Apprentice Quantity Surveyor

Arcadis; Warrington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and consultancy firm in Warrington is seeking an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor. This role involves supporting cost, commercial, and transformational consultancy projects. Candidates should have at least 5 GCSEs including Maths and English, as well as 3 A-Levels or equivalent. The apprenticeship offers structured training and opportunities to work on meaningful projects. Don't miss out on this chance to jumpstart your career in the built environment.

Benefits

Structured on-the-job training

Funding and support for relevant accreditations

Mentoring by skilled professionals

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 GCSE qualifications, including Maths and English.
• 3 A-Levels or equivalent at BCC minimum.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills and technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Support clients with cost estimation and project planning.
• Monitor budgets and costs throughout the project lifecycle.
• Advise on project finances and contractual relationships.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Creativity

Resilience

Education

5 GCSEs at grade 4–9 including Maths and English

3 A-Levels at BCC minimum or BTEC Diploma at DMM minimum

Job description

Archive description: Apprentice Quantity Surveyor role at Arcadis, based in Warrington, England, United Kingdom.

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Application Closing Date: 9th January 2026 - Apply early.

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. With over 36,000 people in more than 70 countries, we are dedicated to improving quality of life and solving complex challenges together.

Role description

Our Apprenticeship programme offers an exciting opportunity to jump straight into the professional world and earn a living while studying for professional qualifications. As an Apprentice you will play an active part in driving your career development and be exposed to a variety of projects across the business. You will be supported by your line manager to develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed to meet your apprenticeship and work toward accreditation or chartership where applicable. You’ll join a supportive Early Careers community and work alongside skilled professionals. Benefits include structured on‑the‑job training, mentoring, funding and support for relevant accreditations, and assistance to develop and succeed.

Role accountabilities

Our Cost Consultants support cost, commercial, and transformational consultancy projects. Cost consultancy involves advising on and managing the cost of construction and property projects from the beginning of the project lifecycle to influence and drive decision‑making. You will support clients with cost estimation, project planning, procurement, and cost management; and advise on project finances and contractual relationships. You will monitor budgets and costs throughout the project lifecycle, keeping the client and project team informed.

Apprenticeship details

• England: BSc Chartered Surveyor Degree through agreed training providers (University of Salford, London South Bank University, Birmingham City University).
• Scotland: BSc Graduate Apprenticeship Construction and Built Environment (Quantity Surveying) through agreed training provider Heriot Watt University.

Qualifications & Experience

• England: Minimum of 5 GCSE qualifications, grade 4–9, including Maths and English; 3 A‑Levels or equivalent at BCC minimum, or BTEC National Diploma at DMM minimum.
• Scotland: Minimum SQA Highers at ABBB or equivalent, or A‑Levels at ABC or BBB.
• UK/EU/EAA resident for at least three years prior to starting the course and right to work in the UK.
• 18 years old (Level 6) and have left full‑time education when the apprenticeship starts.
• Demonstrate typical Arcadian skills: resilience, creativity, analytical thinking, and teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to use technical knowledge to influence and consult stakeholders.
• Willing to travel and stay away from home when required (virtual working is embraced where possible).

Why Arcadis?

Arcadis empowers everyone to be their best and believes that everyone’s contribution matters. We pioneer a skills‑based approach, allowing you to harness your experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize impact. You’ll do meaningful work, delivering sustainable solutions for a prosperous planet, making your mark on your career, colleagues, clients, life, and the world.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We take equality and inclusion seriously, holding ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all. We believe diverse people with different experiences generate the most innovative ideas. Equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of how we improve quality of life. We work closely with our people across six ED&I Workstreams: Age, Disability, Faith, Gender, LGBT+, and Race.

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