail
• Willingness to contribute to and support the work of other members of the team

Our company perks, etc. include:

• 1-day per year allowed for social value/volunteering
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Professional subscriptions
• Monthly POET’s Day…