Apprentice Building Surveyor

calfordseaden LLP; Orpington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative construction consultancy is offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Building Surveyor. This five-year program combines practical experience with academic study, allowing you to earn a degree without incurring debt. You'll work alongside seasoned professionals, gaining invaluable insights into the surveying field while contributing to diverse projects. This role promises a supportive environment with structured training and mentorship, setting the stage for a successful career in surveying. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding journey in the construction industry, this apprenticeship is the perfect start.

Benefits

Hybrid working

25 days paid annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Electric car scheme

Travel season ticket loan

Cycle to work scheme

Flu vaccinations

Enhanced family leave options

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and Maths is required.
• 112 UCAS Tariff points at level 3, ideally with a Maths subject.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and defect inspections on refurbishment projects.
• Assist in preparing reports, contract documents, and specifications.
• Liaise with clients and assist senior team members with queries.

Skills

MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint)

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Time Management

Initiative

Professionalism

Education

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grades C+ including English and Maths

112 UCAS Tariff points at level 3

Job description

Are you seeking to build the foundations of a rewarding career in Surveying in an award-winning construction consultancy? Look no further! We’re recruiting our Apprentice class of 2025 with a range of exciting Degree Apprenticeship opportunities available.

Apprentice Building Surveyor
Orpington, Kent

Closing date - 30 May 2025

As an Apprentice Building Surveyor, you’ll gain practical experience of Building Surveying working across the public and private sector.

Starting in September 2025, you’ll have the opportunity to study for a Building Surveying Degree with a leading University while working alongside and learning from professional expertise. We’ll cover all the costs for your qualification, meaning you can obtain a Degree without the debt! Upon completion of your Degree, we’ll provide support to help you achieve Chartered member of RICS.

It’s not for the faint hearted as the Chartered Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship takes 5 years, but you’ll get priceless experience working alongside qualified professionals on various projects and with various client groups during this time. You’ll have a structured training plan, access to a buddy and support from fellow Apprentices, giving you the best possible start to your career.

Interviews are scheduled for week commencing 23 June 2025

What you’ll be doing:

• Attending sites with experienced colleagues to conduct surveys, defect inspections and rectification on a range of refurbishment projects
• Assisting the preparation of reports, contract documents and specifications
•Performing support tasks associated with tender preparation and review of tenders received
•Assisting and ultimately managing handovers including completion/checking of snagging and checking/validating paperwork
•Assisting with costing of projects
•Undertaking reviews of sites to understand and record risks, reporting back to Senior colleagues
•Preparing and updating tracker documents to record progress in relation to various contractual matters such as section agreements, planning and handover information.
•Liaising with clients, contractors and other third parties and assist senior team members with queries

What you’ll need:

Qualifications
• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grades C+ or 4+ including English and Maths
• Equivalent to 112 UCAS Tariff points at level 3 (ideally including a Maths related subject) or Advanced Diploma in a construction related topic

Knowledge
• Confident user of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint)
• A basic knowledge of building construction or a willingness to learn more about this
• A willingness to learn more about standard forms of contract including the JCT suite of contracts
• UK driving licence and access to transport

Skills
• Professional, proactive and receptive to constructive feedback
• Good people skills
• Strong analytical skills and good attention to detail
• Good time management skills
• Good verbal and written communication
• Ability to work using own initiative
• Ability to remain calm

Eligibility for an Apprenticeship
You must have the legal right to work in the UK as we’re unable to sponsor Apprentices. You will not be eligible for an Apprenticeship if;
• You’ve already got qualifications, in the same subject area, that are at a higher grade than the Apprenticeship you’ve applied for
• You’ve already achieved the skills, knowledge and behaviours required for the relevant Apprenticeship qualification
• You’re in full time education (including undertaking another Apprenticeship) in September 2025
• The Apprenticeship you’re applying for duplicates what you’ve already learnt

Who we are
calfordseaden is a leading multi-disciplined construction and property consultancy. We provide a range of services to the UK building and construction industry covering chartered building and quantity surveying; project management; building information modelling (BIM); health and safety, architecture; mechanical and electrical engineering; sustainability; fire consultancy and civil and structural engineering. We have offices across the UK. You can find out more about our work on our website www.calfordseaden.com

Our values shape the way we work together with colleagues and clients. We expect everyone to demonstrate these in their work:

• Collaboration- Being one team and supporting each other to achieve the best results and maximise our potential.
• Authenticity- Being true to ourselves and others and celebrating our differences.
• Giving Back- Recognizing and embracing the need for our work to have a positive social impact.
• Excellence- Striving to be up with the best and at the forefront of what we do.
• Support- Providing investment, encouragement and support to bring out the best in our People.
• Integrity- Being honest and doing the right thing

Our Vision
We want to be a trusted client advisor; national in reach, local in service; selected for our quality and expertise in the built environment.

Our brilliant team consists of individuals who are willing to go the extra mile to deliver the best results and are ultimately why our clients choose to work with us time and time again.

Our People
We are proud to hold the Investors in People Gold award which demonstrates our commitment to developing and investing in our people. We take training seriously, providing practical and financial assistance to all eligible personnel.

We offer a range of benefits including hybrid working, 25 days’ paid annual leave (increasing with service), the opportunity to buy and sell annual leave, 10 days unpaid annual leave, a pension scheme, access to an employee assistance programme, electric car scheme, travel season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme, flu vaccinations, enhanced family leave options and more!

calfordseaden is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to and support the principles of equality of opportunity in employment, training and service delivery.