Graduate Building Surveyor Review
at Savills
Degree Apprenticeship
Project Management, Property Management
London
Review Submitted: March 2025
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
As a building surveyor, mainly acting as a project manager, my day-to-day work varies. No day is ever the same with a mixture of office work and on-site inspections. I'm lucky to work on a wide variety of different projects, in both size and asset class.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Although the time management of my degree apprenticeship has been challenging, i thoroughly enjoy the programme and looking forward to the future of seeing what my role and career brings.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have significantly improved my organisation and people skills as a project manager. Organising and ensuring all project parties are up-to-date and providing the necessary information when required. Both my vocal and written skills have improved as a result of this too.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is very well organised and structured. There is lots of support available, when required. The training available is excellent and very frequent.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Lots, any issues or queries that I have I am able to ask the apprentice HR team and i always receive a positive supportive answer.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Exactly the amount required my support officer is always checking in to ensure I am ok and if I require any support or guidance.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The qualification from UCEM has provided me with very relevant and current information, supporting my everyday work.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes, work is more that a 9-5 job for me and any opportunities to involve myself in networking or team/division events I will always attend. There are lots of sports teams and opportunities, I currently play in the mixed hockey team.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Global brand which provides several opportunities. Great clients to work for and lots of support.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?
Ensure you know the role you are applying for, complete as much work experience as possible to show you are proactive and willing to learn.
