Quantity Surveyor Higher Apprentice

Heidelberg Materials; Penrith; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Volunteer day

Employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials invites applications for an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor role based in Penrith. You will be employed from day one and work toward a Level 6 Quantity Surveyor qualification, starting September 2027.

The apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in commercial contract management and mentorship across real projects. You’ll study part-time with a recognised training provider, linking learning directly to your role and helping you develop negotiation, cost control, and reporting

Qualifications

• Minimum 112 UCAS points and five GCSEs including maths, English and science.
• Full UK driving licence.
• British citizenship or UK settled status.

Responsibilities

• Contract Management: assist in negotiating terms for contracts and sub‑contracts with internal and external advisors.
• Financial Oversight: help set up financial controls, manage revenue and costs, and produce reports.
• Procurement & Subcontractor Engagement: support procurement and define responsibilities for subcontractors.
• Payment & Reporting: monitor payments and prepare payment certificates with accurate reporting.
• Health, Safety & Environment: learn and uphold HSE standards across projects.
• Professional Development: attend training sessions and complete apprenticeship programme.

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Excellent communicator

Flexible & proactive

Education

UCAS points 112+ and 5 GCSEs incl Maths English Science

Job description

Kickstart Your Career in Construction with Heidelberg Materials!

Quantity Surveyor Higher Apprentice Location: Penrith
Salary: £25,084

Earn While You Learn: Gain a Level 6 Quantity Surveyor Qualification

End Role of Apprenticeship: Quantity Surveyor

Start Date: September 2027

Training to become a Quantity surveyor

This apprenticeship offers a structured pathway to becoming a qualified Quantity Surveyor. You’ll gain hands‑on experience across all aspects of commercial contract management, supported by expert mentorship and formal training. From negotiating contracts to managing costs and payments, you’ll develop the technical and professional skills needed for a successful career in the construction industry.

Real Work, Real Experience

You’ll be employed from day one, working alongside experienced professionals on real projects that shape the built environment within our contract team. You’ll gain practical, hands‑on experience in Quantity Surveying.

Structured Learning

Alongside your job, you’ll study part‑time with a recognised training provider or university. Your learning is directly linked to your role, so you’ll see how theory applies in practice and vice versa.

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor, you’ll support the Commercial team in achieving its performance objectives. Your responsibilities will grow as you develop your knowledge, behaviours, and skills in key areas such as:

• Contract Management: Assist in the negotiation and agreement of terms and conditions for contracts and sub‑contracts, working with in‑house and external legal advisors.
• Financial Oversight: Help establish financial control systems for contract execution, manage revenue, costs, and cash collection, and produce commercial reports and forecasts.
• Procurement & Subcontractor Engagement: Support the procurement process and help define responsibilities and terms for subcontractors and suppliers.
• Payment & Reporting: Monitor customer payments, prepare subcontractor payment certificates, and ensure accurate financial reporting throughout the contract lifecycle.
• Health, Safety & Environment: Learn to monitor and uphold HSE standards across projects.
• Professional Development: Attend structured training sessions and complete your apprenticeship programme, building strong communication, problem‑solving, and teamwork skills.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: 112 + UCAS points, 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including Maths, English & Science
• Driving Licence: Full UK licence
• Skills: Self‑starter, team player, excellent communicator, flexible and proactive
• Status: British citizenship or UK settled status.

Why Join Us?

• Structured Learning & Mentorship: Benefit from a clear development plan and ongoing support from experienced professionals who are committed to helping you grow.
• Global Impact: Be part of a leading international company driving sustainable innovation in the construction industry.
• Hands‑On Experience: Gain practical, real‑world experience on major projects while learning from industry experts.
• Career Progression: Build a strong foundation for a long‑term career in commercial construction, with opportunities to advance within the business.
• Work‑Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays),
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing and Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

Advert end date: 21 December 2026