Key Takeaways
- 24-month Graduate Development Programme in Building Surveying.
- Gain hands-on experience in dilapidations, technical due diligence, and project management within the Real Estate department.
- Opportunity to work towards RICS APC qualification.
- Requires a RICS-accredited degree or Masters conversion course in Building Surveying (achieved or on track for a 2:1 minimum).
About the Role
This is a 24-month Graduate Development Programme (GDP) designed to help you become a well-rounded consultant and launch your career at Turner & Townsend. You will gain industry knowledge beyond textbooks and lectures, with a structured development plan focusing on technical and commercial competencies. A dedicated Graduate Development Manager will provide support.
Learning will be a blend of technical and behavioural training, with opportunities to pursue professional qualifications.
What You'll Do
Kickstart your Building Surveying career on this two-year program, designed to support you through the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) via the Building Surveying pathway. As part of the Real Estate department, you will gain hands-on experience in a wide range of building surveying disciplines, including dilapidations, technical due diligence, development monitoring, and project management, working with various property types and sectors. Opportunities for international work across Europe may arise.
Responsibilities include:
- Conducting building inspections and surveys.
- Preparing detailed reports on building condition and defects.
- Assisting with the preparation of cost estimates.
- Communicating with clients and stakeholders.
- Supporting project teams in the delivery of building projects.
What We Value in Our Graduates
- Passion: Genuine interest in the built environment and construction industry (infrastructure and real estate).
- Client Focus: Desire to deliver excellent service and uphold quality.
- Sustainability Awareness: Consciousness of environmental challenges and motivation to contribute to a sustainable future in construction.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to approach problems logically and develop analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Data Fluency: Comfort working with data and confidence in presenting insights.
- Drive: Motivation to contribute to project and programme delivery.
- Self-Awareness: Recognition of development needs and commitment to learning technical and commercial skills.
What You'll Gain
- Sector Exposure: Broaden knowledge across real estate, infrastructure, advisory, defence, and energy and natural resources.
- Client and Team Engagement: Work with colleagues and clients to drive positive social and environmental change, innovation, and a sustainable energy future.
- Tailored Development: Personalised training plan to grow skills and knowledge.
- Technical Training: Access to the Technical Training Academy.
- Supportive Culture: Collaborative team environment.
- Global Opportunity: Join a high-performing, global professional services firm.
- Purpose-Driven Work: Contribute to commitments in sustainability, innovation, inclusivity, wellbeing, and community impact.
Qualifications
- A RICS-accredited degree or Masters conversion course in Building Surveying (achieved or on track for a 2:1 minimum).
- Understanding of the technical aspects of building surveying, with a genuine interest in the real estate and built environment.
Additional Information
Benefits
- 25 Days annual leave
- Buy and Sell annual leave
- Corporate Gym Membership
- Cycle scheme
- Pension
Other Requirements
- Primarily office-based, expected to work from the office for the majority of the working week.
- Must have the legal right to work in the UK.
- For some regional roles, travel to client sites may be required. A full driving licence and access to transport may be beneficial where public transport is limited.
- Roles in the Defence arena require passing Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and UKSV SC clearance.