Building Surveyor

Company: Altura Search
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Location: London
Job Description:

Graduate / Building Surveyor – London & South East – up to £45,000 salary

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Graduate / Building Surveyor to join a leading multidisciplinary consultancy within their London & South East team.

The firm boasts a 100% APC pass rate over the past 9 years for their Building Surveyors with a really structured support system, including a full mock interview process 6 months before sitting, led by in-house APC assessors, alongside presentation coaching and tailored guidance.

The building surveying team have a dynamic, collaborative environment delivering work across public and private sector clients, including education, healthcare, defence, central government and infrastructure.

Building Surveyor Responsibilities

Working across a varied portfolio of projects, responsibilities will include:

  • Undertaking condition surveys, measured surveys, defect diagnosis and technical due diligence
  • Preparing professional reports, specifications, schedules of work and technical documentation
  • Supporting and delivering Contract Administration and Project Management duties
  • Assisting with pre- and post-contract activities under JCT and NEC contracts
  • Contributing to refurbishment, maintenance and small-to-medium capital projects
  • Supporting sustainability, building safety and compliance requirements (including CDM 2015)
  • Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary project teams
  • Assisting in maintaining client relationships and delivering high-quality service

Building Surveyor Requirements

  • BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying or RICS-accredited equivalent
  • 0-5 years Building Surveying experience
  • Currently working towards MRICS (APC pathway)
  • Understanding of construction technology, building pathology and project delivery
  • Awareness of JCT / NEC contracts and pre- and post-contract duties
  • Knowledge of health & safety and regulatory requirements (CDM, Building Safety)
  • Strong report writing and communication skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (AutoCAD / Revit beneficial)
  • Proactive, team-oriented and keen to develop within a consultancy environment
  • Willingness to travel to project sites

Benefits

  • Competitive salary up to £45,000
  • Structured APC programme with dedicated mentoring and training support
  • Defined contribution pension (double matched up to 10%)
  • Flexible annual leave (buy/sell options)
  • Private medical and dental insurance
  • Wellbeing support including digital health services
  • Gym membership scheme (Gymflex)
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Season ticket loan
  • Employee discounts and perks platform
  • Charity and volunteering initiatives
  • Recognition and long-service awards
  • Strong focus on career progression within a global consultancy

This is an excellent opportunity for a Graduate / Assistant Building Surveyor looking to gain exposure to a wide range of projects and sectors, while progressing toward Chartership within a structured and supportive environment.

Posted: May 23rd, 2026