Graduate Building Surveyor

Preston, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Job Advert

Our core values are: Integrity | Excellence | Respect | Innovation


The Eric Wright Group has a fantastic history. From our beginnings in construction to an award-winning group of companies, our reputation is built on our Chairman's founding principles of a company that must be profitable, ethical and farsighted, as a result we have people, community and social value at our heart.

Role Overview




As a Building Surveying Graduate within our Facilities Management team, you will support the effective management, maintenance, and improvement of our property portfolio. You'll gain hands-on experience in building surveying, compliance, and project delivery, working closely with experienced professionals to develop your technical and commercial skills.

Key Responsibilities



Assist in the inspection, assessment, and reporting of building conditions across the estate. Support the planning and delivery of maintenance, refurbishment, and compliance projects. Contribute to the management of statutory compliance (e.g., fire safety, asbestos, water hygiene). Help prepare specifications, schedules of work, and tender documentation. Liaise with contractors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and within budget. Maintain accurate records, drawings, and asset data using CAFM and other systems. Participate in risk assessments and ensure health & safety standards are met. Support sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives. Support the mobilisation and demobilisation of contracts, including expiry. Assist with the management of reactive and planned maintenance activities. Undertake professional development and training as part of your graduate pathway.

Qualifications & Experience



Degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline (or due to graduate this year). Some work experience or placement in a property, construction, or FM environment (desirable but not essential).

Skills & Attributes



Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Good written and verbal communication. Attention to detail and a proactive approach. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Organised, with good time management skills. IT literate (MS Office; experience with CAFM systems is a plus). Willingness to learn and develop professionally (e.g., towards RICS or IWFM accreditation).

In return we offer.....



Company car / car allowance scheme -

we are working towards 100% hybrid / electric vehicles.

Enhanced annual leave

starting at 26 Days + bank holidays rising with service

Interest free loan payments

to help you with purchasing tools

Enhanced Paid Family Leave

- maternity, paternity, adoption, fertility, compassion, bereavement, crisis, emergency dependants, and much more

Learning and development

- we offer a range of learning opportunities to develop talent at all levels within our business focussing on technical competence, upskilling, compliance and governance and career development.

Pension

-- 6.5% employer contribution of your salary into your pension to help you save for the future

Group Income Protection -

50% of your salary covered for 3 years for long term illness

Health Plans

- optional, including dental, cash health plans and critical illness

EAP

- Employee Assistance Programme through Health Assured, supporting you and your family with advice, guidance and counselling on a variety of areas such as health, fitness, home life, finances and much more.

Mental Health support

- through the

Thrive app

, approved by the NHS, provides tools, to tackle, prevent and manage common stressors such as sleep, bereavement, work issues etc. Also provides relaxation, breathing and meditation techniques and measures impact.

Savings scheme -

Put aside an affordable amount for a rainy day in the future

Recognition awards

- awards for long service and special birthdays

Onsite Nursery

- we have a subsidised nursery on site at Head office

Onsite gym

- we have a gym on site at Head Office - free to use

Company Doctor

- for when you can't get to see your own or if you have any health concerns A comprehensive

health and wellbeing strategy

focused on physical, emotional, financial and career wellbeing * A wide range of enhanced benefits to support your

well-being and work-life balance

Beware of fraud agents! do not pay money to get a job

MNCJobs.co.uk will not be responsible for any payment made to a third-party. All Terms of Use are applicable.


Related Jobs

Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3849895
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Preston, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
    Not mentioned