Quantity Surveying apprentice

Bam Construct UK; Leeds; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Quantity Surveying apprentice to support project delivery and gain hands-on experience on multi-million-pound projects. The role includes assisting senior surveyors with contract management, cost monitoring, and ensuring safety standards are met. The apprenticeship offers a 5-year program leading to a Higher Apprenticeship and a full degree, along with practical workplace opportunities and block-release accommodation in Leeds.

Benefits

Paid block-release accommodation in Leeds

Travel expenses covered

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence required.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Strong number and logical skills.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery and learn from professionals.
• Gain hands-on experience on live projects.
• Assist in measurement, costing, financial reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Team working

Initiative

Education

5 GCSEs (grade 9-4, A-C)

A-level in STEM, BTEC or T-Level in Construction

Job description

Join us as a Quantity Surveying apprentice and from day one you will be working with an experienced team and will be able to make an instant contribution to a multi-million‑pound project.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of projects on site and learn from experienced professionals.
• Gain hands‑on experience and put your learning into practice.
• Overcome challenges on live projects and drive quality through effective planning.
• Be part of real construction projects and work closely with our skilled workforce.
• Apply your learning and knowledge in real world scenarios, manage contracts and monitor costs.
• Ensure any changes to cost and materials are recorded and support senior quantity surveyors and the site team.
• Work safely in line with company health and safety standards and maintain high environmental awareness.
• Assist in the implementation of appropriate construction solutions and negotiate with specialist contractors.
• Assist in measurement, costing, financial reporting, cash flow and cost forecasting, and the collection and storage of relevant data.

Qualifications

• Communication skills, IT skills, attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Problem solving, administrative and analytical skills, number and logical skills.
• Team working, initiative, non‑judgemental attitude and willingness to travel as required.
• Full UK driving licence.

Apprenticeship Programme

• 5‑year technical apprenticeship starts at Level 4; you will work towards a Higher Apprenticeship (Level 4) in Quantity Surveying and an HNC.
• After successful completion of the 2‑year Level 4 programme, you can progress to a 3‑year Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship, gain a full honours degree and work towards chartered membership of the CIOB.
• GCSE requirements: 5 × GCSEs (grade 9‑4, A‑C); English Language (grade 4 C or above); Maths (grade 5 B or above); A‑level in STEM, BTEC or T‑Level in Construction (grade Pass).
• University‑style experience while getting paid; block‑release accommodation in Leeds for 9 weeks a year (hotel accommodation provided and travel paid).

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and encourage diversity across race, colour, religion, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability and other characteristics in compliance with UK law.