Graduate Building Surveyor

Our People | Workman Llp; Swindon; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commercial property management firm is seeking a Building Surveyor to deliver surveying services across a variety of commercial properties. You will manage projects and collaborate with internal teams, while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment. This role provides a 24-month training program leading to chartered status, hybrid working options, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Healthcare

Life insurance

Wellness programme

Hybrid work flexibility

Lifestyle benefits

Annual bonus

Qualifications

• Must possess a RICS Accredited Degree with at least lower second honors.
• GCSE in English and mathematics at grade 4 (C) or above is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building surveying on various commercial properties.
• Act as project manager for multi-disciplinary teams.
• Collaborate with CAD teams for drawing work.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Organizational skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

RICS Accredited Degree for the Building Surveying Pathway

GCSE grade 4 (or C) or above in English and mathematics

Job description

Overview

You'll be part of an experienced team, assisting in the delivery of a full range of Building Surveying services across commercial properties. A key feature of our programme is early and consistent client exposure—giving you the opportunity to build relationships and develop confidence in real‑world settings from the outset. We offer one pathway: a 24‑month programme designed to support you in completing the APC to become a chartered Surveyor.

Responsibilities

• Assist an experienced team to operate a full range of building surveying instructions on a variety of commercial properties, including offices, retail and industrial.
• Work on professional and contract assignments, typically split 50:50 between professional and contract work. Projects range from small refurbishments to large multi‑million projects, with roles that may include designer, contract administrator, project manager, or a hybrid of these.
• Act as project manager of multi‑discipline teams for instructions typically ranging from £2.5 million to £20 million.
• Support work from the property management portfolio and work with clients where a management brief is not in place.
• Collaborate with an internal CAD team for drawing work while gaining a balanced exposure across varied tasks to develop a well‑rounded skillset.

Requirements

• RICS Accredited Degree for the Building Surveying Pathway, with honors at lower second standard (2:2) or equivalent. To check eligibility, please reference internal guidance.
• GCSE grade 4 (or C) or above in English and mathematics

What We Expect From You

• Enthusiasm and commitment to meeting client requirements
• Attention to detail, problem‑solving, time management and organisational skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, teamwork and relationship building with gravitas amongst clients
• Proactive and willing to take ownership of your training and career development
• Readiness to take responsibility, act on your own initiative and remain calm under pressure
• Enjoy working in different environments, on site and in the office
• Resilience and a positive attitude

What We Offer

• Hybrid working to offer a great work‑life balance, with a minimum of three days in the office. The first 6 months of the programme you will be required to work from the office full time.
• A full‑time contract (35 hours a week)
• Discretionary annual bonus and salary reviews
• Healthcare, life insurance & wellness programme
• Long service holidays, birthday off, and an extra day between Christmas and New Year
• Lifestyle benefits (gym membership, cycle to work, buy and sell holiday, etc.)
• Social events throughout the year including a firm‑wide Christmas party
• Generous referral bonus

About Workman LLP

As the UK's leading independent commercial property management specialist, Workman has an enviable position within the property industry. We are proud of our longstanding relationships with many of our clients, some of whom we have worked with for more than 25 years. Our clients include leading institutional and sector‑specialist investors, private property companies, public sector bodies and a growing number of overseas investors. We pride ourselves on the caliber of our employees and their unique skill sets.