Ayer Associates Ltd is a small, friendly, family-run practice of Chartered Surveyors and Property Consultants, providing building surveying, project management, quantity surveying, advisory and property consultancy services to clients across the public and private sectors.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Graduate Building Surveyor to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career surveyor who is keen to develop their professional experience across building surveying, construction, property and project work within a supportive Chartered Surveying practice.
About the role
Working closely with senior colleagues, you will assist with the delivery of a varied range of building surveying instructions and projects while continuing to develop your technical and professional skills. The role will include site inspections, condition surveys, measured surveys, preparing reports, assisting with specifications and schedules of work, supporting contract administration and contributing to project delivery for public and private sector clients.
You will be encouraged to take responsibility as your experience grows, with guidance, mentoring and support from experienced Chartered Surveyors. We will support your professional development and help you build the experience required for progression within the building surveying profession, including towards APC or other relevant professional pathways where appropriate.
What we are looking for
- A degree in Building Surveying, Construction, Property or a related built environment discipline.
- A genuine interest in building surveying, construction, property and the built environment.
- A positive attitude, willingness to learn and enthusiasm for developing technical and professional skills.
- Good written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear notes, reports and correspondence.
- A professional, organised and practical approach to work, with good attention to detail.
- Confidence using Microsoft Office and a willingness to develop skills in relevant technical software.
- A full UK driving licence would be helpful, although the ability to travel to sites and offices as required is more important.
What we offer
- The chance to develop your career within a supportive, approachable and friendly team.
- A full-time role working 37.5 hours per week.
- A competitive remuneration package.
- Practical experience across building surveying, project support and wider property consultancy work.
- Support with professional development, APC preparation and relevant continuing professional development.
- Mentoring from experienced Chartered Surveyors and senior members of the team.
- A varied workload with exposure to public and private sector clients.
- A small-practice environment where your contribution will be noticed and valued as your career develops.
How to apply
If you are looking to develop your career in building surveying within a friendly and supportive practice, we would be pleased to hear from you. Please express an interest below.
A relevant CV and a short covering letter to will be required. This can be sent to croydon-works@croydon.gov.uk
- Posted today
- Croydon Works
- © Croydon Works 2026
- Privacy and Data Sharing statement
- Cookies
