Building Surveying Graduate Programme

This two-year Building Surveying Graduate Programme is designed to develop your technical expertise, professional skills and understanding of the built environment through a blend of practical experience and supported learning.

What You'll Do

• Inspect and assess buildings to support the maintenance and improvement of infrastructure.
• Carry out building condition surveys and produce reports.
• Support refurbishment and capital projects, including snagging inspections and developing proposals for upgrades.
• Work closely with maintenance teams, project specialists and customers.

Development and Support

• Structured support, tailored training, and dedicated mentorship.
• Access to the Graduate Development Programme with masterclasses on communication, resilience, and wellbeing.
• Industry-recognised health and safety training (Working at Height, Confined Spaces, Asbestos Awareness, Fire Safety, IOSH Working Safely, CDM Regulations).
• Support towards becoming a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB), including funding for professional membership, a mentor, and study leave.

Career Progression

• Upon completion, you will move into a permanent role within the Surveying function.
• Ongoing support for professional chartership and progression into more advanced roles.
• Clear career pathways and development opportunities through the Babcock Role Framework.

Rewards and Benefits

• Minimum starting salary of £35,000 (dependent on location, role and qualifications).
• A minimum of 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
• Generous pension and employee share schemes.
• Flexible benefits, including cycle to work scheme and discounts.
• Wellbeing support services (Employee Assistance Programme, digital GP, health checks).
• Opportunities for STEM outreach and volunteering.

Entry Requirements

• Achieved, or on track to achieve, a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Building Surveying.
• A full UK driving licence.
• Comfortable working at height and in confined spaces.
• Ability to achieve and maintain Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) and Security Check (SC) clearance. (Note: Place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency may impact eligibility).

Location

• HM Naval Base Clyde, Scotland.
• Agile working is offered, but expect to spend several days a week on-site. The balance will vary depending on project needs.

Application Process

• Applications are reviewed in order of receipt and may close early if the programme becomes oversubscribed.
• Recommend submitting applications and completing assessments as soon as possible.
• Apply to one programme only.
• Support available for candidates requiring adjustments during the recruitment process.