Gateley
Graduate Building Surveyor +2
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Graduate Building Surveyor +2
Graduate Building Surveyor (+2) – Job Description
About The Role
The Graduate Building Surveyor (+2) will support the Building Surveying team, working alongside them to deliver expert advice on the design, construction, maintenance, repair, and refurbishment of buildings and sites. This role revolves around delivering comprehensive support across all project stages, ensuring technical excellence, compliance, and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Work closely with the Surveying team to inspect and advise on design, construction, maintenance, repair, and refurbishment of diverse buildings and sites, including:
- Acquisition surveys
- Condition reports
- Measured surveys
- Defect investigations
- Prepare detailed reports, schedules of work, and works specifications.
- Design and oversee works projects, aligning with recognised building contracts and current technical standards.
- Develop and apply knowledge of appropriate legislation, including:
- Health & Safety regulations
- Party Wall Act
- Building regulations
- Planning laws
- Adhere strictly to the Company’s administrative procedures, personnel policies, and Health & Safety regulations at all times.
The Team
Gateley Smithers Purslow is a multi-disciplinary independent private practice, founded in 1978, specialising in:
- Civil & structural engineering
- Building surveying
- Cost consultancy
- Architecture & planning
- Insurance claims & dispute resolution
- Heritage conservation
The firm employs Chartered Building Surveyors, Chartered Structural Engineers, and Architects, delivering practical and client-focused solutions across the UK’s insurance market. Clients range from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals, benefitting from their practical, innovative approach.
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Certifications & Commitments:
- LR ISO 9001 certified Quality Managed System – demonstrating adherence to high-quality practices.
- Investors in People Platinum – recognising their dedication to fostering a people-centred culture.
The Person
This role is ideal for candidates who demonstrate:
- A BSc or MSc degree in relevant disciplines.
- Hands-on experience in consulting, surveying, architectural or planning practices, with a keen awareness of current statutory requirements and technical standards.
- Deep understanding of:
- CDM Regulations 2015.
- Party Wall & Building Regulations.
- Exceptional ability to work to deadlines whilst maintaining high standards of professionalism.
About Us
The Benefits
At Gateley Smithers Purslow, we invest in our employees through:
Career Growth & Recognition
- Support, coaching, and feedback from your team to aid your professional development.
- Rewarding pay structure with competitive remuneration, quarterly performance reviews, and opportunities for an annual bonus.
Training & Development
- Learn Platform: Access to a wide range of courses, from new skill development to professional upskilling.
- My Flex Rewards Package (grade-dependent), including:
- Flexible annual leave (with option to purchase extra days).
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- Critical illness cover.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Group Personal Pension & Healthcare plans.
- Season Ticket Loan.
- Free online courses (via Community Online Academy), including:
- Fitness training
- Coding
- Language acquisition
- Hip-hop dance
Well-Being & Work-Life Balance
- Forward-thinking organisation committed to providing clear solutions to client challenges.
- Diverse client base, ranging from FTSE 100s to SMEs and individuals, ensuring a dynamic and varied workload.
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The Gateley Story
Gateley is not just a business—it’s a culture. We thrive on our combined expertise, shared values, and a problem-solving mindset. Our commitment to clients goes beyond legal/business solutions—it revolves around building trust and breaking boundaries.
Core Values: ✔ Ambitious for Success – Aspiring to excellence in everything we do. ✔ Forward Thinking – Anticipating challenges and innovating solutions. ✔ Room to Breathe – Encouraging sustainably productive environments. ✔ Trusted to Do – Embracing responsibility with full accountability. ✔ Working Together – Collaborative, united team approach.
Yearly, we recognise employees through our Gateley Team Spirit Awards, honouring exceptional performances that embody these values.
Diversity, Inclusion & Well-Being
We foster an inclusive workplace where: 🔹 Everyone, regardless of age, sex, race, sexual orientation, disability, or culture, has equal opportunity to excel. 🔹 Flexible working arrangements are encouraged to facilitate a healthy work-life balance. 🔹 Proud to be a Gold Standard Lauda Society Member for Diversity & Inclusion. 🔹 Recognised as Stonewall Diversity Champions.
Additional Information
If you accept an offer, pre-employment screening will be carried out, which includes verification of:
- Work eligibility
- Professional/academic qualifications
- Employment history
- Financial stability
- References & criminal records checks (as required by the role).
Conditions may vary depending on specific vacancies and responsibilities.
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