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Graduate Building Surveyor Review

at CBRE Group

Graduate Scheme

Surveying

Mayfair

Review Submitted: June 2026

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 - Overview of the Role
5/5 - Experience & Company Culture
5/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at CBRE Group?

Very good, I felt very supported in my APC and able to flourish with extra curricular activities.

What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?

I enjoy the responsibility you get, as the largest real estate company in the world you get to work with big clients and advise them on technical aspects of their project/property

To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?

5/5

How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?

5/5
very good benefits package including healthcare and chance to travel.

How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?

5/5
the APC scheme is very supportive and will expose you to a lot of different experiences but it all builds towards your APC and future career, I am getting confident every day that I work.

How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?

5/5

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?

5/5
I was given a buddy and a mentor to help me through my first 6 months at CBRE. on top of this I was given a Supervisor and a Councillor to help me prepare for the APC documents and the APC documents.

How is your work-life balance?

5/5
Due to the nature of being a surveyor, I work in the office and away visiting sites, this balance of having my own time and working closely with my team enables me to have the independence but also support that enables me to work so well.

What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?

5/5
From supporting charities to having volunteer days and fitness challenges to raise money, CBRE has an excellent reputation for caring and maintaining a great work culture. it supports working from home if needed but as a grad I would recommend going in to the office as much as possible and taking all of the information as possible.

How would you rate CBRE Group initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?

5/5
we have several networks, from the womens network, proud network and the BaME network, promoting DEI and and fostering an inclusive atmosphere has been made clear to me at my short time at CBRE.

How would you rate CBRE Group CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?

5/5
I have rowed 50km in a fitness challenge to raise £30k for Alzheimer's , as well as taking part in sporting activities to raise money for Cancer Charities.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend CBRE Group to a friend?

Yes

Why?

The attitude towards knowledge, client satisfaction and cooperation is unmatched. your capabilities will definitely be utilised here.

How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?

5/5

When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to CBRE Group?

review news and podcasts to gain a better understanding of the real estate industry as a whole. also working on you're problem solving and leadership skills in helpful.
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