Graduate Building Surveyor

Macdonald & Company; Dublin; On-site; EUR 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full APC Structured Support

Progression to Chartered Surveyor

Free parking on site

Professional Fees Paid (SCSI/RICS)

Job summary

Macdonald & Company is recruiting a Graduate / APC Level Building Surveyor for our North Dublin team. You will work directly with Directors and Senior Chartered Surveyors, gaining hands-on experience across residential and commercial sectors while being supported through the APC pathway.

The role offers structured mentorship, access to diverse projects, and preparation for diary and final APC assessments. Location is North Dublin with site travel; salary is competitive and includes APC support.

Qualifications

• BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying (SCSI/RICS accreditation preferred).
• Open to recent graduates or 1–3 years of post-graduate APC diary experience.
• Strong IT literacy and familiarity with AutoCAD and modern surveying tools.
• Full, clean Irish/EU driving license for site visits around Dublin.

Responsibilities

• Assist with a broad range of building surveying instructions and gradually take ownership.
• Conduct residential Pre-Purchase and Homebuyer Surveys and Snag Inspections.
• Assist with Commercial Surveys, Schedule of Conditions, and Dilapidations.
• Perform measured surveys and generate floor plans using surveying software.
• Support design, contract administration, and planning applications.
• Draft professional reports and maintain client communications.

Skills

AutoCAD

IT literacy

Digital surveying apps

Education

BSc (Hons) Building Surveying

Tools

AutoCAD

Digital surveying equipment

Job description

Graduate / APC Level Building Surveyor - North Dublin

Our client is a leading, multi-disciplinary practice providing premium residential and commercial property solutions across Dublin and the surrounding counties. Operating from a North Dublin office they have a team of experienced Surveyors. They can provide a structured, supportive, and practical environment designed to help early-career surveyors rapidly develop their skills and successfully achieve Chartership.

Role Overview

They are seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic Graduate through to APC-Level Building Surveyors to join our growing North Dublin team.

In this role, you will gain hands-on, diverse experience across both the residential and commercial sectors. Working directly alongside Directors and Senior Chartered Surveyors, you will be fully supported through the SCSI / RICS Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) pathway, with access to diverse project work and structured mentorship to help you pass your diary and final assessment.

• Location: North Dublin with site travel.
• Salary: Competitive (Commensurate with experience) + APC support package.
• Reporting to: Director

Key Responsibilities

In tis role you will assist with and gradually take ownership of a broad range of building surveying instructions, including:

Professional & Technical Services

• Carrying out residential Pre-Purchase House Surveys and Homebuyer Surveys.
• Conducting detailed Snag Inspections and compiling comprehensive Snag List Reports for new-build residential developments.
• Assisting with Commercial Building Surveys, Schedule of Conditions, and Dilapidations assessments.
• Conducting measured building surveys using advanced electronic surveying/scanning software to generate accurate real-time floor plans.

Contract Administration & Design

• Assisting with the design, specification, and contract administration of refurbishment, repair, and planned maintenance projects.
• Contributing to Planning Applications and building control compliance tracking.
• Preparing Insurance Rebuilding and Reinstatement Cost Assessments (BCIS/SCSI guidelines).
• Undertaking Land Registry and boundary mapping surveys.

Client & Progress Management

• Drafting high-quality, technically accurate professional reports for private individuals, corporate clients, financial institutions, and solicitors.
• Managing client communications professionally, responding to enquiries, and updating the internal tracking systems.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: A BSc (Hons) degree in Building Surveying (ideally from an SCSI/RICS accredited course).
• Experience: Open to recent graduates, as well as those with 1–3 years of post-graduate experience actively working through their APC diary.
• Technical Aptitude: Strong IT literacy, including familiarity with AutoCAD and modern digital surveying equipment/apps.
• Knowledge: A solid foundation in construction technology, building pathology, and Irish Building Regulations.
• Driving License: A full, clean Irish/EU driving license and access to a car is essential for site visits across Dublin and surrounding counties.

Commitment to Learning: A clear drive to pursue and complete the APC process to become a Chartered Building Surveyor.

Attention to Detail: An analytical eye for spotting building defects, poor workmanship, and structural anomalies.

Good Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to write robust technical reports and communicate clearly with clients.

On Offer

• Full APC Structured Support: Dedicated mentorship from registered SCSI/RICS supervisors and counselors, structured diary rotation, and mock interview preparation.
• Diverse Case Load: Exposure to both residential and commercial projects, ensuring a well-rounded foundation for your career and your APC submissions.
• Professional Fees Paid: SCSI/RICS professional membership and subscription fees covered.
• Progression: A clear pathway to a Post-Chartered Surveyor role within the firm upon successful completion of your APC.
• Culture: A collaborative, professional, and friendly working environment in North Dublin with free parking on site.