Assistant Surveyor - Year Placement 2026 - Building Surveying

Cantor Fitzgerald; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building consultancy in Greater London is offering a year placement for students in Building Surveying. This position provides hands-on experience across various consultancy specialisms and aims to build the skills needed for MRICS accreditation. Interns will assist in professional projects, conduct site visits, and receive guidance from experienced colleagues. The opportunity includes a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and extensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance related staff profit share

Wellbeing allowance

26 days' holiday

Pension scheme membership

Private Medical Insurance

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Studying a Building Surveying RICS accredited degree is preferred.
• Active interest in Building Surveying and the built environment.
• Proactive approach and desire to learn and develop.

Responsibilities

• Support the effective delivery of professional advice.
• Assisting with site visits to assess building conditions.
• Preparing reports on building conditions, identifying defects.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Good MS Office skills

Organised and efficient

Flexible and self-motivated

Positive attitude

Education

Studying a Building Surveying RICS accredited degree

Job description

Our Team

Our Building Consultancy team provide technical advice and construction expertise to help navigate each stage of the building lifecycle. Our work covers all areas of building surveying, from dilapidation advice to schedules of condition, due diligence to expert witness. Our team work with occupiers, investors, financiers and developers to provide advice on building performance, cost in use, future flexibility and compliance.

Programme Overview

During your Year Placement you will;

• Gain practical, hands‑on experience across the full range of Building Consultancy specialisms
• Contribute to client‑facing projects, including inspections, reports, refurbishment schemes, contract administration, and professional advisory work
• Build the professional skills and technical competencies required for MRICS accreditation
• Benefit from structured training, mentorship, and guidance from experienced colleagues through our development programme.
• Enhance your market knowledge and develop the expertise needed to progress towards MRICS qualification and a long‑term career in Building Surveying

Please note – this placement position will start in September 2026 for 12 months.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the effective delivery of professional advice through the completion of typical instructions
• Assisting with site visits to assess building conditions, structural integrity and compliance with building codes and regulations
• Preparing and drafting reports on building conditions, including identifying defects or areas requiring maintenance
• Coordination between contractors, suppliers and project teams to ensure smooth project delivery
• Project support on projects, monitoring progress and ensuring that work complies with building regulations and quality standards
• Assisting with risk assessments, ensuring that all work conducted on site meets health and safety regulations

Required Skills

• Studying a Building Surveying RICS accredited degree is preferred
• An active interest in the Building Surveying and the built environment
• Flexible and self‑motivated with a real desire to deliver excellent customer service and strong client relationships
• Proactive approach and a desire to continually learn and develop
• Organised, efficient, able to use your initiative and work to tight deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, coupled with an eye for details
• Positive attitude and willing to learn and develop
• Good MS Office skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and Powerpoint

Application Process

• Submit an online application including CV and answer a few short screening questions
• MS Teams interview with one 1 interviewer
• In Person Interview & Short Presentation with 2 assessors

Please see our website for more information on key dates.

Benefits

We offer a supportive and rewarding environment ensuring that our graduates have the tools, guidance, and benefits needed to grow both personally and professionally.

• Competitive salary aligned with industry standards
• Performance related staff profit share scheme
• Wellbeing allowance which can be used for either physical or mental wellbeing activities
• 26 days’ holiday, plus Bank Holidays and days at Christmas and New Year.
• 1 paid volunteering day per year to help give back to our local communities
• Pension scheme membership (after initial probationary period)
• Life and Accident insurance
• Group income protection scheme
• Private Medical Insurance
• Critical Illness Cover
• Wellbeing Allowance
• Interest Free Season Ticket Loan
• Interest Free Rental Deposit Loan
• Employee assistance programme

Working Hours

The Firm’s core hours are from 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. and you may choose to start and end your day around these hours, provided you still do your 7.25 hours per day. There is no requirement for this to be the same each day, but you are required to keep your manager informed. This position also involves working out of hours on an ‘as necessary’ basis. We are open to considering flexible working arrangements for everyone; this can be discussed during the application process or upon commencement.