Assistant Building Surveyor

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established consultancy in London seeks an Assistant Building Surveyor to join their growing team. This role focuses on projects within the education sector, providing a clear path toward professional development and chartership. The ideal candidate will have at least two years' consultancy experience, a degree in Building Surveying, and strong skills in AutoCAD. You will support educational institutions by conducting surveys, preparing reports, and liaising with clients. A competitive salary and benefits are offered, including hybrid working options.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Company pension scheme

Access to healthcare plan

Profit Share Scheme

Ongoing professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a consultancy environment.
• Working towards or holding RICS chartership (MRICS advantageous).
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of building surveying services for schools and colleges.
• Conduct condition surveys and produce reports.
• Prepare tender documentation and oversee works on site.

Skills

AutoCAD

Client liaising

Site inspections

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Position: Assistant Building Surveyor

Location: London

Salary: £35k - £45k

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, multidisciplinary consultancy known for its integrated expertise across architecture, project management, surveying, engineering, and sustainability. With a strong reputation for delivering innovative and sustainable solutions from concept to completion, the organisation works extensively across the education sector, providing strategic and technical support to schools, colleges, academies, and trusts nationwide. With a collaborative, forward‑thinking culture and a commitment to professional development, this firm is a trusted advisor to educational institutions throughout the UK.

This role offers hands‑on experience, excellent sector exposure, and a clear pathway toward professional development and chartership.

Assistant Building Surveyor – Salary & Benefits

• Salary £35,000 – £45,000 depending on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Access to a healthcare plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including Life Assurance
• Profit Share Scheme
• Hybrid working available
• Ongoing professional development, including structured training towards chartership

Assistant Building Surveyor – Job Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for a Building Surveyor with at least two years' consultancy experience to join a growing team based in London. The role focuses exclusively on projects within the education sector, offering the chance to make a tangible impact on learning environments across the UK.

You will support the delivery of building surveying services for a varied portfolio of schools and colleges, providing technical expertise and acting as a key contact for clients. From conducting condition surveys and producing reports, to preparing tender documentation and overseeing works on site, you'll play an integral part in helping clients maintain and improve their estates.

Assistant Building Surveyor – Job Requirements

• A degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a consultancy environment
• Prior experience in the education sector is advantageous but not essential
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD
• Working towards or holding RICS chartership (MRICS advantageous)
• Comfortable liaising with clients and conducting regular site inspections
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• Willingness to undergo an Enhanced DBS check

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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