2027 Early Careers Programme - Building Consultancy

Workman LLP; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Full-time contract

Discretionary bonus

Healthcare & life insurance

Extra holidays on birthday

Gym membership

Social events

Referral bonus

Job summary

Workman LLP, the UK’s leading independent commercial property management specialist, invites graduates to join its Building Consultancy team in Birmingham. You’ll gain hands-on experience across a range of commercial properties while building client relationships and professional networks from day one.

Working with experienced Building Surveyors, you’ll explore APC and Chartered status through supported qualifications, with hybrid working and structured development opportunities within a 35-hour

Qualifications

• Interest in buildings, construction and the built environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking building inspections and property surveys.
• Preparing schedules of condition, dilapidations and defect reports.
• Assisting with contract administration and project management duties.
• Supporting refurbishment, repair and maintenance projects.
• Preparing specifications, reports and technical advice for clients.
• Ensuring compliance with building regulations, health & safety legislation and industry standards.
• Assisting clients with planned maintenance strategies and asset improvement programmes.
• Working closely with colleagues and clients to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Skills

Interest in buildings

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

RICS-accredited degree

Non-RICS degree

Advanced Apprenticeship in Surveying/Construction

Job description

You’ll join our Building Consultancy team, working across a diverse range of commercial properties and projects. From day one, you’ll gain hands‑on experience and early client exposure, helping you build confidence and develop professional relationships in real‑world environments.

You’ll work alongside experienced Building Surveyors and collaborate with colleagues across Property Management, ESG, Facilities Management, and other service lines, gaining valuable insight into the wider commercial property industry.

As part of the programme, you’ll attend external industry events and forums, complete your IOSH certification, and receive structured support towards your professional qualifications and career development.

This position is full‑time, combining practical on‑the‑job experience with formal learning and professional development opportunities.

Available Pathways

Graduate Pathways

RICS-Accredited Degree

• 24‑month programme designed to support you in completing the APC and becoming a Chartered Building Surveyor

Non‑RICS Accredited Degree

• 30‑month programme designed to support you in completing an MSc in Building Surveying alongside the APC, leading to Chartered Building Surveyor status

Apprentice Pathway

Building Surveying Degree Apprenticeship

• 5‑year programme designed to support you in completing a BSc in Building Surveying and the APC to become a Chartered Building Surveyor

What You’ll Do

As a Building Surveyor, you'll provide professional advice on the condition, maintenance, refurbishment, and improvement of commercial properties. You'll work with owners, occupiers, investors, and developers, helping them make informed decisions about their property assets.

You’ll be involved in a broad range of building surveying activities, gaining exposure to both professional and project work across various sectors.

Typical responsibilities include:

• Undertaking building inspections and property surveys
• Preparing schedules of condition, dilapidations, and defect reports
• Assisting with contract administration and project management duties
• Supporting refurbishment, repair, and maintenance projects
• Preparing specifications, reports, and technical advice for clients
• Ensuring compliance with building regulations, health and safety legislation, and industry standards
• Assisting clients with planned maintenance strategies and asset improvement programmes
• Working closely with colleagues and clients to deliver projects on time and within budget

What Matters Most In This Role

• A genuine interest in buildings, construction, and the built environment
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem‑solving skills
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities
• Confidence working both independently and as part of a team
• Resilience, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
• A willingness to work across different locations, both on‑site and in the office
• A proactive approach to learning and taking ownership of your professional development

Entry Requirements

Graduate Applicants

RICS-Accredited Degree Pathway

• RICS‑accredited Building Surveying degree with a minimum 2:2 classification (or equivalent)

Non‑RICS Degree Pathway

• Non‑cognate, non‑RICS accredited degree with a minimum 2:2 classification

Apprentice Applicants

• 96 UCAS tariff points (or equivalent) and GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent);

OR

• An Advanced Apprenticeship in Surveying or Construction Technical with a minimum DD profile (or equivalent qualification), plus GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent)

Why Workman?

• Hybrid working to offer you a great work life balance, with a minimum of three days in the office. The first 6 months you will be required to work in the office full time
• A full‑time contract (35 hours a week)
• Discretionary annual bonus and salary reviews
• Healthcare, life insurance & wellness programme
• Long service additional holidays, your birthday off and an extra day between Christmas and New Year
• Lifestyle benefits to suit you: gym membership, cycle to work, buy and sell holiday to name just a few
• Social events throughout the year including a firm wide Christmas party!
• Generous referral bonus

About Workman

As the UK’s leading independent commercial property management specialist, Workman has an enviable position within the property industry.

We are proud of our longstanding relationships with many of our clients, some of whom we have worked with for more than 25 years. Our clients include leading institutional and sector‑specialist investors, private property companies, public sector bodies and a growing number of overseas investors.

We pride ourselves on the calibre of our employees and their unique skill sets.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are an equal opportunities employer, and it is our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce and follow the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010

This job description does not form part of your contract of employment, and the duties may be amended from time to time.

Please note: Applications close in December 2026. Candidates who are successful in the initial stages of the recruitment process will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre in January 2027 at Manchester or London.