Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship

Laing O'Rourke; Peene; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking motivated individuals for a Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship set to commence in September 2026. This role involves assisting with commercial functions and management within project sites across the UK. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 GCSEs including Maths and English, with strong numeracy and literacy skills. Flexibility to work away from home is a must, and applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy and literacy skills are essential.
• Flexibility to work away from home may be required.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the commercial function within project or office.
• Ensure project profit objectives and targets are met.
• Assist with the management and reporting of monthly costs.

Skills

Cash Management and optimisation

Risk Management

Project financial control

Communication

Education

4 GCSEs at C/4+ including Maths & English

Minimum of 96 UCAS points across 3 A Levels or equivalent

Job description

2026 QUANTITY SURVEYING APPRENTICESHIP

We're looking for bright and motivated individuals who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.

Role Overview

Assist with the commercial function within a project or office, with the provision of a commercial, contractual, and financial management service.

Whilst under supervision, to ensure project profit objectives and targets are met and cash and margin are managed to maximise performance, all in a manner consistent with the Group processes.

Key Deliverables and Accountabilities

• Assist with the commercial function core roles within project or office
• Implementation of company commercial practices
• Understand the basic commercial principles of the function
• Assist with the management and reporting of monthly costs
• Assist with the preparation and management of simple subcontracts
• Preparation and filing of records
• Assist with preparation of interim applications and final accounts from first principles
• Assist with valuing and pricing variations
• Communicating clearly and confidently to a professional standard
• Keep your manager fully advised of any issue/risk which has arisen or might arise, and which could affect the business/project

Technical Capabilities

• Foundation
• Front End skills
• Cash Management and optimisation
• Risk Management
• Project financial control, reporting and data management
• Change management
• Construction technology and environmental services
• Contract procedures
• Quantification and costing of construction works
• Negotiation and dispute resolution
• Related Capabilities
• Project Management - HSE - DfMA- Digital Engineering - Client & Stakeholder Management - People Management

Apprenticeship Level and Standard

Chartered surveyor (degree) Level 6 , 60 months

Apprenticeship Provider

Laing O'Rourke collaborates with trusted and approved training providers for our apprenticeship delivery. Successful candidates will be required to make an application to our preferred provider for the apprenticeship route you have chosen.

Locations

As a project-led business, the location of our work can vary depending on project needs. This role is a project centred requiring you to be prepared to work away from home at project sites across the UK.

Entry Requirements

• 4 GCSEs at C/4+, including Maths & English
• A minimum of 96 UCAS points across 3 A Levels or equivalent qualifications.
• Have strong numeracy and literacy skills
• Be flexible as you may be required to work away
• Be eligible to work in the UK. We cannot offer visa sponsorship

Our Application Process

• CV Submission: Submit your CV for review. We will assess your application against the entry criteria for the role you are applying for.
• Online Assessment: You will complete a series of assessments designed to understand how you approach workplace situations, your preferred ways of working, as well as exercises to evaluate your critical thinking and numerical reasoning skills.
• Video Interview: At this stage, you will be invited to record responses to two questions set by our hiring team. You will have sufficient time to prepare and ensure you present yourself confidently.
• Assessment Centre: Our in-person assessment centres, held at a LOR office, provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills through a combination of individual tasks, short interviews, and group activities. This is also a chance to experience our culture first‑hand.
• Outcome: We aim to provide feedback and communicate the outcome of your assessment centre within two weeks.

Application Deadline

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible, so you don't miss the opportunity to be considered.

Accessibility and Support

We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support to your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

The Professional Apprenticeship Programme will commence in September 2026