Assistant Surveyor - London / South East

GRADUATE / ASSISTANT BUILDING SURVEYOR

• SRVO • £Competitive, aligned to experience • Hybrid London/South East

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for an Assistant Building Surveyor to join SRVO's Building Consultancy Division, supporting delivery of building surveying, project and compliance services across the UK.

This role is ideal for a recent Building Surveying graduate or early career surveyor seeking structured development, broad technical exposure and a clear pathway toward MRICS.

You will work closely with Directors, Associates and Senior Surveyors across residential, commercial and mixed use assets, gaining hands on experience aligned to APC competencies.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

You will support delivery of core Building Consultancy services under supervision, assisting on projects and professional instructions across a varied portfolio.

As your competence develops, you will take increasing responsibility for defined elements of projects and reporting.

We are looking for someone professional, detail focused and motivated to build strong technical foundations and progress toward chartership.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

You'll be successful in this role if:

• You progress confidently through your APC pathway
• Your technical knowledge strengthens year on year
• Your reports are accurate and well structured
• You build positive relationships with colleagues and clients
• You actively engage with mentoring and CPD

HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME

Most weeks, you'll be:

• Assisting with Project Management and Contract Administration on projects typically ranging from £50k to £2m+
• Supporting preparation of specifications and tender documentation
• Undertaking site inspections and contributing to technical reports
• Assisting with JCT contract administration processes
• Supporting Planned Preventative Maintenance and lifecycle reporting
• Assisting with reinstatement cost assessments and defect analysis
• Supporting pre acquisition surveys across varied asset types
• Assisting with dilapidations, licences for alterations and party wall matters
• Supporting CDM Principal Designer duties and H&S documentation
• Contributing to Building Safety Act and fire related reporting
• Logging APC competencies and CPD activity

The role is hybrid, combining home working, office collaboration and site inspections.

WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR

This role suits someone who:

• Has graduated from a RICS accredited Building Surveying degree with a minimum 2:1
• Is planning to commence or has recently commenced the APC
• Wants broad technical exposure rather than a siloed role
• Is motivated by long term chartership and progression
• Is comfortable managing workload within a hybrid environment

A full UK driving licence is required and regional travel may be necessary.

EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS

• Exposure to building surveying, consultancy or construction environments
• Understanding of construction technology and building pathology
• Awareness of CDM Regulations and health and safety compliance
• Familiarity with JCT contracts
• Strong written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• AutoCAD capability is advantageous

YOUR PATHWAY TO MRICS AT SRVO

We provide a structured and fully supported pathway to chartership, including:

• Dedicated MRICS qualified supervisors and counsellors
• Regular competency reviews and development planning
• Case study and ethics preparation support
• Fully funded professional fees and examinations
• Protected time for APC development and CPD

For most graduates, chartership is achieved within 18 to 24 months depending on entry point and engagement.

Beyond MRICS, clear progression routes exist into Senior Surveyor, Associate and leadership roles within SRVO and the wider Odevo Group.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary aligned to experience
• Car allowance
• Discretionary bonus
• Remote / hybrid working model
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance, life assurance and enhanced family leave
• Fully funded APC support, training and professional development
• Pension scheme and employee assistance programme
• Employee referral scheme
• Discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment

ABOUT SRVO

SRVO is a Chartered Surveying and Property Consultancy delivering building surveying, project and consultancy services across the UK, alongside specialist risk assessment services.

Our clients are primarily residential property managers overseeing purpose-built developments nationwide, but we also work across commercial, retail and industrial asset classes.

Our mission is to transform the property landscape with safe and sustainable solutions.

As part of the Odevo Group, SRVO combines the agility and expertise of a specialist consultancy with the stability, scale and long-term investment of a wider group. We set our people up to succeed through the right tools, technology and support, alongside clear development pathways and an environment where wellbeing is genuinely prioritised.

HOW WE HIRE

Initial conversation with our talent team

Interview focused on potential, approach and technical foundations

We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.

INTERESTED?

Apply with your CV.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required. A full, clean UK driving licence is essential for this role. Appointment is subject to a valid DBS check and CSCS card (or willingness to obtain).