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Quantity Surveyor Higher Apprentice

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Quantity Surveyor Higher Apprentice
Location: Chipping Sodbury
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:
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- 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


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Application and Process
- Submit your application: Simply apply direct
- Pre-recorded interview: Complete a short online video interview
- Interview and insight day: Attend a short visit to site and a face-to-face interview, and prepare a 10-minute presentation
- Online assessment: If your application meets the initial criteria, you will be asked to complete an online assessment to test your numerical, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
Ready to Build Your Future?
Apply now and take the first step toward becoming a qualified Quantity Surveyor with Heidelberg Materials.
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