Building Surveyor

Brandon James; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multi-disciplinary consultancy in Birmingham is seeking an ambitious Building Surveyor to join their established team. The role offers exposure to various sectors and the opportunity for career progression and APC support. Ideal candidates will have a BSc in Building Surveying or working towards chartership, strong AutoCAD skills, and experience in refurbishing existing buildings. The position offers a salary of £40,000 - £50,000 based on experience, alongside a contributory pension and 25 days' annual leave.

Benefits

Profit share scheme

Laptop and smart phone

Contributory pension

25 days' annual leave + public holidays

Professional subscriptions paid

Full RICS APC support and mentoring

Social and community engagement opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong AutoCAD proficiency and experience with measured surveys.
• Previous experience in the refurbishment or alteration of existing buildings.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• A keen interest in progressing your career.

Responsibilities

• Prepare floor plans, elevations, and details using AutoCAD.
• Conduct condition surveys, schedules of condition, and defects diagnosis.
• Prepare statutory consent applications and tender documentation.
• Investigate defects and propose remedial solutions.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSc or BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying (RICS accredited)

Job description

Overview

A client of mine, a forward-thinking multi-disciplinary consultancy with a strong reputation across the built environment, seeks an ambitious Building Surveyor to join their Birmingham office. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of an established and supportive team, offering exposure to a broad range of work and the chance to develop your career within a growing practice that values professional development and autonomy.

The Company

With a strong presence across the UK and a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality consultancy services, this firm provides tailored solutions across building surveying, architecture, engineering, and project management. Their Birmingham office operates a hybrid working policy, offering flexibility while maintaining a collaborative and dynamic team culture.

The Building Surveyor's Role

Due to a growing workload, they are seeking a Building Surveyor to support the established team across a range of sectors. The role will involve a healthy mix of professional and project work and will see you carrying out:

• Measured surveys: preparing floor plans, elevations, and details using AutoCAD
• Building surveys: including condition surveys, schedules of condition, and defects diagnosis
• Project surveying: preparing statutory consent applications, tender documentation, and carrying out contract administration
• Building pathology: investigating defects and proposing remedial solutions with associated costs and programming
• Planned preventative maintenance programmes
• CDM services (desirable): producing pre-construction information and health and safety files

You'll be joining a team that offers genuine progression opportunities, APC support, and a pathway towards chartership for those not yet qualified.

The Successful Building Surveyor Will Have

Qualifications:
BSc or BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying (RICS accredited) or working towards chartership

Knowledge and Attributes:
Strong AutoCAD proficiency and experience with measured surveys (essential)

• Previous experience in the refurbishment or alteration of existing buildings (essential)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle
• A keen interest in progressing your career within a collaborative and reputable consultancy

In Return?

• £40,000 - £50,000 (dependent on experience)
• Profit share scheme
• Laptop and smart phone to support hybrid working
• Company contributory pension
• 25 days' annual leave + public holidays
• Professional subscriptions paid
• Full RICS APC support and mentoring
• A friendly, inclusive team and plenty of social and community engagement opportunities

If you're a Building Surveyor looking for a rewarding step forward in your career, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James.