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Real Estate Graduate

Tarmac
Mountsorrel

Expected closing date: Sunday, 13 December 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Join Tarmac's Land and Natural Resources team as a Graduate Real Estate Surveyor, starting September 2027.
  • Gain hands-on experience in land acquisition, estate management, and development, working towards RICS APC accreditation.
  • Requires a RICS APC accredited degree and a full UK Driving License.
  • Based at the Stancombe Office near Bristol, with hybrid working available.
  • Applications may close early, so apply ASAP.

About the Role

This is a two-year graduate programme for aspiring surveyors, starting in September 2027. You will join Tarmac's Land and Natural Resources team, based at the Stancombe Office near Bristol.

What you'll be doing

You will play a key role in managing and developing Tarmac’s diverse property portfolio, which spans over 100,000 acres. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Assisting with land and mineral acquisition, strategic estate management, and the development and disposal of surplus sites.
  • Reviewing the land development portfolio to identify opportunities for value enhancement and assisting with asset disposal.
  • Promoting sites and securing planning permissions to realise development opportunities.
  • Liaising with internal stakeholders to meet land disposal targets and align with strategic objectives.
  • Supporting initiatives to increase rental income and unlock development opportunities.
  • Working within planning consents for mineral extraction and associated operations.
  • Ensuring compliance with planning permissions, lease agreements, and tenure arrangements.
  • Preparing, coordinating, and reviewing planning applications, including interpreting specialist reports.
  • Developing a strong understanding of property ownership, landlord-tenant dynamics, and planning policy frameworks.
  • Engaging with external stakeholders such as local communities, statutory bodies, landlords, and planning authorities.
  • Managing relationships with landlords and tenants.
  • Supporting the development and use of Tarmac’s Electronic Property Information System.
  • Participating in the Graduate Core Skills Development Programme.

Your Development

As part of a graduate rotation programme, you will gain hands-on experience in key areas of Land & Natural Resources (L&NR), including Asset Management, Strategic Planning, and Land Development. You will receive dedicated support towards your RICS APC accreditation.

Over the two years, you will rotate through different L&NR charters to build broad experience. This includes placements in Asset Management, Strategic Planning, and Land Development Teams. You will also participate in a structured Core Skills Graduate Development Programme over two years to build business acumen, enhance soft skills, and create networking opportunities.

What we're looking for

Essential:

  • Educated to Degree level in a RICS APC accredited degree.
  • Willingness to work in different locations across the UK and Ireland.
  • Full UK Driving License.

Desirable:

  • Problem-solving skills.
  • A keen interest in a career within Land & Natural Resources, striving for a sustainable future.
  • Communication skills and competent written skills.
  • Customer focus.
  • IT skills.
  • Team player & able to work independently.

Benefits

  • Enhanced holiday entitlement
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Exclusive discounts via the Tarmac Reward website
  • Free and confidential support through our Employee Assistance helpline
  • Access to Employee Communities for networking and development.

Application Information

Applications may close early due to high volume, so early application is recommended.