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Degree Apprenticeship Estimator

Novus Property Solutions Ltd • Stoke-on-Trent, England, United Kingdom • £7 / hour • 1m ago

Location Stoke on Trent

Proud to be celebrating our 86th consecutive year of nurturing & developing Apprentices the heart of our business thinking, success and growth.

Would you like to work for a values driven employer, earn as you learn in a friendly environment where gaining skills, teamwork and having fun are equally important? Then we have exactly the opportunity you've been looking for.

We are excited to open applications for our Estimating Apprenticeship programme designed to nurture the next generation of talent. The role will be based either within our Work Winning team, who focus on winning new projects for our business to deliver, the role is based in our Stoke on Trent Head office. We will provide you with the skills and personal development you need in an environment where you can thrive and achieve your potential to become a (Degree qualified) Estimator within the Construction sector and an industry professional with expert knowledge in your field.

You will initially work towards a Level 4 HNC in Construction Design and build qualification progressing to a Level 6 Degree within your field.

What to expect from the role

Contractual and Financial - Managing all aspects of the contractual and financial side of tenders, supporting the team prepare new bids and tenders, including;
- Supply of works
- Goods
- Materials.
- Risk avoidance
Procurement- Assisting the selection of and negotiation with specialist contractors for a project
Stakeholder Management Developing and maintaining relationships with Colleagues and Subcontractors
Team Work The role will give the skills and abilities to not only be part of a team but to play an active role within a busy team whilst learning on the job from a team of established, experienced, friendly Estimating professionals.

Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship Whats in it for you

Rates of pay - £7.55 per hour (with annual increases)
Potential salary earnings once qualified Circa £40k
Working hours 37.5 per week (Monday to Friday) (inclusive of day release)
Day release to attend college - Paid
On-the-job training
Accredited training leading to a qualification
Personal skills development
Apprentice Buddy Scheme
Your own personal mentor

Not only can you expect to work with a great bunch of colleagues and learn a recognised career, you will also receive 27 days annual leave & 8 bank holidays, the opportunity to progress to a fully funded degree qualification and have access to professional support for your physical and mental wellbeing, you can choose from a selection of Highstreet and Lifestyle discounts and up to 8 hours paid Volunteering time per year!

What were looking for

Ideally, you will have a GCSE in Maths and English (Grades A* to C/ 9 to 4), Level 3 NVQ/equivalent qualification or A levels along with strong IT skills including Excel however, more importantly, you will have a passion for learning, desire to work in a commercial role, great work ethic and a real can-do approach to everything you do. You will also need to hold a Full UK driving licence

Novus Property Solutionsis a dynamic, award-winning property maintenance, refurbishment, compliance, and decarbonisation specialist with more than 700 colleagues in 19 locations across Great Britain, providing a combination of local knowledge and national strength. We are a social and environmentally responsible family-owned business with a rich 127-year heritage, delivering a range of bespoke services and solutions to a wide variety of clients.

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 and dont miss this great opportunity to join Team Novus - Closing date 06th June 2025 or sooner should we have a high number of responses.

If you are successful progressing through the screening stage next steps will be:-