Graduate Building Surveyor

Develop building surveying expertise through a two-year graduate programme while supporting commercial property projects, inspections and client delivery across a range of building consultancy services.

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Are you a recent graduate, or due to graduate soon, with a passion for Building Surveying and the built environment?

If so, Bidwells Built Environment department are looking for a motivated and ambitious Graduate Building Surveyor to join our award-winning Building Surveying team based at our head office in Trumpington, Cambridge.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to build their career within a multi-disciplinary property consultancy business where the strategic objective of Building Consultancy is to seek business growth from existing and new markets. 

With one of the strongest Building Consultancy teams in the region, this role offers exposure to high-quality projects, experienced mentors and a clear pathway to chartership.

What you’ll be doing

You will support the Commercial Building Surveying team across a diverse range of professional and project-led instructions, including building inspections, surveys, technical reports, design and specification work, contract administration and project delivery activities.

This role also involves maintaining regular client communication, developing strong professional relationships and proactively managing workloads to meet deadlines and service standards. You’ll also contribute to internal meetings and build connections across the business, while gaining hands‑on experience. 

Some key duties of the role include:

• Supporting the Commercial Building Surveying team in delivering a wide range of professional building surveying services

• Working alongside experienced surveyors on a variety of instructions

• Assisting with building inspections, surveys and preparing technical reports

• Supporting the delivery of client projects whilst providing regular progress updates to clients and colleagues

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, property professionals and internal teams

• Supporting the management of project timelines and ensuring work is delivered to agreed deadlines and quality standards

• Preparing reports, meeting notes and other project documentation

• Maintaining accurate project records, timesheets and expense submissions

• Keeping up to date with building surveying legislation, industry standards and best practice

• Working towards achieving Chartered Surveyor status through the RICS APC programme

What you'll achieve

As a Graduate Building Surveyor, you'll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of building surveying projects while working alongside experienced professionals. You'll develop your technical expertise, build client relationships, contribute to project delivery, undertake inspections and report writing and work towards achieving RICS Chartered status.

You'll have the opportunity to grow alongside us, and we're committed to supporting your progress every step of the way. We'll provide extensive assistance with the RICS APC, where our strong first-time pass rate speaks for itself.

You'll also join our two-year graduate development program, designed to enhance your personal effectiveness, commercial and financial acumen, and client delivery skills. This program will help you build a robust foundation for a successful career in the property sector, taking you beyond your current technical expertise.

About you

Essential

• A relevant and RICS accredited qualification in Building Surveying or equivalent

• Awareness and understanding of issues affecting the economy and the implications on the Firm and specifically, Building Surveying

• Strong IT skills, with confidence using Microsoft Office applications  

• Client care skills – good interpersonal communication both verbal and written

• An interest in business development and building client relationships

• Attention to detail

• Team player

Desirable

• Some relevant experience in Building Surveying, ideally having started the APC

• Experience of recording time and expenses

• Understanding of turnover/income, profit and gross margin

Why Bidwells?

We’re a different kind of business. Whilst we’re a major player in the property sector, Bidwells remains a privately-owned, independent Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture. We give our people autonomy and take the time to listen. As a certified B Corporation (B-Corp), we are dedicated to using our business as a force for good, driving innovation and creating long-term value for our clients, communities and the environment.

At Bidwells, we are driven by our mission to provide the UK’s most sustainable and innovative property advice. For over 185 years, we have been at the forefront of real estate and have expanded our influence from our Cambridge head office across the Golden Triangle and beyond. 

In 2024, Bidwells became among the pioneering UK property consultancies to receive BCorp accreditation, reflecting our commitment to being a responsible, purpose-driven business.

What else is in it for you?

• Competitive Salary: We recognise and reward talent with generous salary and group bonus scheme. As a Real Living Wage employer, we’re committed to fair pay that reflects the true cost of living.

• Comprehensive Benefits: including up to 8% matched pension, 28 days holiday (+ bank holidays) as a minimum, along with your birthday off work, a wellness day, paid sabbaticals, private medical cover, medicash plan, lifestyle discounts and perks, and more.

• Professional Development: Continuous learning, study support and promotion opportunities.

• Innovative Culture: Be part of a forward-thinking team at the forefront of industry trends.

• Family Friendly: We offer enhanced family leave policies to support individuals close to you.

• Work-Life Balance: We value your well-being and offer agile working to support it.