Assistant Building Surveyor

Job Purpose

To support the delivery of building surveying services across the organisation's managed estate, assisting senior surveyors with inspections, surveys, project delivery, statutory compliance, design, tendering, contract management and other duties.

The role provides structured development and training to enable the postholder to progress towards professional membership through the RICS Building Surveying pathway (RICS APC).

The assistant building surveyor will support in maintaining, improving and safeguarding the Council's managed estate including corporate buildings, community assets, schools, libraries and any other asset types in the managed estate ensuring they are safe, compliant, well-maintained and fit for purpose.

The postholder will work under the guidance of senior surveyors to gain practical experience across all core building surveying disciplines. This includes undertaking condition assessments, contributing to feasibility studies, supporting project design and delivery, assisting with statutory compliance (such as fire safety, asbestos and accessibility), and helping maintain accurate records.