Assistant Building Surveyor

Bennett and Game Recruitment LTD; Eltham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in South East London is seeking an Assistant Building Surveyor. This role offers exposure to various sectors and structured APC support. Ideal candidates have a degree in Building Surveying and relevant experience, along with strong communication and organizational skills. The position features a competitive salary range of £30,000 - £45,000 and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday leave

Bonus payments for employee referrals

Discounted gym membership

Flexible working hours

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience within private practice or consultancy.
• Working towards APC with full support provided.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a full range of building surveying services across multiple sectors.
• Support senior surveyors with building condition surveys and defect analysis.
• Prepare specifications and assist with contract administration.
• Advise on statutory compliance including building regulations and safety requirements.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong technical knowledge of construction and building regulations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline

Job description

Overview

Our client is a leading multi-disciplinary consultancy with over 250 staff, delivering expert services in architecture, building surveying, project management, cost consultancy, M&E, structural engineering, and sustainability. They are involved in diverse and high-profile projects across residential, education, healthcare, commercial, and public sector schemes, working with both private and public clients. They are seeking an Assistant Building Surveyor to join their South East London office. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain broad exposure across multiple sectors, receive structured APC support, and work within a collaborative environment that promotes career development.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: £30,000 - £45,000 (DOE)
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Birthday leave
• Buying & selling annual leave scheme
• Life assurance cover (4x annual salary)
• Pension scheme with a 4.5% matched contribution (salary sacrifice)
• Bonus payments for employee referrals
• Medicash Health Cash Plan, including:
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline
• Reimbursement for medical expenses (dentist, opticians, physiotherapy, prescriptions, etc.)
• Discounted gym membership
• Virtual GP access
• Mental health and stress support
• Digital physiotherapy services
• SkinVision App for skin health monitoring
• Additional shopping discounts (mobile phone contracts, insurance, holidays, etc.)
• Access to in-house mental health first aiders
• Flexible core working hours (10:00 AM - 4:15 PM within a 7.25-hour workday)
• Agile working policy (minimum one day in the office per week, subject to business needs)
• Professional development and one-to-one career support scheme
• Reimbursement of professional membership fees
• Two CSR days per year for volunteering or community work
• £50 contribution towards each charity event participated in

Job Overview

Assisting in delivering a full range of building surveying services across residential, education, healthcare, commercial, and public sector projects. Supporting senior surveyors with building condition surveys, defect analysis, and feasibility studies. Preparing specifications, schedules of work, and assisting with contract administration. Advising on statutory compliance, including building regulations, planning, and health & safety requirements. Liaising with clients, stakeholders, and consultants to ensure successful project outcomes. Contributing to sustainability-focused initiatives and multi-disciplinary project delivery. Gaining experience across project management and contract administration duties. Receiving structured APC support and mentoring towards MRICS.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a full range of building surveying services across multiple sectors.
• Support senior surveyors with building condition surveys, defect analysis, and feasibility studies.
• Prepare specifications, schedules of work, and assist with contract administration.
• Advise on statutory compliance, including building regulations, planning, and health & safety requirements.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders, and consultants to ensure project success.
• Contribute to sustainability-focused initiatives and multi-disciplinary project delivery.
• Gain experience across project management and contract administration duties.
• Receive structured APC support and mentoring towards MRICS.

Requirements

• Degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline.
• Minimum 12 months' experience within private practice or consultancy.
• Working towards APC (full support provided).
• Strong technical knowledge of construction and building regulations.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as required.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Building Surveyor to join a forward-thinking consultancy, offering structured APC support, professional development, and exposure to some of the most diverse and exciting projects in the sector.

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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