Summary
Are you ready to launch your career in the dynamic house-building industry? We’re excited to announce a unique opportunity in collaboration with Sheffield Hallam University, offering a bespoke Higher & Degree Apprenticeship designed for individuals from all backgrounds.
Wage
£26,227 a year
Training course
Construction quantity surveyor (degree) (level 6)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 09:00 - 17:30.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date
Tuesday 1 September 2026
Duration
5 years
Positions available
12
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work:
* Assist the Quantity Surveyor in managing subcontractors, materials and goods
* Assist in the accurate costing and cost control for each aspect of site development
* Assist with the compilation of all departmental reports and attend meetings as required
* Provide administrative support for the team whilst maintaining relevant filing and database systems
Where you'll work
You can select which locations you want to apply for in your application on Find an apprenticeship.
This apprenticeship is available in these locations:
* 3 Sylvan Way, Laindon, Basildon, SS15 6TU
* Oak House, Village Way, Tongwynlais, Cardiff, CF15 7NE
* The Guildway, Old Portsmouth Road, Artington, Guildford, GU3 1LR
* Barratt Homes Kent, Weald House, 88 Main Street, Sundridge, Kent, TN14 6ER
* Aurora House, Part 3rd Floor, 71-75 Uxbridge Road, Ealing, London, W5 5SL
* Lakeside 300, Old Chapel Way, Broadland Business Park, Norwich, NR7 0WG
* Tollbar Way, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 2UH
* Barratt Homes North Thames, David Wilson Homes North Thames, Wellstones House, Watford, WD17 2AF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Training course
Construction quantity surveyor (degree) (level 6)
What you'll learn
Course contents
* Be able to apply and evaluate the principles for the avoidance of conflict and dispute resolution such as adjudication and arbitration between project stakeholders
* Be able to identify and manage risks of health, safety and welfare in line with legislation, hazards and safe systems of work
* Analyse costs and benefits of sustainability initiatives on a project
* Be able to advise on the legal aspects of a project and the most suitable form of contract to be used to ensure fairness and efficiency
* Be able to advise on the most suitable construction solutions that maximise value for clients and enhance the cost effectiveness of the project within the budget constraints
* Be able to advise on the appropriateness of various procurement routes and manage and report on the tendering and negotiation processes to select specialist contractors
* Advise on appropriate methods of measurement of completed works and issue documentation required for payment to specialist contractors and income from client
* Advise construction team and the client on strategies to control predicted expenditure in line with the budget
* Carry out risk assessments and implement strategies to mitigate risk
* Monitor, report and advise construction team on project cashflows and profitability. Evaluate and advise on financial implications of decisions during the construction phase
* Assess, interpret and report on progress and assist in the control of programmes during the construction phase
Training schedule
* Construction Quantity Surveyor (degree) - Level 6
* Attend 4 x 1-week annual block teaching with Sheffield Hallam University for academic study
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Maths & English (grade 4-9)
A Level in:
Any discipline (grade A-C)
BTEC in:
Any discipline (grade Pass+)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
* Communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Logical
* Team working