How to become an estates officer
You can get into this job through:
- a university course
- an apprenticeship
- applying directly
University
You can do a foundation degree, higher national diploma or degree in a subject like:
- building services engineering
- surveying
- construction management
- facilities management
You could do a qualification by distance learning through the University College of Estate Management.
You can also complete courses full time or part time. Flexible study may be an option if you're already working in the industry.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 1 or 2 A levels, or equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma
- 2 to 3 A levels, or equivalent, for a degree
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Apprenticeship
You may be able to take an advanced apprenticeship as a facilities supervisor or a higher apprenticeship as a facilities manager. You could do this while working in an estates office.
It will usually take 18 to 24 months to complete.
Entry requirements
You'll usually need:
- 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), or equivalent, including English and maths, for an advanced apprenticeship
- 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or equivalent, for a higher or degree apprenticeship
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Direct Application
You could apply directly if you've got experience and qualifications in a related career like property management, building health and safety or surveying.
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Career tips
This job can vary depending on where you work. As an example, working in local authority or NHS buildings may be different to working in a charity, with a conservation group or on heritage sites.
Further information
You can find out more about training and working in estate management through the Chartered Institute of Building and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.