At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage site valuations, financial reconciliations, and engage with stakeholders in construction projects.
- Company: VIVO Defence Services, a leader in facilities management for the UK military.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company car, pension scheme, 25 days leave, and professional development.
- Other info: Flexible working options and commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Launch your Quantity Surveying career in a supportive and innovative environment.
- Qualifications: Post-A Level education, IT skills, and a willingness to study towards a Foundation Degree.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire, GB, SP4 8NR
Contract Type: Full Time
Who we are
VIVO provides facilities management and accommodation maintenance for the UK military and its partners. VIVO embodies both experience and innovation.
What we do
We put our Customers and Families First. They are the driving force behind everything we do. We drive forward improvements for them to ensure the service they receive, whether reactive repairs or a major project, is completed safely and on time. In order to achieve this, we have 4 core values: open, caring, agile and collaborative. These are at the heart of everything we do.
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Site-based at Brize Norton or Aldershot, with regular travel across SE/SW England
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, core hours 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM, with flexibility required for travel
Salary: £20,000 - £25,000 per year
What You’ll Be Doing
You will be primarily site-based at Brize Norton or Aldershot but will travel approximately one day a week to visit a selection of sites across the southeast and southwest regions. Your core tasks will include:
- Site valuations
- Financial reconciliations
- Managing payments to subcontractors
- Checking construction documents
- Attending meetings
- Engaging with stakeholders
- Assisting the Senior Commercial Manager
You’ll work remotely as part of a team, often lone working, and will take full responsibility for your own work. Throughout the role, you will develop a wide range of commercial skills and knowledge while studying towards a Foundation Degree in Quantity Surveying as part of your apprenticeship.
Who We’re Looking For
We welcome applicants aged 18 or over with a post‑A Level education or equivalent qualifications such as BTEC. Some work experience is preferred but does not have to be in construction. You should have proficient IT skills, especially in Excel, and hold a full UK driving license to support travel requirements. Security Clearance (SC) is mandatory due to the nature of the contracts involved. Most importantly, you must be willing to study towards a Foundation Degree in Quantity Surveying and eager to develop a successful career in the commercial construction sector.
Ready to Build Your Future with Us?
If you are ambitious, eager to learn, and ready to launch your Quantity Surveying career in an exciting, supportive environment, apply today!
Join a winning team delivering excellence and value to the UK’s Defence Accommodation sector.
We offer:
- Company car
- Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
- 25 Days annual leave
- Volunteer leave
- One paid professional subscription
- Life Assurance Policy
- Employee discount and reward schemes
VIVO Defence Services
The role you have applied for is with VIVO Defence Services, a joint venture between Serco and EQUANS. By applying for this role, please be aware that information contained within your CV may be shared between VIVO Defence Services, Serco and EQUANS during the recruitment process.
At VIVO, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. Therefore, we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working and operate a hybrid work structure in many of our business areas. We are proudly a Disability Confident Leader. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
Apprentice Quantity Surveyor | Brize Norton employer: Serco Canada Inc
VIVO Defence Services is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for aspiring Quantity Surveyors at Brize Norton. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will gain hands-on experience while pursuing a Foundation Degree in Quantity Surveying, all within a culture that values collaboration, agility, and care. Enjoy competitive benefits including a company car, generous leave, and a contributory pension scheme, making VIVO a fantastic place to launch your career in the commercial construction sector.
