Degree Apprenticeship Quantity Surveyor

Location Warrington/Manchester

Proud to be celebrating our 86th consecutive year of nurturing & developing Apprentices at the heart of our business thinking, success and growth.

Would you like to work for a values-driven employer, earn as you learn in a friendly environment where gaining skills, teamwork and having fun are equally important? Then we have exactly the opportunity you've been looking for.

We are excited to open applications for our Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship program designed to nurture the next generation of talent. The role will be based either within our Health & Education or Housing teams in our Warrington office or on-site around Greater Manchester. We will provide you with the skills and personal development you need in an environment where you can thrive and achieve your potential to become a (Degree qualified) Quantity Surveying and Construction industry professional with expert knowledge.

You will initially work towards a Level 4 in Construction Quantity Surveying qualification progressing to a Level 6 Degree.

What to expect from the role

• Contractual and Financial - Managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of projects within a given budget including:
  • Supply of works
  • Goods
  • Materials
  • Risk avoidance
• Procurement - Assisting the selection of and negotiation with specialist contractors for a project
• Stakeholder Management - Developing and maintaining relationships with colleagues, subcontractors, and clients including supporting in client meetings
• Team Work - The role will give you the skills and abilities to not only be part of a team but to play an active role within a busy team whilst learning on the job from a team of established, experienced, friendly Quantity Surveying professionals.

Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship What's in it for you

• Rates of pay - £7.55 per hour (with annual increases)
• Potential salary earnings once qualified Circa £40k
• Working hours 37.5 per week (Monday to Friday) (inclusive of day release)
• Day release to attend college - Paid
• On-the-job training
• Accredited training leading to a qualification
• Personal skills development
• Apprentice Buddy Scheme
• Your own personal mentor

Not only can you expect to work with a great bunch of colleagues and learn a recognized career, but you will also receive 27 days annual leave & 8 bank holidays, the opportunity to progress to a fully funded degree qualification, and have access to professional support for your physical and mental wellbeing. You can choose from a selection of Highstreet and Lifestyle discounts and up to 8 hours of paid volunteering time per year!

What we're looking for

Ideally, you will have a GCSE in Maths and English (Grades A* to C/ 9 to 4), Level 3 NVQ/equivalent qualification, or A levels along with strong IT skills including Excel. However, more importantly, you will have a passion for learning, desire to work in a commercial role, great work ethic, and a real 'can-do' approach to everything you do. You will also need to hold a Full UK driving license. This role will require a DBS check.

Novus Property Solutions is a dynamic, award-winning property maintenance, refurbishment, compliance, and decarbonisation specialist with more than 700 colleagues in 19 locations across Great Britain, providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a social and environmentally responsible family-owned business with a rich 127-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients.

Joining Novus, you can look forward to a varied and rewarding future with a company that has been recognized as 'Employer of the Year' by Construction News and one that feels passionate that every part of its business should be a great place to work. 

Apply now and don’t miss this great opportunity to join Team Novus - Closing date 14th May 2025 or sooner should we have a high number of responses.

If you are successful progressing through the screening stage next steps will be:

• Telephone interviews to be held week commencing 28th April, 5th & 12th May
• Assessment Centre to be held week commencing 19th May
• Start date August 2025