Apprentice Building Surveyor

Location

Reading, Berkshire

Salary

£28,000-£34,000 dependent on experience

About Us

We are a growing, independent building surveying consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality professional and project services across a broad range of sectors. With a team of experienced Chartered Surveyors, we work alongside clients at every stage of the property lifecycle — from acquisition through to refurbishment, maintenance, and disposal.

Our sectors span residential, commercial, education, industrial, and public sector clients, and we are proud of the depth of expertise and the collaborative culture we have built. Due to continued growth, we are now looking for a talented Graduate Building Surveyor to join our team.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity to launch your building surveying career in a supportive and professionally stimulating environment. From day one, you will be working on real instructions alongside experienced colleagues, gaining exposure to a genuinely broad mix of professional and project work.

You will be supported towards MRICS status through a structured APC programme, with a dedicated supervisor and counsellor, regular review meetings, and a clear development pathway.

What You'll Be Doing

Your day-to-day responsibilities will be varied and will develop as you grow in the role. You can expect to be involved in:

Professional Surveying Services

• Carrying out building, condition and pre-acquisition surveys across a range of property types
• Preparing Schedules of Condition and Schedules of Dilapidations, and assisting with negotiation of settlements
• Undertaking Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) surveys and preparing associated reports
• Completing Reinstatement Cost Assessments
• Identifying, analysing and reporting on building defects, with clear and concise written summaries

Project and Contract Administration

• Supporting contract administration instructions including attendance at site meetings, preparation of specifications, and procurement of competitive tenders
• Preparing contract documents and undertaking progress inspections
• Assisting with the supervision of building works on site
• Supporting delivery of refurbishment, maintenance and capital improvement projects Working with JCT contracts and frameworks

Client and Team Collaboration

• Working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams on complex schemes
• Supporting client relationship management and contributing to service delivery
• Engaging in CPD, knowledge-sharing, and internal training initiatives

What We're Looking For

Essential

• A degree in Building Surveying (RICS-accredited), achieved at 2:1 or above
• The right to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship
• A genuine interest in the built environment and the surveying profession
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, accurate reports and correspondence
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage your time across multiple projects simultaneously
• A proactive, curious mindset with the drive to learn and develop quickly A full UK driving licence (or working towards one)

Desirable

• Some prior experience in a consultancy or property environment (placement, part-time, or graduate)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office; exposure to AutoCAD is an advantage
• An understanding of JCT contract forms

What We Offer

• Competitive starting salary of £28,000 – £34,000 depending on experience
• Structured APC support with a dedicated supervisor and counsellor, targeting MRICS status Hybrid working arrangements with flexibility built in
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising with service
• Nest pension scheme
• Ongoing technical training, CPD programme, and funded professional memberships
• A clear and transparent career progression pathway
• A supportive, collaborative team culture where your development is taken seriously

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We believe that diverse teams produce better work and better outcomes for our clients. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.

If you don't meet every requirement listed above, we still encourage you to apply. We recruit on potential as much as experience, and we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your CV and a brief covering note outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience. Successful candidates will be invited to an informal interview with members of the Building Surveying team.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Closing date

31 Aug 2026

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