2027 Graduate Building Surveyor in Oxford

Location: Oxford

Salary: Competitive

Interview date: November/December 2026

Start date: July - September 2027

We are looking for ambitious students with a background in/knowledge of the sector to join our growing Building Surveying teams in Oxford on a 3-year Graduate Programme. This is an exciting opportunity to begin your career within a fast-paced and highly regarded Building Surveying team, working with a diverse range of clients, assets and projects across the UK.

Our Building Surveying graduate programme is designed to challenge and support you from day one. You'll gain exposure to a diverse range of projects, developing both your technical expertise and professional confidence through hands-on experience across key areas of building surveying, including:

• Project management
• Contract administration
• Building pathology
• Dilapidations
• Technical due diligence
• Refurbishment projects

Working alongside experienced surveyors, you'll be encouraged to take ownership of your development while playing an active role in delivering solutions for clients. Building surveying offers a varied and rewarding career where no two projects are the same. From advising on historic buildings and managing refurbishment schemes to carrying out inspections and providing strategic property advice, the work is diverse, technical and client focused. It's an ideal environment for individuals who enjoy problem-solving, building relationships and seeing projects through from concept to completion.

In return, you'll benefit from early responsibility, exposure to a wide range of property sectors and the opportunity to learn from some of the industry's leading professionals. Alongside practical experience, you'll receive structured APC support, including guidance from dedicated supervisors and counsellors, technical training and access to a network of colleagues committed to helping you achieve chartership.

At Carter Jonas, clients are at the heart of everything we do. From attending meetings and preparing reports to contributing to strategic advice, you'll play an active role in delivering an exceptional client experience while building the skills, confidence and expertise needed for a successful career in Building Surveying.

Main Tasks

• Building surveys for purchase and lease
• Project management
• Measured surveys
• Preparing drawings and specifications
• Building design and contract administration
• Party walls
• Dilapidations
• Diagnosing building defects such as subsidence damp and rot
• Insurance Reinstatement valuations

What will it take to be successful?

We are looking for forward thinking students with a can-do attitude, who have the ability to manage multiple projects and deal with a variety of work. You will ideally be studying for a RICS accredited Building Surveying degree. Previous experience gained through placements, internships or work experience within the property sector will help you stand out. Candidates will demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, a collaborative approach to working with others, and proficiency across the Microsoft Office suite. Given the nature of the role and the need to travel to client sites and properties, a full UK driving licence is essential.

Our Promise To You

We offer a supportive team environment and the opportunity to develop your knowledge of all aspects of development surveying in our offices. Independence and individual responsibility will develop as candidates gain experience throughout the 3-year Graduate Programme. At Carter Jonas, we're committed to supporting graduates throughout their professional development. Those working towards the APC will benefit from a structured training programme designed to develop the technical knowledge, professional competencies and confidence required to achieve chartership. Our APC candidates receive support from dedicated counsellors and supervisors, alongside access to workshops and networking opportunities. Candidates also benefit from insights and guidance from recently qualified surveyors, helping them navigate the APC process with confidence. This collaborative approach ensures candidates are well supported throughout their journey, while gaining exposure to a diverse range of work and experiences that contribute towards their professional development. APC support and funding are available to those undertaking an eligible RICS-accredited pathway.

Application process

You will be asked to respond to a number of questions about your work experience as well as your motivations and interest in a career in property as well as any extracurricular activities. We ask you to provide reference contact details, one educational and one employment. If successful, you will be invited to attend an interview in November/December.

AI use in our recruitment process

At Carter Jonas we support the advancements in technology to help grow our business. However, people remain at the core of who we are, and this is instilled into our recruitment process. You may utilise artificial intelligence (AI) tools and platforms to support you during the application process, however, as with any application all information submitted must be factually accurate and all examples provided must be taken directly from your own experience. All presented information will be assessed at interview. Any applications where factual inaccuracy, plagiarism or copying of examples/answers from internet sources is detected will be withdrawn from the process.