Quantity Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship (Level 6) - UK (21845)

About Us 

Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. There’s more to Murphy.  

Quantity Surveying Degree Apprenticeship Programme 

Murphy are recruiting apprentice Quantity Surveyors with strong aspirations to build a career within the civil engineering & construction sector. With positions based in various locations across the UK, we are looking for highly driven individuals with a keen eye for detail and willingness to learn & develop in a fast-paced environment. 

Our degree apprenticeship programme offers you the chance to secure a university degree debt-free, whilst gaining invaluable on-the-job experience. Your tuition fees for this degree will be paid for by Murphy and you’ll also be earning a competitive apprenticeship salary.   

Working in this role you will learn how to manage all costs relating to construction and civil engineering projects, from the initial calculations to the final figures. You will learn how to optimise the cost of a project and enhance value for money, while still achieving the required standards and quality. Your responsibilities will increase throughout the duration of the apprenticeship programme as your skills and technical knowledge develop. You will be supported throughout by your assigned workplace mentor, in conjunction with your university apprenticeship tutor, to ensure you gain the right mix of skills and experience to successfully complete your apprenticeship. 

 

What qualification will I receive through the apprenticeship?  

As part of this apprenticeship, you will follow the Chartered Surveyor Degree Level 6 apprenticeship standard which takes 5.5 years to complete with one our partner universities. Apprentices will be required to complete a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited BSc/BSc(Honours).  

Where will I be based on the apprenticeship?  

We are recruiting for this apprenticeship across various projects across the UK. Due to the remote locations of some of our sites, applicants must be willing to travel as required. Due to the nature of our work and size of our sites, we may require you to have a full clean UK driving licence. 

What do I need to be considered for the apprenticeship? 

• GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- C / 4-9 (or equivalent) 

You must also have attained or have attained by September 25, one of the following: 

• 3 A Levels grade A*-C 


• BTEC Diploma or BTEC Extended Diploma in Civil Engineering or Construction and the built environment


• Level 3 advanced apprenticeship 


• T Level Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction


• You don’t need to have previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude! 


• Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, that we do not provide sponsorship. 

Above all, we need people who will adopt our values and strive to live them: 

• One Family, One Team, One Murphy  


• Always Deliver  


• Respect, Integrity & Accountability   


• Never Harm  


• Continually Improve  

What you’ll get in return 

• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development. 


• Murphy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, making Murphy a great place to work where we can all thrive. You can get involved in numerous events and even join our committee dedicated to continuously nurturing Murphy’s inclusive culture.  


• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays with the option to buy an additional 2 days holiday each year, holidays increase with length of service 


• Charity is at the heart of Murphy values; you will receive 2 days leave per year to donate your time to a charity of your choosing. Many teams choose to support a charity together to positively impact our communities.  


• Discretionary annual bonus and annual salary review 

• Above market rate contributory pension scheme 


• Life assurance, health screening and enhanced sick pay 


• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay and a maternity returners bonus 


• Extra weeks holiday for all employees getting married and a wedding bonus 


• Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations 


• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc 


• Access to Murphy Wellbeing: you will have access to a host of online tools, mental health trained colleagues, and if needs be external professional support because we understand that work and life offers challenges that sometimes need a little extra support.

Our Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process consists of three stages:

1. Application including a CV


2. Online interactive exercise


3. In-person assessment centre (which start from February 25)

It’s important to us that everybody has an equal chance to succeed, therefore if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, please feel free to get in touch at emergingtalent@murphygroup.co.uk.

Please note: Should we receive a high volume of suitable applications we may choose to close our opportunities early. Therefore, to avoid missing out, we do recommend you submit your application asap.