Level 6 Quantity Surveyor Apprenticeship Rail

Job title:

Level 6 Quantity Surveyor Apprenticeship Rail

Company

Morgan Sindall Group

Job description

Ref 77764 Vacancy title Level 6 Quantity Surveyor Apprenticeship Rail Function(s) Apprenticeship, Quantity Surveying Contract type Full time permanent Region N/A Location(s) London DescriptionWould you like to work for one of the most successful construction and infrastructure companies in the UK?Are you looking for the chance to gain a qualification whilst earning a wage?We have a fantastic opportunity to train as a Quantity Surveyor, gaining a nationally recognised degree level qualification.We deliver some of the UK’s most complex and critical infrastructure across six core sectors of highways, energy, water, nuclear, rail and aviation for public and private customers. Working on projects and long-term frameworks, we believe in connecting people, places and communities through innovative and responsible infrastructure.Our people are our business. Through their expertise, we harness innovative ideas and approaches that enable us to safely and responsibly design and deliver resilient infrastructure upon which we all rely. Morgan Sindall Infrastructure is part of Morgan Sindall Group plc, a leading UK construction and regeneration group with revenue of over £4.5 billion.About RailMillions of people rely on Britain’s rail network to take them safely and efficiently across the country every day. Morgan Sindall helps this happen by providing renewed and enhanced rail infrastructure with the minimum of passenger disruption.Our customers receive a multi-disciplined service covering electrification, power supply, tunnelling and a full range of civil engineering and building capabilities including structures, lineside infrastructure, and station enhancements. This is complemented by track and signalling works from our supply chain partners to provide a complete rail offering.Our expertise is focused not only on effective delivery of projects within a railway environment, but also on minimising disruption for railway users through the adoption of innovative working practices and techniques. These include ‘live launch’ bridge construction, in which we can install bridges while allowing railways beneath to remain operational.You will be given exposure to the below and much more

• Administration of contracts

• Producing construction forecasts for the works

• Producing applications for payment

• Producing and maintaining accurate records of works undertaken

• Establishing quantities from construction drawings

• Using the quality management and assurance systems available, manage, monitor and contribute contributing to the delivery and implementation of civil engineering projects to specification, budget and agreed targets, respecting the need for the security of data and information

• Communicating and liaising effectively with own project team, customers, internal or external stakeholders

• Work reliably and effectively independently and as a member of a team, taking responsibility for their own work

• Ensure compliance with equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) and ethical standards

Alongside the day-to-day role, you’ll attend college on block release to attend the Nottingham campus, accommodation and travel will be provided, to develop your technical knowledge and skills and learn from others in the industry.About the RoleA Quantity Surveyor is responsible is the financial linchpin of any construction and infrastructure job. You’ll become an expert at precisely costing projects from conception through completion, while ensuring each project meets all legal and quality requirements.As a Quantity Surveyor, you’ll be involved from the very start – consulting with the client and contractors on preliminary cost analysis. Once construction begins, you’ll monitor ongoing expenses, identify potential savings for the client, and produce regular progress reports.As a Trainee Quantity Surveyor will assist and support in the day-to-day financial control, reporting and commercial performance management of one or more projects from award up to final account.Helpful industry insight:What’s in it for you?This is a structured and well supported opportunity to launch or progress your career within construction and infrastructure. Your technical training will be combined with hands on, site-based experience, mentoring, and a range of personal development opportunities. On completion of the programme, you’ll be well positioned to take advantage of a range of career pathways within our fast-growing organisation.Alongside access to high quality training, below is a selection of benefits that are available to you at Morgan Sindall Infrastructure.

• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days

• Flexible and adaptable working

• Family friendly policies and work/life approach

• Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support

• Contributory pension scheme

• Annual bonus scheme

• Recognition scheme and long service awards

• Health Care Cash back plan

• Single private medical

• We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families, and more.

What are we looking for?We’re open to applications from individuals who are looking to build an exciting and impactful career, and to individuals from within the industry who are keen to progress to the next level. Either way, you’ll need:

• A positive, can-do attitude to work.

• Excellent customer service skills (a people person)

• Able to work as part of a team and independently

• Attend the block release to attend the Nottingham Campus

• Applicants for this course will also need to meet the standard BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management FT/SW entry qualifications:

Essential Criteria

• A Levels – BBB; or

• BTEC Extended Diploma – DDM; or

• 120 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications; and

• GCSEs – English and Maths grade C / 4

Desirable Criteria

• Understanding of engineering and construction principles

• Commercial awareness

• Proficiency with technology and surveying software

• Project management capabilities

The Finer detailApplication closing date – 2nd June 2025Expected start date –1st September 2025Degree Awarded: BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management.Level(s) of Study: UndergraduateStudy Start Date(s): January 2025Duration: Five years, plus additional 6-12 months for end point assessmentStudy Mode(s): Part-time / block release – this means you would have off-the-job training in ‘blocks’ of a week or more.Providing you with more opportunities, the course will require block release to attend the Nottingham campus, accommodation and travel will be provided.Location of apprenticeship – LondonWorking Hours – 37.5 hours per weekWorking week – Monday – FridaySalary – £12.91 per hourReasonable adjustments – we take inclusivity seriously and want to ensure you have the chance to perform at your best. Therefore, if you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments throughout the interview and presentation process (for example, due to a disability or long-term health condition), please contact us and we can discuss how best to support you.AI/Chat GPT – whilst we are happy with the use of Chat GPT or similar tools for research etc. please ensure that the content of your application is your own work. There are no right or wrong answers – we are keen to learn more about how you think and approach challenges. Please note, we will be exploring all answers using these tools ourselves.

Expected salary

£12.91 per hour

Location

London

Job date

Wed, 21 May 2025 03:33:43 GMT

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