Key Takeaways
- Apprenticeship role assisting in the administration and management of project costs and contracts.
- Earn while you learn with off-the-job training and support towards a Level 6 qualification.
- Requires 3 A Levels or equivalent (112 UCAS points) and a Level 4/C in English and Maths.
- Work on significant water sector projects with contracts valued up to c.£670m.
About the Role
The Degree Apprentice Quantity Surveyor will assist in the administration and management of costs and contracts for projects. This role involves all aspects of work from tender to final account, aiming to minimise costs and maximise value for money while meeting required standards and quality. You will work under the close direction and supervision of a senior quantity surveyor.
Apprenticeship Programme
Costain offers a range of apprenticeships (Level 2 to Level 6, 1-6 years duration) across various sectors including highways, rail, water, energy, and defence. The programme allows you to earn while you learn, gaining practical experience alongside off-the-job training. You will receive support from your line manager, the Costain Early Careers Team, and your training provider. You'll also have dedicated study time and opportunities to join the Graduate and Apprentice network (GRaAPs).
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare enquiries, analyse tenders, negotiate, and manage allocated accounts, orders, payments, final accounts, and close-outs.
- Assist in the preparation and agreement of applications for payment.
- Capture, manage, and communicate project changes and risks.
- Assist in preparing Project Control Reporting, including cost/value reports, budgets, and forecasts.
- Report contractual notices and correspondence requirements to Line Management.
- Assist with reporting on the Project Budget/Cost Report.
- Undertake record-keeping, including collating site records and preparing meeting packs and minutes.
- Carry out supply chain performance reviews.
- Contribute to Value management/value engineering.
- Understand the implications of health and safety regulations.
- Report health, safety, and environmental risks to the Contract Leader/Project Manager.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Essential
- Proactive in self-development and professional qualification.
- Understanding or experience of business systems, spreadsheet development, cost analysis, programme evaluation, compensation events, and/or variations assessment.
- Increasing knowledge of various contract forms and options.
- Experience or appreciation of risk management processes (schedule and cost) and Earned Value Management.
Desirable
- Experience or appreciation of company policies, procedures, and controls.
- Experience operating office management systems, including filing and document control.
- Assisting in drafting contractual correspondence.
Entry Requirements
- Has or is working towards 3 A Levels or equivalent BTEC Diplomas equating to 112 UCAS Tariff points.
- Has gained at least a Level 4/C in English and Mathematics.