Graduate Building Surveyor

Graduate Surveyor – Temporary Opportunity (3-4 Months)

Overview

My client is seeking a proactive and motivated Graduate Surveyor for a short-term assignment inspecting completed works across residential properties in the West Yorkshire area. This is a great opportunity for someone recently out of university to gain hands-on experience in a surveying environment.

Key Details

Location: West Yorkshire – including Leeds, Wakefield, Bradford, and Halifax
Duration: 3-4 months (immediate start available)
Rate: £170 per day
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm

Role Responsibilities

Visit properties to confirm that minor works (e.g., decoration of kitchen ceilings) have been completed
Obtain tenant signatures on pre-prepared A4 sign-off forms
Where tenants are not available or decline to sign, record this on the form and take a supporting photo
Submit confirmations via WhatsApp or agreed digital method
Group property visits efficiently to minimise travel (e.g., cluster site visits by area)
Use discretion on how to approach scheduling – either book in advance or door-knock

Ideal Candidate

Recent graduate or someone early in their surveying career
Based locally in West Yorkshire
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
Organised, proactive, and able to manage their own schedule
No extensive experience required – great entry-level exposure

About the Company

My client is a well-established Leeds-based consultancy providing surveying and property services across the public and private sectors. They are currently working in partnership with a major social housing provider to support property inspections and verification tasks across the West Yorkshire region