Novus Property Solutions • Basingstoke, Hampshire

Degree Apprentice Quantity Surveyor

About this role

Degree Apprenticeship – Quantity Surveyor

Location

Basingstoke

At Novus Property Solutions, we are proud to be celebrating 89 years of developing apprentices, the foundation of our success and growth. We are now offering an exciting opportunity to join our Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship Programme, designed to develop the next generation of construction professionals.

This role is based within our North Team at our Workington office and provides a structured pathway to becoming a degree-qualified Quantity Surveyor, combining practical experience with academic learning in a supportive and friendly environment.

About the Programme

You will begin by working towards a Level 4 Construction Quantity Surveying qualification, with progression to a fully funded Level 6 Degree.

Throughout the programme, you’ll gain hands-on experience while building the technical and commercial skills needed to succeed in the construction industry.

What You’ll Be Doing

As part of the team, you will support the successful delivery of projects by learning and contributing to

Contractual & Financial Management

Assisting with managing project costs, budgets, and financial performance, including materials, goods, and subcontracted work

Procurement

Supporting the selection and negotiation of subcontractors and suppliers

Stakeholder Management

Building relationships with colleagues, clients, and subcontractors, including participation in meetings

Teamwork

Working closely with experienced Quantity Surveyors, gaining practical knowledge in a collaborative team environment

Technology

Learning how to use our Oneserve/Coins software to record and track completed works

What’s in it for You

Starting pay of £8.00 per hour (with annual increases)

Potential earnings of around £40,000 once qualified

37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (including day release)

Paid day release to attend college/university

Full on-the-job training

Accredited qualifications up to degree level

Personal skills development

Apprentice Buddy Scheme

Dedicated mentor support

Additional Benefits

27 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Fully funded degree qualification

Health and wellbeing support

High street and lifestyle discounts

Up to 8 hours paid volunteering time per year

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for motivated individuals who are eager to learn and develop in a commercial role within construction.

Ideally, you will have: GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade 4–9 / A*–C), A Levels or a Level 3 qualification (or equivalent), Basic IT skills, including Microsoft Excel

You will also

Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude

Be keen to learn and develop new skills

Have good communication and teamwork abilities

Hold a full UK driving licence

Please note

A DBS check will be required for this role.

Please note

This apprenticeship is not suitable for candidates who already hold (or are studying towards) a BA Hons in Quantity Surveying

About Us

Novus Property Solutions is an award-winning, family-owned business with over 129 years of experience, delivering property maintenance, refurbishment, retrofit and compliance services across Great Britain. With 700+ colleagues in 19 locations, we combine local expertise with national strength.

Joining Novus, you can look forward to a varied and rewarding future with a company that has been recognised as 'Employer of the Year' by Construction News and one that feels passionate that every part of its business should be a great place to work www.novussolutions.co.uk

Apply Now - Don’t miss this opportunity to build a successful career with Team Novus.

Application Deadline

Friday 29TH May 2026 (may close early)

Recruitment Process

Telephone interviews 19th May 2026- 29th May 2026

Assessment centre Thursday 11th June 2026 (Basingstoke)

Start date

August 2026

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