Trainee Quantity Surveyor – Degree Apprenticeship (National)

Stepnell; Rugby; On-site; GBP 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional contractor is offering an exciting Trainee Quantity Surveying apprenticeship for ambitious students in Rugby, UK. This 5-year program includes hands-on experience in the construction industry, support from experienced professionals, and opportunities for career progression. The role involves estimating costs, managing budgets, and assisting in commercial delivery of projects. A competitive salary starts at £19,000, with training and development opportunities to further your career in construction.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Health and Safety certifications

Mentoring and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Motivation and enthusiasm for construction.
• Genuine interest in Quantity Surveying.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients to understand project needs.
• Estimate quantities, costs, and timescales.
• Prepare tender and contract documentation.
• Identify and manage commercial risks.
• Assign work to subcontractors.
• Value completed work and manage budgets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical ability

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

UCAS points for Degree Apprenticeship

Job description

Are you studying Quantity Surveying or interested in starting a degree apprenticeship in this field, and ready to gain real-world experience in the construction industry? Stepnell, a leading regional contractor delivering projects up to £30 million, is offering an exciting up to 5-yearTrainee Quantity Surveying apprenticeshipfor ambitious students.

You’ll join supportive regional teams, working alongside experienced professionals who will help you develop strong commercial skills and gain hands‑on experience on real construction projects. At Stepnell, we don’t just build projects – we build careers.

What You’ll Do

As a Trainee Quantity Surveyor, you’ll gain experience both in the office and on live construction sites across our regional teams. You’ll learn how to support the commercial delivery of construction projects through tasks such as:

• Liaising with clients to understand their project needs
• Estimating quantities, costs, and timescales for materials and labour
• Preparing tender and contract documentation
• Identifying, assessing, and managing commercial risks
• Assigning work to subcontractors
• Valuing completed work, managing budgets, and overseeing payments
• Ensuring projects meet legal, quality, and safety standards
• Providing clients with value‑for‑money commercial advice
• Preparing and submitting regular cost and budget reports
• Supporting work on‑site, in the office, or at client locations

What You’ll Learn

• Core commercial practices used on construction projects
• Cost planning, estimating, and budget management
• Procurement processes and contract administration
• How to assess and manage financial and commercial risks
• Practical application of your studies on live projects
• Understanding of building regulations and health & safety requirements

Who We’re Looking For

No previous experience is required – just motivation, enthusiasm, and a genuine interest in construction. You will need the required UCAS points to join the Degree Apprenticeship.

You should also have:

• Excellent attention to detail
• Analytical and problem‑solving ability
• Understanding of engineering or construction principles (advantageous but not essential)
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team
• Initiative and a positive, proactive attitude
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Respectful and professional behaviour
• Access to a vehicle and full UK driving licence (or a plan to achieve this)

Where You’ll Work

You’ll work from one of our regional teams: Eastleigh (South Coast), Bristol (South West), Rugby (Warwickshire/Northamptonshire), or Nottingham (East Midlands), supporting projects throughout the regional patch.

Why

At Stepnell, you’ll work on real projects with genuine responsibility, gaining hands‑on experience that truly matters. You’ll learn from experienced professionals who are committed to mentoring and supporting your development, with clear career progression opportunities from placement to graduate and eventually into management roles. As a supportive team, we’re dedicated to helping you thrive.

You’ll receive a competitive salary of £19,000, which increases year on year, 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, a contributory pension scheme, and access to valuable professional training, including your CSCS card and Health & Safety certifications.

Training & Development

• Degree Apprenticeship in Construction Quantity Surveying
• CSCS card
• Mentoring and on‑the‑job training from experienced commercial professionals
• Opportunities for further professional development and qualifications
• Trainee Quantity Surveyor
• Assistant Quantity Surveyor
• Quantity Surveyor
• Senior Quantity Surveyor
• Commercial Manager

Timeline for a Response – due to the expected high volume of applications, updates on the outcome of the initial screening will be provided within 8 weeks.

Closing Date: 31 January 2026

Early applications are encouraged.

Stepnell is where your career in construction begins. Apply now to gain experience, skills, and a head start in your professional journey.

Why Stepnell

At Stepnell, we’re passionate about empowering our people to thrive. We believe in building fulfilling and rewarding careers by investing in talent, nurturing growth, and inspiring innovation. With the prestigious Investors in People Gold accreditation, we’re proud to place our people at the heart of everything we do. Every team member is valued, and curiosity and collaboration are central to our team culture. We’re committed to enabling our people to make a real impact and drive meaningful change throughout our business.

To show our appreciation, we offer generous and competitive benefits including an enhanced pension scheme with a Stepnell contribution of 7% to help secure your financial future, annual leave that increases with service and the flexibility to purchase more, a market‑leading employee referral scheme, and for eligible roles comprehensive health coverage, adjustable start and finish times and a car allowance or company car.

Join us in a collaborative and inclusive environment where your well‑being is our priority, and your contributions are truly valued.

About Stepnell

As a family‑owned business with over 155 years of history, Stepnell is built on stability, trust, and long‑term thinking. We make decisions with the future in mind for our people, our clients, and our communities.

Our capabilities span construction, property development, energy solutions, joinery, and concrete repair, allowing us to offer integrated services that meet a wide range of client needs. Operating through seven regional offices in Rugby, Nottingham, Liverpool, Wantage, Bristol, Southampton, and Poolevand across three core business units, we maintain a strong local presence while delivering consistently high standards. Today, repeat clients account for 75% of our turnover a testament to our reliability and the quality of our relationships.