Assistant Building Surveyor

Assistant Building Surveyor - London

An exciting opportunity has arisen with a leading, global multidisciplinary consultancy renowned for delivering high-profile projects across the built environment. Acting on behalf of our client, we are seeking an ambitious Assistant Building Surveyor to join their growing London.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to develop within a forward-thinking organisation that offers structured support towards chartership and exposure to a wide variety of sectors and projects.

The Opportunity!

You will join a collaborative and dynamic team delivering a full range of building surveying services across sectors including public and private clients, education, infrastructure, defence and government.

The role offers strong career development, with a structured APC programme, dedicated mentorship, and access to cutting-edge tools and methodologies to support your professional growth.

Key Responsibilities as the Assistant Building Surveyor:

• Supporting the delivery of a broad range of building surveying instructions across multiple sectors

• Undertaking condition surveys, defect diagnosis, measured surveys and technical due diligence

• Preparing professional reports, specifications, schedules of work and technical drawings

• Assisting with project management and contract administration duties

• Supporting both pre- and post-contract activities under JCT and NEC contracts

• Contributing to refurbishment, maintenance and capital works projects

• Working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes

• Assisting with sustainability, compliance and building safety initiatives, including CDM regulations

• Supporting client engagement and helping maintain strong working relationships

• Participating in CPD, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement activities

Requirements the Assistant Building Surveyor should have:

• Degree qualified in Building Surveying (RICS-accredited or equivalent)

• Currently working towards MRICS (or committed to achieving chartership)

• Some practical experience gained through placements, internships or a graduate role

• Understanding of core building surveying services, including refurbishment and project delivery

• Awareness of key legislation and industry standards (e.g. CDM, Building Safety)

• Familiarity with JCT and/or NEC contracts

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit or similar tools is advantageous

• A proactive, team-oriented approach with a keen eye for detail

• Willingness to travel to project sites as required

Why Apply?

• Structured APC support with dedicated mentors

• Exposure to high-profile, diverse projects

• Clear career progression within a respected consultancy

• Collaborative and supportive team environment and more!

If you're looking to take the next step in your building surveying career, apply today!

For more information, please contact Georgie Marden.

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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