Apprentice Quantity Surveyor

Stonbury Limited; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water and environmental sustainability is seeking a motivated Apprentice Quantity Surveyor to join their Commercial Team. This role offers hands-on experience in a dynamic environment, with opportunities for training and development across various projects. The successful candidate will gain valuable skills working closely with stakeholders and contribute to projects in the potable water and wastewater sectors.

Benefits

24 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays

Healthcare cash scheme

Death in service benefit

Discounts on retail, gym access, and cinema tickets

6% company pension contribution

Benefex Platform with various voucher schemes

Qualifications

• Keen interest in construction, infrastructure, or the water/environment sector.
• Good understanding of Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Support the submission of tenders and assist with accounting processes.
• Carry out financial negotiations and site visits.
• Submit valuations and manage changes under NEC contracts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

IT systems knowledge

Education

GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English

Job description

Overview

Are you looking to start your career as a Quantity Surveyor?

We're seeking a motivated Apprentice Quantity Surveyor to join our Commercial Team. You will gain hands-on experience, receive training, and work on projects across the potable water, wastewater, and environmental sectors.

• £20k to £22k per annum
• Training and development opportunities

What you'll be doing

You will work alongside our Commercial Team and support the submission of tenders, assist with the company’s month-end accounting processes, and collaborate with our project delivery team and other departments. Your responsibilities will include:

• Carrying out thorough financial negotiations
• Forming close working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Undertaking site visits to understand the full scope of the works
• Working with the project delivery team to formulate a realistic budget for schemes to maximize revenue, profit, and reputation
• Agreeing and submitting monthly interim valuations and final accounts to ensure timely processing of client invoicing and payment applications
• Identifying, preparing, submitting, and agreeing early warning notices and compensation events under NEC contract to account for changes to original quotations

Who we’re looking for

We want to hear from individuals eager to learn and grow with us.

Essential:

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English
• Good working knowledge of IT systems (Excel, Word, etc.)
• A keen interest in construction, infrastructure, or the water/environment sector
• Strong attention to detail and communication skills
• Full UK driving licence

What we're offering

In return for your hard work, you will receive:

• £20k to £22k per annum
• Training and advancement opportunities
• 24 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays
• Healthcare cash scheme
• Death in service benefit
• Benefex Platform with voucher schemes throughout the year, including the Technology Scheme, Dental Plan, and Bike Scheme
• Discounts on retail, shopping, gym access, and cinema tickets
• 6% company pension contribution

Our vision is to be the best water and environment sustainability specialist.