Apprentice Quantity Surveyor
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Company: KBS MARITIME LIMITED
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Location: Hampshire, Portsmouth, PO1 3LS
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £22,000.00 per year
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Sector: Construction and the built environment
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Ref: NAS-2000028779
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Application Deadline Date: 29/05/2026
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Start Date: 14/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: • Pattern: 1 day per week study release; 4 days per week practical training. • Duration: Typically, 5 years (part‑time day‑release model).
Brief Description
To assist in delivering effective commercial, cost and contract management while developing the academic, technical and behavioural competencies required to successfully complete the Degree Apprenticeship and progress towards professional chartership.
Training to be Provided
This role combines four days per week of practical workplace learning with one day per week of academic study at the University of Portsmouth on the BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying Degree Apprenticeship programme. The apprenticeship provides a structured pathway towards becoming a Chartered Surveyor (MRICS).
- Programme: Chartered Surveyor (Quantity Surveying) Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6), University of Portsmouth.
- Pattern: 1 day per week study release; 4 days per week practical training.
- Duration: Typically 5 years (part‑time day‑release model).
- Outcome: BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying + End‑Point Assessment (APC) leading towards MRICS.
Future Prospects
KBS Maritime welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and particularly encourages applications from service veterans and military spouses. Apprentices are supported through our Early Careers framework, safeguarding measures and dedicated mentoring.
Vacancy Detail
The Apprentice Quantity Surveyor will support the Commercial function in delivering cost, contract and commercial management across our infrastructure, asset management and services portfolio at Portsmouth Naval Base.
This role combines four days per week of practical workplace learning with one day per week of academic study at the University of Portsmouth on the BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying Degree Apprenticeship programme. The apprenticeship provides a structured pathway towards becoming a Chartered Surveyor (MRICS).
As part of delivering this role, you will be involved in:
Pre‑Contract Activities:
- Assisting with tender preparation including generation of pricing documents, estimating and schedule support.
- Supporting procurement activities, including evaluation of supplier submissions and compliance checks.
- Contract Administration & Commercial Support.
- Maintaining cost reports, forecasts, accruals and contract registers.
- Supporting contract administration, including payment processes and certification.
Change Control:
- Logging and reviewing supplier change notices.
- Supporting preparation and submission of Variation Orders and other Authority‑required documentation.
Risk, Value & Reporting:
- Supporting commercial risk assessments and value‑for‑money evaluations.
- Preparing clear and accurate reports for internal stakeholders and customer reviews.
Learning & Development Requirements:
- Completing all university modules, off‑the‑job learning hours and apprenticeship portfolio evidence.
- Applying learning directly to live projects, supported by a KBS workplace mentor and academic tutor.
Other Information
- Meets the University of Portsmouth entry criteria for the BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying Degree Apprenticeship (typically 112–120 UCAS points or equivalent).
- GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent).
- Right to work in the UK for the duration of the apprenticeship.
- This role requires:
- Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance prior to starting.
- Eligibility to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance due to work within Portsmouth Naval Base.