Graduate Building Surveyor

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Building Surveyor to join our building surveying team, with a particular focus on undertaking fabric condition surveys across a range of properties.

The role will provide an excellent opportunity for a graduate to develop practical, hands-on building surveying experience while working alongside experienced surveyors. The successful candidate will be involved in inspecting buildings, identifying defects and deterioration, recording condition information, preparing reports and assisting with the development of planned maintenance and capital investment programmes.

The position will involve regular site inspections and travel to client properties. It will suit someone who has a genuine interest in buildings and construction, enjoys working on site and is keen to develop their technical knowledge and surveying skills.

The successful candidate will assist with and, as their experience develops, take responsibility for undertaking detailed visual inspections of building fabric and associated elements. This will include roofs, walls, elevations, windows, doors, external finishes, floors, ceilings, internal finishes and other building components.

You will be expected to identify and record defects, deterioration, damage and potential maintenance requirements, supported by clear photographic records and written observations. You will develop an understanding of the likely causes of defects and, where appropriate and within your level of competence, recommend suitable remedial works and further investigations.

A key part of the role will be accurately recording the condition of building elements and assessing their apparent serviceability and likely maintenance requirements. You will also be expected to identify any health and safety concerns or issues requiring urgent attention and escalate these appropriately to senior members of the team.

You will assist with the preparation of fabric condition survey reports, schedules of defects, photographic schedules and recommendations for remedial works. You will also contribute to planned preventative maintenance programmes, lifecycle assessments and capital expenditure forecasts, helping clients to understand the condition of their buildings and make informed decisions about future maintenance and investment.

The role will provide exposure to a variety of construction types, materials and building defects. You will work alongside experienced surveyors to develop your understanding of building pathology, construction methods, repair techniques and appropriate maintenance strategies.

As your experience develops, you will have the opportunity to become involved in wider building surveying activities, including building surveys, defect investigations, preparation of specifications and schedules of works, tender documentation, refurbishment projects and contract administration.

We are seeking a graduate who has completed, or is working towards completing, a degree in Building Surveying or a closely related RICS-accredited discipline. Previous experience within building surveying, construction or property would be advantageous, although the role is primarily aimed at someone at graduate or early-career level.

You should have a genuine interest in how buildings are constructed, maintained and repaired, together with a willingness to develop your understanding of building defects and pathology.

Strong written and verbal communication skills are important, as the role will involve producing professional survey reports and communicating findings to colleagues and clients. You should have good attention to detail and be comfortable working methodically when recording and assessing large amounts of condition information.

Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Word and Excel, are expected, together with the ability to learn and use surveying and asset management systems. Experience with AutoCAD or similar software would be beneficial but is not essential.

The role will involve regular travel to client sites, so a full UK driving licence and the ability to travel independently between properties would be advantageous.

We are looking for someone who is observant, practical and analytical, with the ability to look at a building and understand how its different elements interact and deteriorate over time.

You should be comfortable working independently on site while also recognising when advice or…