Higher & Degree Apprenticeship in Quantity Surveying- Newcastle
Barratt Redrow PLC
Gateshead, NE11 9SZ
Closes in 30 days (Friday 7 March)
Posted on 5 February 2025
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Summary
Are you ready to launch your career in the dynamic house-building industry? We’re excited to announce a unique opportunity in collaboration with Sheffield Hallam University, offering a bespoke Higher & Degree Apprenticeship designed for individuals from all backgrounds.
- Wage
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£23,500 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
Competitive Salary Competitive Bonus Scheme
- Training course
- Construction quantity surveyor (degree) (level 6)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday, shifts to be confirmed.
37 hours a week
- Possible start date
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Monday 1 September
- Duration
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5 years
- Positions available
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14
Work
As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work
- Assist the Quantity Surveyor in managing subcontractors, materials and goods
- Assist in the accurate costing and cost control for each aspect of site development
- Assist with the compilation of all departmental reports and attend meetings as required
- Provide administrative support for the team whilst maintaining relevant filing and database systems
- Continue to develop through reviews with your coach and mentor
Where you’ll work
Barratt House
The Watermark
Gateshead
NE11 9SZ
Training
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.
College or training organisation
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
Your training course
Construction quantity surveyor (degree) (level 6)
Equal to degree
Course contents
- Be able to apply and evaluate the principles for the avoidance of conflict and dispute resolution such as adjudication and arbitration between project stakeholders
- Be able to identify and manage risks of health, safety and welfare in line with legislation, hazards and safe systems of work
- Analyse costs and benefits of sustainability initiatives on a project
- Be able to advise on the legal aspects of a project and the most suitable form of contract to be used to ensure fairness and efficiency
- Be able to advise on the most suitable construction solutions that maximise value for clients and enhance the cost effectiveness of the project within the budget constraints
- Be able to advise on the appropriateness of various procurement routes and manage and report on the tendering and negotiation processes to select specialist contractors
- Advise on appropriate methods of measurement of completed works and issue documentation required for payment to specialist contractors and income from client
- Advise construction team and the client on strategies to control predicted expenditure in line with the budget
- Carry out risk assessments and implement strategies to mitigate risk
- Monitor, report and advise construction team on project cashflows and profitability. Evaluate and advise on financial implications of decisions during the construction phase
- Assess, interpret and report on progress and assist in the control of programmes during the construction phase
Your training plan
- Attend 4 x 1-week annual block teaching with Sheffield Hallam University for academic study
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Maths & English (grade 4-9)
A Level in:
- Any discipline (grade A-C)
BTEC in:
- Any discipline (grade Pass+)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Team working
Other requirements
We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. Whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time, switching careers, or seeking an alternative to traditional higher education, we encourage you to apply. We value enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and a commitment to excellence, regardless of your background.
About this company
We’ve been nationally recognised as a 5 star housebuilder since 2010 for supplying high-quality homes for all generations. That’s more than any other major housebuilder. It’s because we combine the brightest minds, the latest technology, and a genuine commitment to putting customers first. We want the best people in the industry to help us shape the future of building. We have tailored opportunities for apprentices, graduates, experienced professionals and ex-Armed Forces personnel to come and help us stay one step ahead, and build the homes that Britain needs. Barratt adopts a hybrid way of working which assumes that where roles allow, our office-based colleagues divide their time between working in the office, on our construction sites and sales offices, and working from home, as the role dictates. We recognise the many benefits that an effective hybrid working culture brings to both the Company and our colleagues. We are building an organisation where anyone with drive and talent can pursue the career they want. We are building a culture where anyone, regardless of gender, race, age, sexuality, disability, background or any other characteristic, can progress and be proud to work for us.
Company benefits
Private Medical Insurance - Single Cover Annual Health Assessment 26 days’ holiday (increase by 1 day for every 3 years’ continuous service up to 29 days) Choice of Flexible Benefits Enhanced Family Friendly Policies
After this apprenticeship
An exciting potential career path for an Apprentice in Quantity Surveying could be as:
- Commercial Director
- Head of Commercial
- Senior Quantity Surveyor/Estimator
- Quantity Surveyor/Estimator Manager
- Assistant Quantity Surveyor
- Trainee Assistant Quantity Surveyor
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
SHEFFIELD HALLAM UNIVERSITY
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000300883.
Apply now
Closes in 30 days (Friday 7 March)
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Company’s application instructions
1. Apply online followed by a video interview 2. Assessment centre Assessment centres will take place from April onwards and will include a short pre-prepared presentation and interview with a Director from your local office. 3. University application If successful at the video interview stage, you’ll complete a university application to check your eligibility against the entry criteria.