AtkinsRéalis
Assistant Building Surveyor
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Assistant Building Surveyor
Graduate / Assistant Building Surveyor
Location: London & South East Employer: AtkinsRéalis
About the Role
AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organisation. Our Buildings & Places team delivers high-profile construction and refurbishment projects across the UK and internationally. We thrive on the diverse expertise and collaborative spirit of our talented teams—join us and unlock your full potential in a supportive, innovative environment.
We are seeking a motivated Graduate / Assistant Building Surveyor to join our expanding Building Surveying Practice. This role offers exceptional career development, including structured support for Chartership (RICS), technical training, and access to advanced digital tools.
You’ll work across diverse projects, assisting with condition surveys, measured surveys, defect diagnosis, and technical due diligence while developing your skills in project management, contract administration, sustainability planning, and compliance under frameworks like JCT and NEC forms of contract.
As part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, you’ll contribute to the delivery of refurbishments, maintenance projects, and capital projects while upholding high standards in quality, health & safety, and environmental management.
Key Responsibilities
Technical & Professional Services
- Conduct condition, measured, and defect surveys across sectors including public, private, education, defence, government, and infrastructure.
- Prepare professional reports, value engineering schedules, technical specifications, and drawings (using digital tools like AutoCAD or Revit where applicable).
- Support technical due diligence and sustainability assessments, including CDM 2015 compliance and Building Safety Act requirements.
- Stay current with industry developments, statutory compliance, and best practice in refurbishment, maintenance, and capital projects.
Project Delivery
- Assisting with project management and contract administration, including JCT and NEC contract administration.
- Support client liaisons across project lifecycle phases, including tender evaluation, contract negotiation, and post-project reviews.
- Contribute to refurbishment, small-to-medium capital, and maintenance projects, ensuring alignment with design intent and quality standards.
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Client & Team Collaboration
- Build strong client relationships, maintaining clear communication and service delivery under supervision.
- Participate in internal knowledge-sharing sessions and continuous professional development (CPD).
- Collaborate in quality assurance initiatives and support the team’s drive for best practice and continuous improvement.
- Uphold health & safety, quality, and environmental management principles in project execution.
Requirements
Qualifications & Training
- BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying (RICS accredited) or an equivalent degree.
- Active pursuit of professional membership (MRICS or equivalent)—we offer structured support for the Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) process.
Skills & Experience
- Strong foundation of building surveying knowledge, ideally gained through internships, placements, or postgraduate roles.
- Basic understanding of:
- Design and construction processes
- Building pathology and defect diagnosis
- Statutory compliance and regulations (e.g., CDM 2015, Building Safety Act)
- Project delivery methodologies, particularly in refurbishment and extension projects
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office; experience with AutoCAD, Revit, or digital survey tools is advantageous.
- Awareness of contract forms (e.g., JCT and NEC) and health & safety requirements.
- Experience working across sectors such as:
- Education
- Local authorities
- Healthcare
- Central government
- Infrastructure
Behaviours & Attributes
- Excellent communication skills, confident in interacting with clients and internal teams.
- Collaborative and proactive, with detail-oriented, initiative-taking, and curiosity-based approach.
- Willingness to travel and work across multiple sites.
- Commitment to mentoring relationships with senior colleagues in a high-performing environment.
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Rewards & Benefits
At AtkinsRéalis, we invest in your growth with:
Career & Development
- Competitive salaries and tailored financial incentives.
- Structured training and professional development, from technical courses to APC support for RICS Chartership.
- Hybrid working model with flexible holidays to balance career and personal life.
Wellbeing & Lifestyle
- A health-conscious approach to benefits, including wellbeing support, gym memberships, and comprehensive medical coverage.
- Pension schemes for long-term financial security.
- Access to nutritional and mental health resources.
Join a workplace that prioritises inclusion, diversity, and a sense of belonging. We offer:
- Family-friendly policies and flexible working options.
- Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) supporting all employees.
- ** Commitment to equality, valuing applicants from all backgrounds**—we embrace differences in background, gender, ethnicity, age, disability, and orientation.
About AtkinsRéalis
Since 1911, AtkinsRéalis has evolved into a global engineering powerhouse, connecting innovation, data, and technology to build a more sustainable future. Our interconnected markets—infrastructure, nuclear, and capital—design projects from inception to decommissioning.
We provide end-to-end solutions, combining consulting, digital integration, design, project management, cybersecurity, and operations, delivered locally with global excellence.
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