Introducing Woodward Chartered Surveyors
Opportunity for Surveyors
Woodward Chartered Surveyors are always interested to hear from great quality Chartered Surveyors looking for their next move.
Currently Recruiting;
Assistant Building Surveyor Vacancy
Location: Rickmansworth, Hertfordshire
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated Assistant Building Surveyor to join our expanding, well-established private practice. The ideal candidate will be Associate RICS qualified with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. We are looking for an individual with a keen interest in building pathology and party wall matters, who is eager to enhance their skills and career in a supportive, professional environment.
You will receive structured guidance and mentorship, particularly if you are working toward full membership of RICS or the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors. The successful candidate will demonstrate technical competence and excellent communication skills.
Key Responsibilities
As an Assistant Building Surveyor, you will be expected to:
• Building Inspections: Perform detailed on-site inspections of residential properties, identifying structural issues, defects, and other critical factors affecting property conditions. These may include issues related to damp, subsidence, roofing, foundations, and more.
• Building Pathology: Diagnose common and complex building defects, determining causes and providing clear, actionable recommendations for remediation or repair.
• Party Wall Matters: Handle party wall disputes and prepare accurate party wall awards in line with the Party Wall Act 1996. Communicate effectively with building owners, adjoining owners, and other stakeholders involved in party wall matters.
• Technical Reports: Produce clear, detailed technical reports for clients, outlining findings, recommendations, and any necessary actions. This includes preparing Home Buyer Reports and detailed Building Surveys.
• Client Interaction: Provide expert advice to clients, addressing their concerns and ensuring they are well-informed throughout the surveying process. Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients and fellow surveyors.
• Drawing Interpretation: Review and interpret architectural and technical drawings,
ensuring the accuracy of building plans and identifying potential issues in design or construction.
• Project Management: Manage your own caseload, ensuring that projects are completed within agreed timelines and budgets, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in all work delivered.
Why Work with Woodward Chartered Surveyors?
We offer:
• An opportunity to participate in our Employee Ownership Trust .
• Work place pension.
• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• Exposure to a diverse and interesting workload that includes building surveys, party wall work, structural investigations, and more.
• Clear career progression opportunities, with structured support toward achieving full RICS membership.
• Ongoing support for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) to keep your skills sharp and your knowledge up to date with the latest industry standards.
Our Services
• Our professional services cover a wide range of surveying disciplines, including:
• Building Surveys: Comprehensive surveys of residential properties, focusing on structural integrity, condition, and potential repair or maintenance needs.
• Structural Investigations: Specialist investigations into structural problems such as subsidence, damp, and foundation issues. These involve detailed analysis and expert recommendations for corrective measures.
• Home Buyer Reports: Mid-level reports providing an overview of the condition of a property, identifying any urgent issues that could affect its value or require repair.
• Residential Valuations: Expert valuations of residential properties for purchase, sale, or remortgaging purposes, offering accurate assessments based on current market conditions.
• Leasehold Enfranchisement: Support with lease extensions, collective enfranchisement, and right to manage claims, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Party Wall Matters: Expert advice and support on party wall disputes, including the preparation of party wall awards and guidance in accordance with the Party Wall Act 1996.
About Us
Established over 24 years ago, Woodward Chartered Surveyors prides itself on providing high-quality services across Greater London and the Home Counties. The founding Directors Stephen Woodward and Stephen Cornish successfully steered the firm to an all Employee Owned business. Stephen Woodward is now Chairman of Woodward Surveyors Trustees Ltd and Stephen Cornish
is Chairman of the Board of Directors. Joining our team means becoming part of a highly experienced and motivated group of professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional results for our clients. For more about our team and the services we provide, please visit our website.
Work Environment
This position is based at our Rickmansworth office. While hybrid working is becoming more common in the industry, we strongly believe in the value of in-person collaboration to foster a positive team dynamic, ensure high standards, and accelerate professional development. All employment is decided on the basis of an individual’s merit, and business need.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send their CV and a brief cover letter to stephen.cornish@woodwardsurveyors.co.uk
If you are a fully qualified Member or Fellow of the RICS interested in joining our firm as a building surveyor, let us know by emailing your CV to surveys@woodwardsurveyors.co.uk and we look forward to getting in touch.
Woodward Chartered Surveyors are members of the Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and Registered Valuers.
Building Surveys and surveys for home buyers, Survey Reports by Chartered Surveyors (RICS) in Harrow, Middlesex, Central London and North West London, Rickmansworth, Maple Cross Northwood, Watford, Bovingdon in Hertfordshire, Chesham and High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire. Also Lease Extensions, Party Wall Awards, Valuation, Structural & Defect Investigation, Dilapidation Schedules. Members of the RICS, Registered Valuers, Faculty of Party Wall Surveyors.