Assistant Building Surveyor – Birmingham

Brandon James Ltd; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking consultancy is seeking an ambitious Assistant Building Surveyor to join their Birmingham team. This role offers exceptional APC support and the chance to work on diverse projects across commercial, education, and retail sectors. You'll enjoy strong project ownership and close client interaction, all while being part of a collaborative team committed to professional development. With a focus on nurturing talent, this position provides a fantastic opportunity for career progression and skill enhancement in a supportive environment. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, this role could be the perfect fit.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension contribution

Bonus scheme

Private healthcare

Paid professional fees

APC support programme

Retail discount scheme

Gym membership

Regular company social events

Qualifications

• RICS-accredited degree and on the APC pathway preferred.
• Prior experience in a consultancy environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a full suite of commercial professional services.
• Manage and deliver refurbishment, fit-out, and new build projects.

Skills

Communication Skills

Client-Facing Skills

Proactive Attitude

Education

RICS-accredited degree

Job description

A client of mine, a leading national construction consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality professional and project services across the built environment, are looking to appoint an ambitious Assistant Building Surveyor to join their growing Birmingham team.

The successful Assistant Building Surveyor will benefit from exceptional APC support, joining a close-knit and highly regarded team known for their collaborative culture and commitment to professional development.

The Assistant Building Surveyor’s Role

You’ll play a key part in delivering a full suite of commercial professional services, including technical due diligence, defect diagnosis, party wall matters, measured surveys, and planned preventative maintenance.

In addition, you will gain hands-on experience managing and delivering a wide range of refurbishment, fit-out, and new build projects across a variety of sectors – including commercial, education, and retail. From day one, you’ll enjoy strong project ownership, close client interaction, and support from senior colleagues as you work towards Chartership.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven and capable Building Surveyor to step into a role with real responsibility and scope for progression.

The Successful Assistant Building Surveyor Will Have

Qualifications:

• RICS-accredited degree

• On the APC pathway (preferred)

Experience & Attributes:

• Prior experience within a consultancy environment

• Exposure to both project and professional services

• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn

• Strong communication and client-facing skills

In Return?

• £32,000 – £40,000

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays

• Pension contribution

• Bonus scheme

• Private healthcare

• Paid professional fees

• APC support programme

• Retail discount scheme

• Gym membership

• Regular company social events

• Hybrid working

If you’re an Assistant Building Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career within a supportive and forward-thinking consultancy, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James.