Graduate Development Surveyor (Land Site Finder)

JR United Kingdom; Harewood; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Graduate Development Surveyor to embark on a transformative 24-month program. This exciting opportunity allows you to join a dynamic team dedicated to creating sustainable communities and addressing critical housing challenges. You will receive personalized mentorship and training, ensuring a clear career path in property development. If you are passionate about making a positive impact on the environment and thriving in a fast-paced environment, this role offers the perfect platform to launch your career and contribute to meaningful projects across the UK.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a minimum 2:1 degree in a related field.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and progressing projects across Yorkshire.
• Support the team in sourcing and securing new projects.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Resilience

Relationship Building

Interest in Property Development

Education

2:1 Degree in Surveying, Real Estate, Agriculture or Construction

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Graduate Development Surveyor (Land Site Finder), Harewood

Client: Banks Group

Location: Harewood, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

The Opportunity:

Embark on a transformative 24-month Graduate Development Programme with Banks Group, a family-owned business with nearly 50 years of history in property development and housebuilding. This is your chance to be part of a dynamic team committed to creating sustainable communities and making a positive impact on the environment.

What Makes This Opportunity Exciting:

1. Growth and Impact: Join a company that addresses critical challenges such as the housing crisis and the transition to net-zero energy. Your work will directly contribute to developing high-quality and sustainable homes that benefit communities across the UK.
2. Unique Culture: At Banks Group, we operate under the ethos of ‘Development with Care.’ This means prioritising the well-being of our people and the environment in all our projects. Our core values include caring for people and the environment, listening to understand, finding solutions together, supporting each other, developing best practices, and honouring commitments.
3. Clear Development Path: As a Graduate, you’ll receive personalised mentorship and have regular appraisals to support your professional growth. Our comprehensive training program includes opportunities to attain professional qualifications, ensuring you have a clear and rewarding career trajectory.

Graduate Development Surveyor (Land Site Finder) Role:

You will work as part of a team and assist in the identification and progression of projects across Yorkshire, supporting the team to source and secure new projects, complete a variety of land agreements and assist with the management of the existing development portfolio.

Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience:

1. A recent graduate (or soon to be graduate) with a minimum 2:1 degree; ideally in a related discipline of Surveying, Real Estate, Agriculture or Construction.
2. An active awareness and interest in property development and the built environment.
3. Resilient and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
4. Strong communications skills, both verbally and in writing.
5. Be able to build strong working relationships.
6. Strong persuasion and negotiation skills to achieve desired outcomes both internally and externally.
7. Full UK driving licence is essential due to travel requirement across the North of England.
8. Ideally studied or currently studying a RICS or RTPI accredited degree.

Application Deadline: Friday, 2 May 2025

Interview Process: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a first-stage video interview, followed by an invitation to an assessment centre near Durham in June 2025.

Banks Group is committed to equality of opportunity.