Graduate Building Surveyor

GRADUATE BUILDING SURVEYOR

Diamond & Co Competitive aligned to experience Glasgow / Hybrid

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for a Graduate Building Surveyor to join a fast-growing 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 surveyors developing real technical capability while progressively taking ownership of your own work.

The work is varied practical and designed to build strong foundations in building surveying with exposure to a wide range of property types and projects across the UK.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

This is a delivery-focused role where youll learn by doing with support from experienced colleagues.

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 budget forecasting

• Support project delivery including Contract Administration and Project Management instructions

• Assist in preparing specifications tender documentation and contractor procurement

• Support building safety-related work including inspections and data collection

• Assist with reinstatement cost assessments and pre-acquisition surveys

• Contribute to dilapidations project monitoring and compliance-related work

• Build strong working relationships with internal teams and external clients

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Youll be successful in this role if:

• You develop 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 progress steadily in your professional development

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

• Contributing to team initiatives and ongoing development

Youll work in a hybrid way balancing home working site inspections and office collaboration with flexibility built in from the outset

WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR

This role suits someone who:

• Holds a RICS-accredited Building Surveying degree (2:1 preferred)

• Is looking to build a long-term career in building surveying

• Is proactive motivated and keen to learn

• Enjoys working across a variety of projects and property types

• Communicates clearly and works well with others

• Takes pride in producing high-quality work

EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS

• Awareness of contract administration and maintenance planning

• Knowledge of health and safety and CDM Regulations

• Strong written communication and attention to detail

• Commercial awareness and interest in project delivery

• AutoCAD experience (desirable)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

We will fully support you through your professional development including:

• Structured training aligned to RICS competencies

• Exposure to a broad range of surveying instructions

• Ongoing mentorship from experienced surveyors

• A clear pathway towards achieving MRICS status

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary aligned to experience

• Flexible working with UK-wide project exposure (role dependent)

• 25 days holiday bank holidays plus Christmas closure

• Private healthcare (after probation) employee assistance programme

• Life assurance (3x salary)

• Fully funded training and professional development

• Support with APC CPD and professional qualifications

• Employee perks (Spectrum Life Extras) Cycle to Work and free eye tests

• Referral scheme staff social events

ABOUT DIAMOND & CO

Diamond & Co is a UK-wide multidisciplinary building consultancy and fire engineering practice. The company combines chartered building surveying architectural design principal designer and project management services with specialist fire safety expertise to support commercial residential and mixed-use developments across the UK and Europe.

Known for delivering tailored practical solutions Diamond & Co focuses on technical quality over volume providing clear considered advice rather than tick-box reporting.

Our experienced team works closely with clients to understand their needs ensuring high-quality outcomes and professional standards on every assignment.

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.

INTERESTED

• Apply with your CV.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required. A full UK driving licence is essential. Appointment is subject to a valid DBS check and CSCS card (or willingness to obtain).

ABOUT ODEVO

We are on a mission to become the leading international force in residential property management. What we do matters to billions of people in their everyday lives.

Residential real estate is the worlds largest asset class and for most families buying a home is the single biggest financial decision they will ever make. For too long residential property management has fallen short of homeowners and residents expectations and the industry is ready for change. Odevo was formed to make that change happen.

In just six years Odevo has grown more than 70-fold establishing us as the leading international player. We are more than 12000 people across the US the UK the Nordics Germany Spain Portugal Mexico and Italy building Odevo. Together we aspire to break new ground through innovation and cultivate a workplace where we help each other succeed where ideas matter more than titles and where kindness is a strength.

By combining the power of people and technology we set a new standard for how homes are managed. Our technology-enabled services simplify living for residents and create a better experience for property owners and boards.

Our ambition is to continue our fast-growing journey through new customers service expansion and by partnering with great companies that share our mindset and ambition both in existing and new markets.

As we continue to grow we stay true to who we are challenge unnecessary bureaucracy and keep decision-making close to our customers.

If you share our mindset and ambition wed love you to join us and help accelerate our mission together.

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