Building Surveyor

Aspire Defence Services Limited; Tidworth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days

Pension plan

Life assurance

Employee Benefits Portal

Recognition program

EAP onsite

Job summary

Aspire Defence Services Limited is recruiting a Building Surveyor to join our team in Tidworth. The role focuses on reviewing asset condition data and developing project briefs, specifications and cost estimates to support lifecycle and maintenance planning.

You will assess regulatory requirements and validate contractor quotes, ensuring sound commercial decisions. Candidates should have an HNC/HND level or equivalent and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Educated to HNC/HND level or equivalent in a relevant construction discipline, with a Level 4/5 qualification or equivalent.
• Proven ability to produce accurate estimates with strong IT and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, influence stakeholders and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Review asset condition information and identify project requirements for Lifecycle Planning and Annual Maintenance Plan.
• Produce project briefs, outline specifications and ROM costings using established pricing methodologies.

Skills

IT skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

HNC/HND level or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Job description

Join our Team as a Building Surveyor at Aspire Defence Services Limited

Salary: TBC
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Tidworth

Are you ready to join a dynamic team where innovation thrives? Aspire Defence Services Limited (ADSL) is seeking a passionate and results-driven Building Surveyor to be part of our exciting journey.

What We Offer

• Annual Leave: 25 days plus bank holidays, with the option to buy and sell holiday

• Pension Plan: Contributory Company Pension Plan matched up to 6%

• Insurance: Individual life assurance and personal accident cover

• Employee Benefits Portal: Access to private medical, private dental, discounted gym membership, and discounted shopping at over 100 brands and outlets

• Reward and Recognition: Celebrate outstanding achievements

• Employee Assistance Program: Funded program with onsite mental health first aiders

Your Role

• Review asset condition information and identify project requirements to support Lifecycle Planning and the Annual Maintenance Plan.

• Produce project briefs, outline specifications and ROM costings using established pricing methodologies, market data and historic contractor pricing.

• Assess commercial, legal and regulatory requirements to ensure project scopes are fully considered and accurately costed.

• Review contractor quotations, tender returns and work estimates to validate value for money and support sound commercial decision-making.

• Undertake quantitative cost analysis, compare estimates with market returns and outturn costs, and contribute to continuous improvement in pricing accuracy.

• Support rate updates, Annual Maintenance Plan production and collaboration across Strategic, Estimating and Surveying teams.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualifications: Educated to HNC/HND level or equivalent in a relevant construction, building services or engineering discipline, with an industry-recognised Level 4/5 qualification or equivalent. Full UK Driving Licence required.
• Experience: Proven experience in building surveying, estimating, construction pricing, lifecycle planning and asset management support. Strong understanding of BC&E and M&E construction works, construction cost data, building regulations, relevant codes of practice, and Lifecycle, Change and Annual Maintenance Plan processes.
• Skills: Excellent IT and analytical skills with strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate estimates. Able to communicate effectively, influence stakeholders, challenge where appropriate, manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively while maintaining high standards of organisation and commercial awareness.

Additional Information

• The Garrisons are tobacco-free working environments.

• Security clearance is required prior to starting with us.

• We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate against protected characteristics.

• All candidates will be given equal consideration through our established procedures.

• Please note, this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

• This role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work visas. Candidates must have an existing and unrestricted right to work in the UK.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, and be part of our dedicated team supporting the armed forces across Hampshire and