Building Surveyor

A Building Surveyor inspects building plans to ensure they comply with various laws and the building code of Australia. You also provide advice on building requirements to comply with relevant regulations.

A Building Surveyor is involved for the length of a building project. You have an impact on the design, planning, and functionality of buildings as part of your responsibility to ensure that buildings are safe, accessible, and energy efficient.

Income Guide

$135,000

Desirable Skills

Planning • Communicating clearly • Solving problems • Attention to detail • Customer services • Writing Reports • Using tools

A typical day may involve:

Reviewing plans to ensure they meet building codes, local ordinances, zoning regulations and contract specifications
Approving building plans that are satisfactory and issuing building permits
Certifying building plans and structures comply with the corresponding building regulations
Providing written reports of findings from inspections
Monitoring construction sites periodically to ensure overall compliance
Using survey instruments, metering devices, and test equipment to perform inspections