Commercial surveying intern Review
at Savills
Insight / Vacation Scheme (< 4 Weeks)
Surveying
Aberdeen
Review Submitted: July 2022
Overall Rating
4.2 /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!
4/5
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Overview of Experience
4.3/5
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Skills Development
4.3/5
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Company Culture
4/5
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Overall Experience
5/5
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Recommendations and Advice
Overview of Experience
Please give an overview of the insight and what was involved on a day-to-day basis.
On a day-to-day basis at Savills Aberdeen I was given the opportunity to attend viewings of both offices and industrial sites. I also assisted with the writing of reports, analysis of heads of terms and calculations of the areas of buildings. I also spent time with the development and building surveying teams, where I was lucky enough to try a drone in order to take photos of large industrial buildings with damage.
What was it like understanding all about the business and potential roles available?
It was immediately made clear how the business worked and the different teams that were included in the office. For example, the office was laid out in accordance with each different division, for example, the commercial team sat at one end of the office and the residential at the other. However, the office was open plan in order to allow for easy communication between different teams.
Please rate how insightful you found the insight
4/5
How would you rate the structure of the insight
4/5
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
I have learned the ability to proficiently use Microsoft excel, in which I can now calculate sq ft areas accurately. I have also developed the ability to analyse heads of terms by learning about surveying terms such as 'sub-lease', 'assignations' and partial 'surrender.' Additionally, I now understand how to measure both large commercial and industrial properties using a DiWalt laser distance measurer.
How would you rate the training provided during your experience?
4/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around industry-specific skills during the experience?
5/5
How would you rate the knowledge learned around personal or professional skills during the experience?
4/5
Please rate how the knowledge learned has helped you with regards to your career development
4/5
Company Culture
How would you rate business leader involvement during the insight
4/5
What was the company culture and general atmosphere like?
The company culture was heavily based around teamwork, however each staff member still held a great deal of responsibility for their specific division. Savills also emphasized the importance of diversity, and had a wide range of staff from different backgrounds and skills.
How would you rate the inclusiveness of the culture?
4/5
How would you rate the networking opportunities?
5/5
Please rate how valued you felt during your insight?
4/5
Overall Experience
To what extent did you enjoy the insight?
I largely enjoyed the insight as it gave me a realistic taste of the life of a commercial surveyor as I was lucky enough to attend interviews and be involved in development projects. I look forward to applying to the graduate schemes in the coming autumn for the following year.
Please rate your level of enjoyment on the insight
4/5
Please rate how your experience met your expectations
4/5
Were you paid or reimbursed adequately for this experience?
I was paid
Recommendations and Advice
Please rate the future employment prospects at Savills
5/5
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills
I would advise that applicants properly research recent property developments and have a real interest in the advantages of real estate. I would also suggest practicing an interview with friends or family prior to attending the Savills interview.
