Building Surveyor

Barker Associates LLP; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Life Assurance

Pension Scheme

Job summary

Barker Associates LLP is recruiting a Building Surveyor for our London office. The role involves delivering building surveying services across a diverse UK portfolio and may include hybrid working depending on business needs.

You will provide technical input, coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams, and ensure compliance with design standards and regulations while supporting project delivery from site to completion.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree or strong working experience.
• Experience working with AutoCAD.
• Working towards or hoping to achieve RICS Chartership.
• License to use drones on construction sites (Desirable).
• CSCS Card (Desirable).
• Full clean driving licence with access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Assist with building condition surveys and produce clear reports for clients.
• Support preparation of tender documentation including drawings, specifications, and schedules of work.
• Assist with tender submissions, contractor analysis, and drafting of JCT contracts.
• Participate in pre-contract briefings and ensure smooth project handovers.
• Carry out site inspections to monitor quality, progress and safety compliance.
• Attend client meetings and represent the business professionally.

Education

Relevant degree or strong working experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Building Surveyor – London Office

We currently have a vacancy open for a Building Surveyor who is looking to develop their career, working on a diverse portfolio of projects throughout the UK. This role will be based at our London office, subject to business requirements the role may be eligible for hybrid working.

As a Building Surveyor, you will be responsible for assisting the delivery of building surveying services for a range of projects. You will be providing technical expertise, coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams, whilst ensuring compliance within all relevant design standards and regulations.

Key Areas of Responsibilities Will Include:

• Assisting with building condition surveys and producing clear, insightful reports for clients.
• Supporting the preparation of tender documentation – including drawings, specifications, and schedules of work.
• Assisting with tender submissions, contractor analysis, and the drafting of JCT construction contracts.
• Taking part in pre-contract briefings and ensuring smooth project handovers with the team.
• Carrying out regular site inspections to monitor quality, progress, and health & safety compliance.
• Attending client and project meetings, representing the business with professionalism and technical confidence.
• Travelling to sites and client locations as required.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A relevant degree or strong working experience.
• Experience working with AutoCAD.
• Working towards or hoping to achieve RICS Chartership.
• License to use drones on construction sites (Desirable).
• CSCS Card (Desirable).
• Full clean driving licence with access to own vehicle.

Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm (finishing at 4:30pm on a Friday!)

Holiday: 25 days (pro-rata) plus bank holidays.

Additional Benefits:

Healthcare plan, Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of Life Assurance, Pension Scheme and Total Rewards Package.

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. At Barker, our people are the heart of our business, and we promote and support a working environment where our employees can be themselves and thrive.