Degree Apprentice

At Morgan Sindall Construction we encourage diversity of people and thought, and we embrace peoples’ differences. Everyone is unique and we value the different ideas, experiences, and perspectives that everyone brings to their work, their team and the wider business. We are committed to ensuring we create the very best place to work in the industry, and an environment where every person feels included and is treated equally, fairly and with respect. We actively promote an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their ‘whole self’ to work. It’s this approach we believe brings out the best in everyone and creates a fun, dynamic, innovative and rewarding environment. We are a Real Living Wage Employer and an Investors in People – Platinum company.

We are seeking an Estimator student for the Thames Valley business unit, Slough.

What will I be doing as a Degree Apprentice?

• Our Early Careers Development Programme can vary, depending on what step you join us at!
• Not only will we support you to obtain a professional qualification, but you will gain first‑class on‑the‑job experience in your role fully supported by line management and the wider network of skilled colleagues in the business.
• The Early Careers Development Programme allows you to start your career and earn while you learn!
• Working on one of our inspiring construction projects and helping preparation for the day.
• Learning about project costs and supporting future bids.
• Fully engaged across all stages of each project’s pre‑construction processes.
• Learning about the use of benchmarking and data analysis to constantly improve.
• Measuring and pricing all aspects of a building to create accurate Cost Plans & Estimates.
• Utilising advanced industry software to support your day‑to‑day work.
• Building relationships with our supply chain to ensure safety, health, environmental, and social value goals are achieved.

Benefits and Development

• Your salary will start in line with the national living wage for 2026.
• A benefit of our Early Careers Development Programme is continuous recognition over the 2‑4 years with salary progression of up to a maximum 5% every 6 months.
• You will also benefit from a Company Car or Car Allowance reflecting Morgan Sindall Benefit Grade 11.
• You will also be entitled to Private Health Care Cover with Life Assurance up to 4 times your basic salary.
• Upon completion of a recognised academic or professional qualification/membership, you may be entitled to a monetary award of £1,000.
• Additional benefits include Mental Wellbeing and Employee Support, People Portal for high street discounts, Holiday PLUS scheme, Long Service Awards, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays rising to 30 days after 8 years of service, Sharesave Plan, Incentive Scheme, Pension Scheme, Enhanced Family Leave, Flexible Working and more.

What You Will Need

• A Level BCC or BTEC National Diploma DDM or Access to HE qualifications with 24 Distinctions 21 Merits or Equivalent level 3 qualifications worth 64 UCAS points (may vary depending on FE/HE Establishment).
• Applicants must also hold 5 GCSEs A‑C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above).
• Full UK Driving Licence (or be working towards one).

Our degree is delivered by 1‑week block releases (4 in total per annum) from Nottingham Trent University. Accommodation and expenses are paid for by us. We have worked closely with the university to ensure our apprentices will be delivered an industry‑leading, quality degree apprenticeship.

Further Responsibilities

• Help us promote our thriving industry with your enthusiasm.
• Eagerness to develop with an ability to travel to our sites where your on‑the‑job learning will be.
• Become the key link between design and contractors on our projects, providing key commercial advice on costs and contracts.

Recruitment Process

• Apply online – Apply early as we recruit on a first‑come‑first‑serve basis; once all positions are full we close applications.
• Within your application you must identify the role and location you wish to be considered for.
• In‑person interview with the recruiting line manager who will be responsible for you during your Degree Apprentice time at Morgan Sindall.
• Successful applicants are notified.

Morgan Sindall is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.