Assistant Building Surveyor

This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, RICS-regulated property consultancy with a growing presence across London and the South East. Operating from modern offices in Essex, this dynamic practice is known for delivering high-quality professional and project-based building surveying services to a wide range of public and private sector clients. With a strong emphasis on staff development, collaborative working, and technical excellence, the firm offers a supportive environment where ambitious surveyors can grow and thrive.

Assistant Building Surveyor – Salary & Benefits

Salary £30,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience)
Hybrid working with flexibility between office, site, and home
Projects across London and Essex, office based in Billericay
Full structured guidance towards chartership with RICS
Ongoing CPD and mentoring from experienced Chartered Surveyors
25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), pension scheme, and mileage allowance

Assistant Building Surveyor – Job Overview

You will join a friendly, growing team of Building Surveyors involved in a broad mix of professional and project work across sectors such as residential, commercial, education, and healthcare. This is a fantastic opportunity for anAssistant Building Surveyor with 1+ years of experience who is looking to work towards full chartered status (MRICS) with ongoing support and exposure to a wide variety of instructions.

Typical responsibilities include:

Assisting with pre-acquisition surveys, condition surveys, and defect diagnosis
Supporting project management and contract administration for refurbishment and maintenance schemes
Preparing schedules of work and specifications
Working on dilapidations, party wall matters, and planned maintenance programmes
Liaising with clients, contractors, and consultants
Undertaking site inspections across London and Essex

Assistant Building Surveyor – Job Requirements

Degree in Building Surveying or a closely related subject (RICS-accredited)
1+ years of relevant industry experience (consultancy or client-side)
Enrolled on or intending to pursue the APC (full support provided)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude
Ability to work flexibly across sites, with occasional travel across London and Essex
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicleBennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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