AtkinsRéalis

Building Surveyor

AtkinsRéalis
Posted 10/21/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite
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Demonstrates expertise in building surveying, including condition surveys, defect diagnosis, and project management under JCT and NEC contracts. Proficient in sustainability assessments and compliance with CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act.

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BSc (Hons) In Building SurveyingMRICS Or EquivalentPre- And Post-Contract Project ManagementHealth And Safety ComplianceAutoCAD Or Revit Proficiency

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Work across regional projects in different sectors and provide a range of building surveying duties
  • Undertake condition surveys, measured surveys, defect diagnosis and technical due diligence
  • Maintain awareness of industry developments and best practice
  • Prepare professional reports, schedules of work, specifications and technical drawings
  • Deliver project management and contract administration across a range of sectors
  • Perform pre- and post-contract activities under JCT and NEC forms of contract
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects appropriate to experience and competency
  • Lead the design and delivery of refurbishment, maintenance and small-to-medium capital projects
  • Contribute to sustainability and building safety assessments, including CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act compliance
  • Help maintain strong client relationships and high-quality service delivery
  • Participate in team knowledge-sharing, CPD and professional development activities
  • Contribute to quality assurance, best-practice initiatives and continuous improvement
  • Apply quality, health and safety, and environmental management principles within project delivery

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • BSc (Hons) in Building Surveying (RICS accredited degree) or equivalent
  • Actively working towards professional membership, namely MRICS or equivalent
  • Developing foundation of building surveying knowledge, preferably gained through placements, internships or post-graduate roles
  • Awareness of design and construction processes, building pathology, statutory compliance and project delivery, particularly in refurbishment and extension projects
  • Experience delivering pre- and post-contract project management activities
  • Understanding of Health and Safety requirements, including CDM 2015 and the Building Safety Act
  • Awareness of standard forms of building contracts, such as JCT and NEC
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Experience with AutoCAD, Revit or digital surveying tools is advantageous
  • Experience in education, local authorities, healthcare, central government or infrastructure sectors is desirable
  • Strong communication skills and confidence working with clients and stakeholders
  • Collaborative approach, initiative, curiosity and attention to detail
  • Willingness to travel and work on a variety of sites
  • Commitment to supporting senior colleagues in delivering a profitable, high-performing team environment
  • Role may require security clearance
  • If security clearance is required, candidates may need to provide proof of residency in the UK for 5 years or longer

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Competitive salaries
  • Employee rewards
  • Tailored benefits supporting health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices
  • Training and professional development opportunities
  • Hybrid working culture
  • Flexible holiday allowances
  • Family friendly employment policies
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Employee resource groups

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Hard Skills
Condition SurveysMeasured SurveysDefect DiagnosisTechnical Due DiligenceProject ManagementContract AdministrationBuilding PathologyStatutory ComplianceQuality AssuranceEnvironmental Management
Soft Skills
Strong Communication SkillsCollaborative ApproachAttention To DetailInitiativeCuriosity
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeAutoCADRevitDigital Surveying Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
MRICS Or Equivalent
Industry Keywords
Building Safety ActCDM 2015JCT ContractsNEC ContractsRefurbishment ProjectsEducation SectorHealthcare SectorLocal AuthoritiesCentral GovernmentInfrastructure Sector