Real Estate Graduate

Calling all future surveyors Are you studying surveying or recently graduated and ready to launch your career? This could be the opportunity you've been waiting for

Our Tarmac Land and Natural Resources team are recruiting a Real Estate Graduate to join our 2026 Cohort starting in September 2026. The Graduate Programme includes the opportunity to join our Land & Natural Resources team based out of our Quorn House Office.

What you'll be doing

It is important for us to ensure the land we own is managed responsibly, sustainably restored and maintained for the benefit of our business, local people, biodiversity and the communities in which we operate in. Working as a graduate in our Land and Natural Resources team will see you playing a key role in the future sustainability of our business.

As a Real Estate Graduate, you'll support the Estates team in managing and developing Tarmac's diverse property portfolio. Your role will involve:

• Assisting the Head of Estates and Estates Managers with land and mineral acquisition, development, and strategic estate management.
• Working within planning consents for mineral extraction and associated operations.
• Liaise with a range of stakeholders to support the achievement of land disposal targets, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Review the land development portfolio and work closely with Development Managers to identify and secure planning schemes that enhances value
• Review the land development portfolio and work with Development Managers to secure value adding planning schemes
• Supporting initiatives to enhance rental income and unlock development opportunities.
• Ensuring compliance with planning permissions, lease agreements, and tenure arrangements.
• Building a strong understanding of property ownership, landlord-tenant dynamics, and planning policy frameworks.
• Coordinating and reviewing planning applications, including interpreting specialist consultant reports.
• Engaging with key stakeholders such as local communities, statutory bodies, landlords, and planning authorities.
• Managing relationships with landlords and tenants to maintain positive and productive partnerships.
• Preparing and reviewing planning documentation, consultant reports, and written communications.
• Identifying opportunities to improve financial performance across the property portfolio.
• Supporting the development and use of Tarmac's Electronic Property Information System.
• Participating in the Graduate Core Skills Development Programme to broaden your business knowledge and professional network.

Your Development

As part of the graduate rotation programme, you'll gain hands-on experience across key areas of Land & Natural Resources (L&NR), including Asset Management, Strategic Planning, and Land Development. This structured rotation is designed to give you a well-rounded and practical foundation, helping you build the skills, insight, and confidence needed to launch a successful career in surveying. You'll also receive dedicated support as you work towards your RICS APC accreditation, guided by our Tarmac-led APC Forum.

During the two year graduate role, you will have the opportunity to rotate around the different charters within L&NR to ensure you build a broad experience across the disciplines. This will include a placement in Asset Management, Strategic Planning and Land Development.

As part of your graduate journey, you'll take part in our Core Skills Graduate Development Programme- a structured series of 9 modules delivered over two years. This programme is designed to build your business acumen, enhance your soft skills, and create valuable networking opportunities to support your transition into your destination role.

What we're looking for...

Essential

• Educated to Degree level in a RICS APC accredited degree
• Willing to work in different locations across UK and Ireland
• Full UK Manual Car Driving License

Desirable

• Problem Solving Skills
• A keen interest in a career within Land & Natural Resources; striving for a sustainable future
• Communication Skills and Competent written skills
• Customer focus understanding
• IT Skills
• Team player & able to work independently

Hybrid working available- giving you the flexibility to learn and contribute both on-site and remotely.

Ready to shape the future? Apply now and start your journey with Tarmac - where technology meets transformation

Why Choose Tarmac?

This is where talent meets opportunity- ignite your potential

At Tarmac, we believe in building more than just roads and infrastructure—we build careers. As the UK's largest construction materials company, we offer exciting early career opportunities that fit your lifestyle, whether you're on-site, in the office, or a mix of both. Join us to earn, learn, and grow while helping shape a more sustainable future. We're committed to your development and wellbeing, offering a supportive environment where you can thrive.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Exclusive discounts via the Tarmac Reward website
• Free and confidential support through our Employee Assistance helpline
• Inclusive employee communities, including REACH (Religious, Ethnic and Cultural Heritage), LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, and Female Voice
• Training and development tailored to your goals

We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is welcome and encouraged to apply.

Don't Miss Out

We may close applications early if we receive a high volume of candidates- so if this sounds like your kind of opportunity, get your application in ASAP

Real Estate Graduate LN&R.pdf

Tarmac Trading Limited

Salary

Competitive

Frequency

Annual

Job Reference

tarmac/TP/112/7289

Contract Type

Graduate

Closing Date

08 December, 2025

Job Category

Early Careers

Business Unit

Land & Natural Resources

Location

Loughborough, United Kingdom

Posted on

03 November, 2025