Apprentice Quantity Surveyor 2026 Solihull

Description Apprentice Quantity Surveyor 2026 Location : Solihull Become a part of the UKs top-rated construction and civil engineering apprenticeship programme. Recognised as the No.1 choice for apprentices by TheJobCrowd and winner of the Environmental and Ethical Awareness category. Our award-winning Trainee Development Programme offers hands‑on experience, technical skill development and academic qualifications. Join our team and kick‑start a rewarding full‑time career with fully funded academic support tailored to you. We are proud to be a platinum member of the 5% club member based on the quality of training and development of our earn‑as‑you‑learn opportunities. Will you complete a qualification during your apprenticeship? When you join us as an apprentice you will : Complete an apprenticeship qualification relevant to the role to suit your current education level. At the end of the programme you will gain a nationally recognised qualification in this field as well as learning the practical skills and hands‑on experience in a supportive environment. Join us on our Trainee Development Programme where you will be given the training and tools to develop your skills through a series of modules over an 18‑month period followed by a graduation event. We offer apprenticeships from a level 3 to a degree level apprenticeship fully funded by Galliford Try tailored to your current education level and course entry requirements. This role is available for a Summer 2026 start with the possibility of an earlier start date to suit yourself and the business. What could your day look like As an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor you will work closely with your line manager to assist in the commercial administration reporting and performance on a single large project or several smaller schemes. You will : Participate in creating a safe working environment. Use the latest Oracle software tools to support accurate reporting of costs and value to the business unit. Assist in the interpretation and critical evaluation of expenditure reports produced by internal cost systems. Be involved in the procurement of Subcontract partners including preparation of bid enquiry documentation and critical evaluation of bids. Draft Subcontract documentation. Apply the principles of Doing the right thing in maximising value and profit. Support the administration of subcontract works packages including interim assessments of the amount due and change management. Assist in the production and issue of commercial notices to both the Client and Subcontractors as required by the form of contract and the law. Assist in the management of change in accordance with the form of contract including the production and submission of Compensation Event Quotations and the maintenance of detailed schedules of value. Provide information to the Commercial team to assist in the production of monthly payment applications to the Client. Liaise with operational and engineering staff to maintain site records. Collate and calculate information required to assist the Commercial team in the production and maintenance of a detailed cost to complete including schedules of Subcontractor liabilities. As part of the apprenticeship programme you will be expected to work in and around the location advertised with the possibility for expanding travel to other projects and locations in the future. This may include staying away from home. Who are we As a leading construction company we aim to improve the UKs built environment and deliver lasting change in the communities we work in. Our purpose is to improve lives by building facilities and infrastructure support our teams growth promote best practices in our supply chain and care for the environment. At Galliford Try we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential emphasizing health safety and wellbeing through our Be Well programme which offers gym discounts and support for various wellbeing topics. Encouraged by our people‑orientated values we invite motivated and enthusiastic people to join us in making a meaningful difference. What do we offer A career path not just a job all our apprentices join us on a permanent contract 28 days holiday excluding bank holidays increasing with years of service with an option of utilising our holiday purchase scheme Private medical insurance Two paid volunteering days per year Agile working programme A range of benefit schemes including Save as You Earn share purchase scheme Employee Assistance Programme Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Pension scheme Cycle to Work scheme and discounts on your favourite brands and holidays What are we looking for We invite applications from those who are passionate about the industry who are leaving education and want to further their studies or those who havent yet found a route into construction. You will be willing to learn and get involved in key projects have the passion adaptability and a flexible approach to work along with good communication skills. We are here to support your learning and professional growth; we do not expect you to have any prior experience for this role. To qualify for the apprenticeship study requirements you must have eligibility to live and work in the UK without restriction and achieve the minimum entry requirements to enrol onto an apprenticeship course related to the role you are applying for. Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full‑time reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process. Whats next Step 1 : Apply for the role you’re interested in we cant wait to receive your application Step 2 : Applicants who pass an initial screening stage will be invited to an interview with the local team. While we work hard to keep you updated with your application every step of the way due to the high volume of applications and assessment centres taking place please be mindful that there may be a delay at some stages in the process. Please note : the closing date for applications is 30th November 2025. Please ensure you have applied before this date to be considered for the role. Dont meet every requirement of the role At Galliford Try we are committed to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every requirement of the role we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. As a Disability Confident employer we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long‑term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview. For more information on this role or to enquire about other Early Careers positions available please contact our Early Careers team on #LI-AE1 Key Skills Data Center Experience Google Docs Cost Management Construction Estimating Construction Experience Management Experience Land Surveying Microsoft Excel Team Management Auto Estimating Contracts Google Suite Employment Type : Full-Time Experience : years Vacancy : 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr