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Barnet is a borough with much to be proud of. Our excellent schools, vibrant town centres, vast green spaces and diverse communities all help make it a great place to live and work. As a council we want to build on these strengths as we move into the future. We are growing and developing as an organisation to meet the challenges facing our borough and we are committed to working with partner organisations and residents to make Barnet even better. As an organisation, our staff are committed to Our Values: Learning to Improve, Caring, Inclusive, Collaborative – which drive everything we do.
About the role
To support the delivery of building surveying services across the organisation’s managed estate, assisting senior surveyors with inspections, surveys, project delivery, statutory compliance, design, tendering, contract management and other duties.
The role provides structured development and training to enable the postholder to progress towards professional membership through the RICS Building Surveying pathway (RICS APC).
The assistant building surveyor will support in maintaining, improving and safeguarding the Council’s managed estate including corporate buildings, community assets, schools, libraries and any other asset types in the managed estate ensuring they are safe, compliant, well‑maintained and fit for purpose.
The postholder will work under the guidance of senior surveyors to gain practical experience across all core building surveying disciplines. This includes undertaking condition assessments, contributing to feasibility studies, supporting project design and delivery, assisting with statutory compliance (such as fire safety, asbestos and accessibility), and helping maintain accurate records.
About you
- Degree (or equivalent) in Building Surveying, Building Studies, Construction, or a related built‑environment discipline.
- Enrolment to MRICS Building Surveying pathway or similar professional membership and working towards achieving Chartered status.
- Experience gained through university projects, placements, internships, or early employment in surveying, construction, or property.
- Experience drafting technical documentation, reports, schedules or drawings.
- Knowledge of core building surveying principles and competencies such as building pathology, construction technology, design and specification, contract administration, legal and regulatory compliance and RICS guidance.
What we offer
- 31 days annual leave, plus public and bank holidays
- Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, which provides a valuable guaranteed income in your retirement together with security for your dependents
- Work-life balance options may include hybrid working, flexitime, job share, home working, part-time
- A vast range of lifestyle discounts from major retailers, supermarkets, energy suppliers and more
- Broad range of payroll benefits including cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel and gym membership
- Excellent training and development opportunities
- Employee well-being training programs including confidential employee assistance
