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Do you have what it takes to join our

Land & Development

team?

At Bidwells, we are driven by our mission to provide the UK's most sustainable and innovative property advice. For over 185 years, we have been at the forefront of real estate and have expanded our influence from our Cambridge head office across the Golden Triangle and beyond.



In 2024, Bidwells became among the pioneering UK property consultancies to receive BCorp accreditation, reflecting our commitment to being a responsible, purpose-driven business.



Bidwells Land & Development team are searching for a motivated and ambitious Graduate Land & Development Surveyor who is looking to join our growing team at Milton Keynes in September 2026.



The Land & Development Team provides a comprehensive consultancy, buying and selling service for landowners and developers alike across the Eastern Region and beyond. The team offer clients specialist advice across all property sectors seeking to maximise property values.

What you'll be doing:

Carrying out research and valuations to develop lines of enquiry and identifying residential development land opportunities. Co-ordinating the collation and distribution of documentation for tenders and sales particulars. Undertaking marketing of single-build plots and small development sites whilst assisting the marketing and sale of larger sites. Drafting reports to advise clients on cooperation agreements, option agreements, conditional contracts and general planning advice. Carrying out viewings at development sites. Creating and maintaining a database of residential development opportunities, together with a database of comparable sales transactions. Preparing presentations to both landowners and developers, promoting Bidwells' services with the aim of winning planning and development work for the firm. Utilise and maintain contacts on our centralised system - HubSpot. Identifying and promoting opportunities for other Bidwells services associated with land development and in particular, securing New Homes instructions and work for other divisions. Maintaining APC diary and undertaking all necessary work in connection with the APC timetable and requirements. Providing administrative support to the team to ensure relevant paperwork and client files are kept up to date.

About You:

2:1 in a relevant degree within Estate Management or similar/equivalent, but applications from candidates with non-cognate degrees will also be considered. Passionate about Real Estate and Development. Awareness and understanding of issues affecting the economy. Strong IT skills, specifically with Microsoft packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote & Outlook. Good interpersonal communication, both verbal and written. Excellent attention to detail, along with being a flexible and adaptable team player. Enthusiasm and energy, as well as a 'can-do' attitude!

What You'll Achieve:

You'll have the opportunity to grow alongside us, and we're committed to supporting your progress every step of the way. We'll provide extensive assistance with the RICS APC, where our strong first-time pass rate speaks for itself.



You'll also join our two-year graduate development program, designed to enhance your personal effectiveness, commercial and financial acumen, and client delivery skills. This program will help you build a robust foundation for a successful career in the property sector, taking you beyond your current technical expertise.

Why Bidwells?

Joining Bidwells means becoming part of a supportive and collaborative team that values your growth and success. We're a different kind of business. Whilst we're a major player in the property sector, Bidwells remains a privately-owned, independent Partnership, with an inclusive, entrepreneurial culture.