2027 Early Careers Programme - Building Consultancy

Typical responsibilities include:

• Undertaking building inspections and property surveys.
• Preparing schedules of condition, dilapidations, and defect reports.
• Assisting with contract administration and project management duties.
• Supporting refurbishment, repair, and maintenance projects.
• Preparing specifications, reports, and technical advice for clients.
• Ensuring compliance with building regulations, health and safety legislation, and industry standards.
• Assisting clients with planned maintenance strategies and asset improvement programmes.
• Working closely with colleagues and clients to deliver projects on time and within budget.

What Matters Most in This Role

We're looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• A genuine interest in buildings, construction, and the built environment.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Confidence working both independently and as part of a team.
• Resilience, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A willingness to work across different locations, both on-site and in the office.
• A proactive approach to learning and taking ownership of your professional development.

Entry Requirements

Graduate Applicants

• RICS-Accredited Degree Pathway

  RICS-accredited Building Surveying degree with a minimum 2:2 classification (or equivalent).

• Non-RICS Degree Pathway

  Non-cognate, non-RICS accredited degree with a minimum 2:2 classification.

Apprentice Applicants

96 UCAS tariff points (or equivalent) and GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent);

OR

An Advanced Apprenticeship in Surveying or Construction Technical with a minimum DD profile (or equivalent qualification), plus GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).

Why Workman?

• Hybrid working to offer you a great work-life balance, with a minimum of three days in the office. The first 6 months you will be required to work in the office full-time.
• A full-time contract (35 hours a week).
• Discretionary annual bonus and salary reviews.
• Healthcare, life insurance & wellness programme.
• Long service additional holidays, your birthday off and an extra day between Christmas and New Year.
• Lifestyle benefits to suit you: gym membership, cycle to work, buy and sell holiday to name just a few.
• Social events throughout the year including a firm-wide Christmas party.
• Generous referral bonus.

About Workman

As the UK’s leading independent commercial property management specialist, Workman has an enviable position within the property industry.

We are proud of our longstanding relationships with many of our clients, some of whom we have worked with for more than 25 years. Our clients include leading institutional and sector-specialist investors, private property companies, public sector bodies, and a growing number of overseas investors.

We pride ourselves on the calibre of our employees and their unique skill sets.

For more information on working for Workman, please visit Our People | Workman LLP.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are an equal opportunities employer, and it is our policy to recruit a diverse workforce and follow the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010.

This job description does not form part of your contract of employment, and the duties may be amended from time to time.

Please note: Applications close in December 2026. Candidates who are successful in the initial stages of the recruitment process will be invited to attend an Assessment Centre in January 2027 at Manchester or London.