Graduate Surveyor

GRADUATE BUILDING SURVEYOR

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SRVO £Competitive, aligned to experience Hybrid - London / South
ROLE OVERVIEW
We are looking for a Graduate Building Surveyor to join a fast-growing and highly active Building Consultancy team, working across a diverse residential-led portfolio.
From day one, youll gain hands-on exposure to live instructions across defect diagnosis, planned maintenance, project delivery and building safety. Youll work alongside experienced, MRICS-qualified surveyors, developing real technical capability while progressively taking ownership of your own work.
The work is varied, practical and aligned to your APC pathway, ensuring your day-to-day experience directly supports progression towards chartership.
ROLE EXPECTATIONS
This is a delivery-focused role where youll learn by doing, with support from experienced surveyors.
You will:
Support and progressively take ownership of building inspections across a range of property types
Assist in preparing Planned Preventative Maintenance reports, lifecycle planning and budgets
Support project delivery, including Contract Administration and Project Management instructions
Assist in preparing specifications, tender documentation and contractor procurement
Support Building Safety Act related work, including inspections and data collection
Assist with reinstatement cost assessments and pre-acquisition surveys
Contribute to dilapidations, project monitoring and compliance-related instructions
Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external clients
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
Youll be successful in this role if:
You are developing strong technical knowledge and professional judgement
You take ownership of your work and deliver to a high standard
You build trusted relationships with colleagues, clients and contractors
You contribute effectively across a range of instructions and projects
You are progressing confidently through your APC pathway
HOW YOULL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME
Most weeks, youll be:
Undertaking site inspections and gathering building data
Supporting the preparation of technical reports and surveys
Working on live projects alongside senior surveyors
Assisting with contract administration and project delivery
Supporting compliance and building safety-related work
Logging experience and competencies aligned to your APC
Youll work in a hybrid way, balancing home working, site inspections and office collaboration, with flexibility and trust built in from the outset
WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR
This role suits someone who:
Holds a RICS-accredited Building Surveying degree
Is planning to start, or has recently started, the APC pathway
Wants a structured and well-supported route to MRICS
Is proactive, motivated and keen to learn
Enjoys variety and exposure to different types of work
Takes pride in producing high-quality work
EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS
Exposure to building surveying, construction or property environments
Understanding of building construction, pathology and relevant legislation
Awareness of contract administration and maintenance planning
Strong written communication and attention to detail
Commercial awareness and interest in project delivery
AutoCAD experience (desirable)
YOUR PATHWAY TO MRICS AT SRVO
We take chartership seriously and provide a clear, structured and well-supported pathway, including:
Dedicated MRICS-qualified supervisors and counsellors
Structured mentoring and regular progress reviews
Support with competency selection, case study preparation and ethics
Paid professional fees, exams and resits
Protected time for APC-related development and CPD
For most candidates, this typically results in chartership within 1224 months, depending on experience and engagement.
Beyond MRICS, there are clear routes into senior technical roles, project leadership or broader advisory positions.
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive salary aligned to experience and stage of development
Discretionary bonus
Hybrid working model
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Private medical insurance, life assurance and enhanced family leave
Fully funded APC, training and professional development
Pension scheme and employee assistance programme
Discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment
ABOUT SRVO
SRVO is a Chartered Surveying and Property Consultancy delivering building surveying, project management and advisory services across the UK. We work across both residential and commercial sectors, providing technically robust, practical advice on complex assets and projects.
As part of the Odevo Group, SRVO offers the scale, stability and long-term investment that many traditional consultancies cannot. This allows us to focus on quality, safety and sustainable outcomes rather than short-term utilisation targets.
We are committed to building long-term surveying careers. That means clear progression, genuine technical development, investment in chartership and an environment where professionals are trusted to do their best work.
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.
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All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.