Assistant Building Surveyor | Hybrid Role, Diverse Projects

Aldwych Consulting; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Aldwych Consulting in Southampton is seeking an Assistant Building Surveyor to join a growing property and construction consultancy. You will develop technical skills, gain project exposure across Defence, Blue Light, Education, Housing and Commercial sectors, and work with experienced surveyors on a varied workload.

This role offers hybrid working, a supportive environment, and opportunities to progress. You’ll learn about building surveys, inspections, defect diagnosis, preparation of

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Surveying or other RICS-accredited discipline.
• Some practical experience in a consultancy, construction, property or estates environment would be advantageous.
• Understanding of building surveying principles, inspections and defect diagnosis.
• Interest in developing technical knowledge and project experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational and time-management abilities.
• A proactive, enthusiastic approach and willingness to learn.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Ambition to progress within Building Surveying.

Responsibilities

• Get involved in building surveys, inspections and defect investigations.
• Assist with refurbishment, repair and improvement projects.
• Prepare specifications, schedules of work, reports and other technical documentation.
• Support senior surveyors with project delivery and contract administration.
• Develop understanding of JCT and NEC contracts.
• Attend site and gain hands-on experience across a variety of property types.
• Assist with planned maintenance programmes and wider property consultancy work.
• Build relationships with clients, contractors and other project stakeholders.
• Work closely with colleagues across disciplines.
• Develop commercial and project management skills as experience grows.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Analytical thinking

Education

Building Surveying degree

Job description

Aldwych Consulting in Southampton is seeking an Assistant Building Surveyor to join a growing property and construction consultancy. You will develop technical skills, gain project exposure across Defence, Blue Light, Education, Housing and Commercial sectors, and work with experienced surveyors on a varied workload.

This role offers hybrid working, a supportive environment, and opportunities to progress. You’ll learn about building surveys, inspections, defect diagnosis, preparation of