Graduate Geomatics Surveyor: Build BIM & Spatial Data

Graduate Programme 2027 - Geomatics - London

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.

Our Geomatics team is transforming how we understand and interact with the built environment. Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, our experts capture spatial data with unparalleled accuracy, achieving precision down to 0.2%. Our meticulously measured surveys and detailed reports adhere to the RICS Property Measurement Standard and serve as the foundation for architectural design and the creation of comprehensive Building Information Models (BIM).

This two-year program is designed for graduates eager to specialize as Land/Measured Building Surveyors. You'll gain hands-on experience across a diverse range of spatial data capture techniques, utilizing the very latest in Land Surveying technology. You'll become an integral part of our Geomatics team, with opportunities to gain experience across various market sectors.

We are committed to your professional growth. Throughout the program, we will provide comprehensive support to help you achieve your Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) and attain membership with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

As a Graduate Geomatics Surveyor, you will be responsible for a range of tasks, including but not limited to:

• Conducting surveys on-site using various tools, including total stations, GPS/GNSS receivers, laser scanners and drones.
• Data Processing: Importing, cleaning, and processing raw data collected in the field.
• Using specialized software (e.g., AutoCAD) to analyse and manipulate the data.
• Report generation and analysis to identify issues, calculate areas, volumes, and other relevant measurements.
• Creating drawings and models: producing detailed plans, sections, elevations, and 3D models of buildings and sites.

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.

Academic Credentials

Ideally you will be studying an RICS accredited degree (achieved or on track for a 2:1 minimum) in a Geospatial Surveying, Mapping or GIS related degree. Non-Cognate students from a Geography degree discipline are also welcome to apply (achieved or on track for a 2:1 minimum).

Technical Acumen

An understanding of the technical aspects of buildings coupled with a genuine interest in the real estate and built environment.

25 Days annual leave, Buy and Sell annual leave, 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.