Graduate Building Surveyor - Evolve

Ridge and Partners LLP; Padworth; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Ridge and Partners LLP is recruiting for a Graduate Building Surveyor to join our Reading office. You will gain hands-on experience on varied projects, including large residential, educational, industrial and commercial works, with a focus on surveys and condition assessments.

You’ll be supported by a two-year Evolve graduate programme that provides CPD, mentoring and a clear route to professional chartership, fostering growth within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2:1 bachelor’s degree in Building Surveying (or predicted)
• Available to start work full-time from Autumn 2027
• Permanent Right to Work in the UK; no visa sponsorship needed
• Curious and eager to learn
• Passionate about the Built Environment

Responsibilities

• Perform building surveying tasks across diverse projects (PPM surveys, pre-acquisition surveys, schedules of condition, dilapidations, reinstatement cost assessments)
• Engage with clients such as large retailers, local authorities, schools/universities, contractors and developers
• Collaborate in expert teams and contribute to project delivery across residential, educational, industrial and commercial schemes

Skills

Curious

Eager to learn

Right to work in UK

Education

2:1 Bachelor’s degree in Building Surveying

Job description

Salary range £26,000 to £32,000. If you're ready to launch a meaningful career in Building Surveying, applications are now open for recent and upcoming Building Surveying Graduates to join our Autumn 2027 Evolve graduate programme at our Reading office. Successful candidates will have an offer on the table prior to Christmas 2026 or early 2027 for a start in the Autumn.

What's the role?

Ridge is a Built Environment Consultancy. This is all about the human-made spaces and structures that support how and where we live, work and play. It's everything from individual buildings to entire cities and the infrastructure that connects them. If you're fired up by the thought of an impactful and rewarding career shaping that environment, working in expert teams and getting down to the nitty gritty of our clients' challenges, then read on! Our two-year Evolve graduate programme develops and supports the next generation of Built Environment professionals.

As a Graduate Building Surveyor at Ridge you will benefit from on-job learning experiences whilst working on prestigious projects and core building surveying instructions. Our projects are of varying sizes and cover a variety of sectors including large residential, educational, industrial and commercial schemes. The team covers a wide range of core Building Surveying instructions, namely planned preventative maintenance (PPM) surveys, pre-acquisition building surveys, schedules of condition, schedules of dilapidations and reinstatement cost assessments. You will also work with interesting clients including large retail companies, local authorities, Schools/Universities, contractors, developers, etc.

What do I need to succeed?

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. You'll play an integral part in our team, helping drive our vision, living our values and embracing our culture. So, if your answer is yes to all the following statements, we'd love to hear from you:

• I have or am predicted a 2:1 bachelor's degree in Building Surveying
• I am available to start work full-time from Autumn 2027
• I have a permanent Right to Work in the UK and do not need visa sponsorship
• I am curious and eager to learn
• I am passionate about the Built Environment - don't take this one lightly!

We love what we do and the Built Environment plays a vital role in the future of communities and society. It's important we all share that passion so we can build legacies that last.

How will my career be supported?

Your development is our priority, so you can count on having the right tools, plenty of experience and the professional support you need to succeed. Here's what you can expect in your first two years:

• Professional support. If you want to take your existing degree onto a Master's, we can fund that. If you already hold an accredited degree for our industry, we have established guidance and a large network of internal "chartership champions" who will support you to gain your professional chartership.
• Technical learning. We have a full timetable of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities, such as webinars, short courses and masterclasses, to enhance your skills in focused areas. You'll be allocated an experienced and knowledgeable mentor to be your trusted advisor throughout your programme.
• Personal skills. A tailored development plan will clearly map out opportunities for growth such as strengthening your soft skills and leadership. You'll become a STEM ambassador, inspiring future generations of Built Environment professionals, representing us at industry events and sharing your experience to help shape tomorrow's talent. As part of our vibrant and supportive Future Talent Community, you'll connect with fellow graduates and apprentices, with opportunities to formally network and build your own personal connections. Your buddy will have walked the same path as you and is there for any support you may need, offering friendly guidance on your day-to-day experience.

Your two-year programme will fly by and is just the beginning. Once complete, you'll dive deeper into your chosen field and take the next exciting steps in your journey at Ridge.