Trainee Quantity Surveyor Apprentice

Cognisant Construction Ltd is a Cambridge-based main contractor delivering construction projects, including residential developments. Working closely with clients, consultants, subcontractors and suppliers, the business manages projects through procurement and construction to completion. Our commercial team is responsible for securing subcontract packages, managing costs and variations, assessing payments and maintaining commercial control across live projects.

Monday to Friday – 9am - 5:30pm 40 hours a week2 years 6 monthsCommunication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Number skills, Reliable, Microsoft Office

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

A Level in:

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Number skills
• Reliable
• Microsoft Office

Other requirements

Full UK Driving License or ability to travel to project sites.

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Number skills, Reliable, Microsoft Office

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

This role offers a route into a long-term career in quantity surveying with a main contractor. As knowledge and experience grow, the successful candidate could progress from Trainee Quantity Surveyor to Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Quantity Surveyor and, in time, more senior commercial roles. Support towards a relevant degree and professional qualification will be discussed as part of the apprenticeship arrangement.