We have an exciting opportunity for a Higher Apprentice Quantity Surveyor to join our commercial team. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in the commercial side of the construction industry to develop knowledge, skills and experience while studying a relevant qualification and receiving guidance from experienced professionals.
Training course: Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Hours Working hours to be agreed with line manager. 40.0 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 31 August 2026
Duration: 2 Years
Positions available: 1
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 in preparing cost estimates and budgets for engineering projects, ensuring financial efficiency and accuracy
Support the measurement and valuation of works on-site and off-site, helping to monitor project progress and control costs
Where you’ll work
Southern House Lewes Road, Falmer Brighton BN1 9PY
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
SOUTHAMPTON SOLENT UNIVERSITY
Your training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Your training plan
You'll enrol onto the Level 4 Quantity Surveying Technician Apprenticeship, delivered in partnership with one of our college or training providers.
Over 2 years, you'll work towards a Level 4 Diploma in Quantity Surveying Practice, which provides a strong foundation for progression to a Degree Apprenticeship and professional accreditation with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES).
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
English (grade 4 and above)
Maths (grade 4 and above)
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
Organisation skills
Team working
Driving Licence
Other requirements
A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualification (e.g., BTEC, T-Level). A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel as the role is based across the Hampshire region.
About this company
At M Group Water, we help our clients safeguard the water supply, improve environmental performance and manage demand for future generations. We enhance and extend asset life, ensuring compliance with water quality and environmental standards. We’re problem solvers with over 140 years of combined experience in engineering and infrastructure.
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your life in and out of work, please visit our job advert for full details.
After this apprenticeship
As a Higher Apprentice, you will be recruited on a permanent contract. Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you’ll be well-positioned to progress onto a Degree Apprenticeship and eventually become a Chartered Quantity Surveyor, with a rewarding career path at M Group.