Building Surveyor

AtkinsRéalis; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Employee rewards and benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Building Surveyor in Southampton to manage client relationships and oversee various projects in sectors such as retail, health, and education. You will utilize your technical skills and expertise in surveying, while mentoring junior staff in a collaborative work environment.

The role emphasizes flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth, making it an ideal fit for motivated individuals looking to advance their careers.

Qualifications

• Sound technical surveying knowledge and significant building surveying experience.
• Experience managing clients with a strong understanding of profitability and business development.
• Excellent time management and commitment to getting the job done.
• A full understanding of Health and Safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide a range of building surveying duties across several regional projects.
• Apply standard forms of building contract such as JCT and NEC.
• Carry out surveys, inspections, and manage regional schemes.
• Support senior managers with day-to-day activities.

Skills

Technical surveying knowledge

Client management

Commercial awareness

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

B.Sc. (Hons) in Building Surveying

Job description

Overview

How would you like to work on some of the most exciting and prestigious projects around the globe? Join our collaborative Buildings and Places Team, where everyone has a voice, and together, we deliver excellence for people and the environment.

Flexible and remote working are central to our culture. So, talk to us about how we can support you. How about opting for reduced workweeks or purchasing extra leave during school holidays? What about workplace adjustments or a supported transition back after a career break? We value your transferable skills and potential and are ready to invest in your development and progression.

Join us as a Building Surveyor and work with colleagues as talented as you, driving innovation and excellence. Work on engaging, varied projects across retail, health, energy, commercial property, education, and public sectors. In our multi‑disciplinary, collaborative environment, you’ll be pivotal in managing client relationships while handling technical and legal issues.

Your role

• Working across several regional projects in different sectors, providing a range of building surveying duties.
• Using and applying standard forms of building contract, such as JCT and NEC.
• Understanding the principles of quality, safety and the environment in survey, design and management of projects and portfolios.
• Line management, mentoring and training Junior Building Surveying staff.
• Supporting the senior managers in their day‑to‑day activities.
• Carrying out surveys, inspections, schedules, providing professional services and managing regional schemes.

About You

• A B.Sc. (Hons) in Building Surveying or a similar RICS accredited degree.
• Sound technical surveying knowledge and significant building surveying experience.
• Experience managing clients with a strong understanding of profitability, business development and sound commercial awareness.
• Sound knowledge drafting technical documents, including asset reviews, feasibility studies, specifications and drawings.
• A full understanding of Health and Safety requirements and Statutory Compliance.
• Excellent time management, punctuality and commitment to getting the job done.
• Enthusiasm to seek new learning opportunities to keep skills and knowledge current, enjoy supporting colleagues with their development.
• Contribute to a positive, friendly environment, helping to build relationships across teams and with clients. You respect other points of view and seek out the best results in discussions.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.