Graduate Building Surveyor

iO Associates; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured support towards APC and Chartership

Exposure to diverse clientele

Collaborative team environment

Strong career progression

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the built environment is seeking a Graduate Building Surveyor to join their expanding team in Cambridge. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across various projects while working in a supportive environment. Candidates should have a strong ambition to achieve Chartered status and possess a minimum 2:2 degree in a related discipline. The position includes responsibilities such as assisting in delivering Building Surveying services and conducting site inspections. Apply now to kick-start your career!

Qualifications

• Strong ambition to achieve Chartered status (MRICS) through the APC pathway.
• Genuine interest in the built environment and property sector.
• Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available).

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering a range of Building Surveying services.
• Conducting site inspections and preparing specifications.
• Support the preparation and negotiation of dilapidations schedules.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to produce documentation

Proactive and eager to learn

Education

Minimum 2:2 degree in a RICS-accredited Building Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum + benefits

Working pattern: Hybrid (minimum 3 days on-site per week)

Eligibility: Must be based in or able to commute to Cambridgeshire

About the Role

Our client, a leading consultancy within the built environment, is seeking a Graduate Building Surveyor to join their expanding Cambridge team. With a strong national presence and one of the largest networks of Chartered Surveyors in the UK, the organisation offers an outstanding platform for graduates to begin and develop their careers.

This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience across a wide range of projects while working within a supportive, collaborative, and technically strong team.

As a Graduate Building Surveyor, you will be exposed to a broad spectrum of professional and project‑related services across sectors including residential, education, industrial, and commercial.

You will work closely with experienced surveyors and multidisciplinary teams, contributing to live projects from an early stage while developing the technical competencies required to progress towards Chartership.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in delivering a range of Building Surveying services, including:
• Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) surveys
• Schedules of condition
• Dilapidations
• Support contract administration activities, including:
• Preparing specifications and tender documentation
• Assisting with procurement processes
• Conducting site inspections
• Assist with building surveys, accurately recording and reporting site data
• Analyse and report on building defects and maintenance requirements
• Support the preparation and negotiation of dilapidations schedules
• Assist in supervising works on‑site to ensure quality and compliance
• Provide support in advising clients on design, construction, maintenance, and refurbishment

About You

• Minimum 2:2 degree in a RICS‑accredited Building Surveying (or related) discipline
• Strong ambition to achieve Chartered status (MRICS) through the APC pathway
• Genuine interest in the built environment and property sector
• Strong communication skills with a professional and confident approach
• Ability to produce clear, accurate, and well‑structured documentation
• Good organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn from experienced professionals
• Right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship is not available)

Why Apply?

• Structured support towards APC and Chartership
• Exposure to a diverse and high‑profile client base
• Opportunity to work across multiple sectors and project types
• Collaborative and supportive team environment focused on professional development
• Strong career progression within a well‑established consultancy

If you are a motivated graduate looking to kick‑start your career in Building Surveying within a forward‑thinking and supportive consultancy, we would love to hear from you.