Assistant Building Surveyor

A growing and dynamic construction consultancy who are not only specialists in their space but also widely recognised for their people-focused culture and quality project delivery, are keen to speak with a motivated Assistant Building Surveyor looking to join their team across either their Brighton, Kent, or London offices. Offering the successful Assistant Building Surveyor a collaborative, hybrid working environment and a tailored development programme through to chartership, this is a brilliant opportunity to grow your career with a forward-thinking consultancy.

The Company's Profile

With a strong footprint across the South East, my client supports a range of exciting construction and property projects across commercial, education, healthcare, and public sectors. Their approach is underpinned by a tight-knit, professional team that values expertise, trust, and a genuinely supportive work environment. Despite their impressive client base and growing portfolio, they've retained a culture where each individual's voice is heard and their development is prioritised.

The Assistant Building Surveyor's Role

As the successful Assistant Building Surveyor, you will support Senior Surveyors and Associate Directors in the delivery of wide-ranging Building Surveying instructions. From measured surveys and CAD drawings to project design, tendering, and contract administration, your role will offer exposure across the full project lifecycle. You'll also contribute to party wall matters, acquisition and condition surveys, dilapidations, and feasibility reporting.

This role will suit a technically grounded surveyor who's keen to take on more responsibility, contribute to client satisfaction, and develop into a well-rounded project lead in the near future.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Undertake measured surveys and inspections
2. Prepare CAD drawings and specifications
3. Act as Contract Administrator and/or Employer's Agent
4. Prepare tender documentation and recommendations
5. Lead or assist with planning/building regulation submissions
6. Engage with multidisciplinary project teams
7. Assist in delivering party wall, condition and acquisition surveys
8. Maintain technical understanding of building defects and project operations

The Successful Assistant Building Surveyor Will Have

Qualifications:

1. Degree in Building Surveying (RICS accredited or equivalent)
2. Working towards APC or recently enrolled

Knowledge and Attributes:

1. Solid technical foundation across core Building Surveying services
2. Confident communicator with a client-centric approach
3. Ability to take ownership of smaller projects with minimal oversight
4. Keen to support and mentor junior staff where appropriate
5. Motivated to grow into a senior-level position with leadership responsibilities

In Return?

£35000 - £40000
33 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with service
Additional day off for your birthday
Health cover and wellbeing benefits from day one
Annual company bonus and performance-based salary reviews
Pension scheme
Full support with chartership and professional memberships
Tailored career progression and continuous development opportunities
Hybrid working model
A sociable, inclusive team with regular events and a collaborative atmosphere

If you're an Assistant Building Surveyor ready to take the next step in your career, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James.