Graduate Programme 2027 - Building Surveying - Oxford
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What you'll do
- 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 they're looking for
- A RICS-accredited degree or Masters conversion course in Building Surveying (achieved or on track for a 2:1 minimum).
- An understanding of the technical aspects of building surveying, coupled with a genuine interest in the real estate and built environment.
- Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.
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Company Description
Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.
Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.
Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.
We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.
Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com
We transform together | Turner & Townsend
Job Description
Our 24-month Graduate Development Programme (GDP) provides you with a learning environment to help you become a well-rounded consultant and launch your career.
From day one, you’ll dive into the heart of Turner & Townsend, building your internal networks and deepening your understanding of our industry and service area. This is your chance to develop industry knowledge that goes beyond textbooks and lectures!
As a part of our team, you’ll receive a structured development plan tailored to introduce you to the technical and commercial competencies that are the steppingstones to success at Turner & Townsend. A dedicated Graduate Development Manager will be your guide, providing support and ensuring you’re on the right track.
Our learning approach goes beyond traditional ‘on-the-job’ training. You’ll benefit from a blend of technical and behavioural training, learning from both peers and experienced professionals. This comprehensive approach equips you with the knowledge and skills you need to excel.
We are committed to your continuous learning and professional development, and we offer opportunities to pursue professional qualifications with esteemed institutions. Are you ready to embark on a journey that will shape your career and future?
Join us at Turner & Townsend and make the difference!
Kickstart your Building Surveying career with our comprehensive two-year program. Designed specifically for graduates, this program provides the support and experience needed to successfully navigate the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) via the Building Surveying pathway. As part of our Real Estate department, you'll spend two years immersed within our building surveying teams, gaining hands-on experience in a wide range of building surveying disciplines. This includes exposure to dilapidations, technical due diligence, development monitoring, and project management, working with a variety of property types and sectors. The program may also present opportunities for international work across Europe.
As a Graduate Building Surveyor, you will be responsible for a range of tasks, including but not limited to:
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: A genuine interest in the built environment and the construction industry, including both infrastructure and real estate.
Client Focus: A strong desire to deliver excellent service and uphold our commitment to quality in everything you do.
Sustainability Awareness: Conscious of environmental challenges and motivated to contribute to a more sustainable future in construction.
Analytical Thinking: Able to approach problems logically and eager to develop your analytical and problem-solving skills.
Data Fluency: Comfortable working with data and confident in presenting insights clearly and effectively.
Drive: Motivated to contribute to the successful delivery of projects and programmes.
Self-Awareness: Recognise your own development needs and are committed to learning and refining your technical and commercial skills.
What You’ll Gain
Sector Exposure: The opportunity to broaden your knowledge across sectors such as real estate, infrastructure, advisory, defence, and energy and natural resources while developing the skills to provide commercial, strategic, and analytical advice to clients.
Client and Team Engagement:The opportunity to work with your colleagues in a team environment, and with our clients, to drive positive social and environmental change, encourage innovation and create a sustainable energy future.
Tailored Development: A personalised training plan designed to grow your skills and knowledge, with tools to help you track and advance your progress.
Technical Training: Access to our Technical Training Academy, where you’ll deepen your professional expertise, sharpen your capabilities, and prepare for future challenges.
Supportive Culture: A collaborative team environment that actively supports your development and helps you grow your career as a professional.
Global Opportunity: The chance to join a high-performing, global professional services firm known for its resilience and adaptability in changing market conditions.
Purpose-Driven Work: Opportunities to contribute to our commitments in sustainability, innovation, inclusivity, wellbeing, and community impact.
Qualifications
Academic Credentials: A RICS-accredited degree or Masters conversion course in Building Surveying (achieved or on track for a 2:1 minimum).
Technical Acumen: An understanding of the technical aspects of building surveying, coupled 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
- This role is primarily office-based, and colleagues are expected to work from the office for the majority of the working week.
- Candidates must have the legal right to work in the UK.
- For some regional roles, travel to client sites may be required. Where access to client locations is limited by public transport, a full driving licence and access to transport may be beneficial.
- To be considered for roles in the Defence arena, you will need to pass both a Baseline Personnel Security Standard check and UKSV SC clearance. This process will begin once you’ve accepted an offer and confirmed your willingness to undergo the checks.
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