About the role
The role of Degree Apprentice Surveyor is to assist in administration and management of costs and contracts relating to projects. The role may involve all aspects of work from the initial tender to final account and close out, seeking to minimise the costs and enhance value for money whilst achieving the required standards and quality. This role will work under the close direction and supervision of a more senior quantity surveyor.
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About the project
Costain have won extensive work across the water sector to support the AMP 8 investment cycle. We have been appointed by Northumbrian Water to the Living Water Enterprise to help shape and deliver its strategic infrastructure upgrade programme with contracts valued up to c.£670m to Costain over 15 years.
Apprenticeship Programme
At Costain, we’ve got an exciting range of apprenticeships available—working on innovative projects across the UK in sectors like highways, rail, integrated transport, water, energy, and nuclear & defence. There’s truly something for everyone.
Our apprenticeships run from Level 2 to Level 6, with durations of 1 to 6 years. We’ll work with you to find the best route based on your current qualifications, skills, and preferred way of learning.
Being an apprentice means you’ll get the best of both worlds: earning while you learn. You’ll be gaining real experience day-to-day with your team, alongside off-the-job learning with your apprenticeship provider and other apprentices in similar roles.
Throughout your apprenticeship, you’ll be supported every step of the way—by your line manager and team, the Costain Early Careers Team, and your training provider (which could be a college, a university, or an independent training provider).
You’ll also have dedicated time to study with your provider. Your on-site work will be matched to the needs of the project, and it’s designed to ensure you’re building the technical skills and competencies you need to successfully complete your apprenticeship.
And to make it even better, we recommend joining our Graduate and Apprentice network (GRaAPs). It’s a great way to meet other Early Careers colleagues, learn about exciting projects and teams across Costain, and find support and inspiration for what you do next.
Many of our projects are delivered through joint ventures, too—so you’ll have the opportunity to meet even more apprentices and learn from partners, sharing skills and working practices along the way.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare enquiries, analyse tenders, negotiate, and manage allocated accounts including orders, payments & final accounts, and close outs in accordance with customer or company procedures.
- Assist in the preparation and agreement of applications for payment or the assessment & preparation of payment certificates.
- Play a key role in capturing, managing, and communicating change and risk on the project in accordance with the Contract.
- Assist in the preparation of the Project Control Reporting including project cost & value / EVA reports, budgets, and forecasts.
- Report to Line Management when contractual notices and correspondence with both customer and sub-contractors are required in accordance with the Contract.
- Assisting with the reporting of the Project Budget / Cost Report.
- Undertake record-keeping including but not limited to collating site records, the preparation of meeting packs, meeting invites, and taking meeting minutes.
- Carry out supply chain performance reviews on allocated packages.
- Contribute to Value management / value engineering
- Understanding the implications of health and safety regulations
- Ensure all health, safety and environmental risk situations are brought to the attention of Contract
Leader / Project Manager
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Essential
- Be proactive in self-development and professional qualification
- Will have understanding or experience of business systems, spreadsheet development, cost analysis, programme evaluation and development, compensation event and/or variations assessment and evaluation.
- Increasing knowledge of a variety of forms & options of contracts.
- Have experience or appreciation of the risk management process for both schedule and cost and the use of Earned Value Management.
Desirable
- Have experience or appreciation of company policies, procedures & controls, operating office management systems including filing systems and document control and distribution and assist in the drafting of contractual correspondence on behalf of the project and project manager.
Essential
- 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
Degree Apprentice Quantity Surveyor in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Costain
Costain is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that prioritises employee growth and development within the vibrant environment of London Heathrow. As a leader in smart infrastructure solutions, we provide our team with unique opportunities to engage in transformative projects that contribute to a sustainable future, while fostering strong relationships across diverse stakeholders. Our commitment to safety, inclusivity, and professional advancement makes us an attractive choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
