Assistant Building Surveyor

Are you an Assistant Building Surveyor looking for your next step in the East Midlands?

We’re hiring an Assistant Building Surveyor in Nottingham to deliver complex construction schemes across Nottingham and the wider Midlands region. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity with hybrid working, excellent progression, and a highly respected main contractor known for its impact in healthcare, education, commercial, and retail sectors.

This is the perfect next step for a Building Surveyor who has recently started their career and is looking for hands-on experience, APC support, and the chance to work closely with senior professionals on a wide variety of projects.

Our client is a respected and award-winning consultancy, renowned for providing first-class Building Surveying and Project Management services across a broad range of sectors including residential, commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and refurbishment.

Trusted by high-profile clients, they deliver projects from inception through to completion with integrity, accuracy, and a focus on client satisfaction. Their commitment to people development and technical excellence makes this a great environment for an Assistant Building Surveyor to progress and thrive.

As an Assistant Building Surveyor, you’ll support senior colleagues in delivering a wide range of surveying and project management services. You’ll gain exposure to all stages of projects, from surveys and reporting through to contract administration and client liaison.

This role offers excellent training and mentoring, providing you with the foundation you need to develop towards chartership with RICS and build a successful career in Building Surveying.

As an Assistant Building Surveyor, your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with condition surveys, dilapidation reports, schedules of work, and technical documentation
• Supporting senior surveyors with project management and contract administration duties
• Attending site visits, client meetings, and design team meetings
• Building knowledge of health & safety, compliance, and industry standards
• Contributing to feasibility studies, defect analysis, and technical advice
• Supporting the delivery of projects from inception to completion
• Developing strong client relationships under the guidance of senior staff
• Actively working towards APC and RICS chartership with structured support

To be successful in this Assistant Building Surveying job in Nottingham, the desirable person should demonstrate:

• A degree in Building Surveying (BSc or MSc)
• Keen interest in progressing towards APC and RICS chartership
• Previous work experience in a consultancy or relevant placement (desirable but not essential)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Proactive attitude, eagerness to learn, and attention to detail
• Ability to manage your time effectively and contribute to multiple projects
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (preferred)

This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful regional construction consuultancy with an impressive pipeline and a strong presence across the East Midlands.

As an Assistant Building Surveyor your package includes:

• Competitive salary (£28,000 – £38,000, dependent on experience)
• Full APC support and structured mentoring towards chartership
• Employer pension contributions
• Annual performance-based bonus
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Comprehensive professional development and CPD support
• Travel and mileage expenses covered
• Company laptop and mobile phone
• Regular social events and team-building activities
• Friendly, inclusive, and professional working culture
• Clear path for career progression within the business

Apply Now: Assistant Building Surveyor Job in Nottingham

Apply now to join a market-leading contractor delivering some of the Midlands’ most exciting builds. We’ll be in touch within 48 hours to arrange your interview and send you full details about the company, role, and projects.

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