Trainee jobs in Derby

Build your future with Vaughandale Construction.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and motivated individual to join Vaughandale Construction as a Degree Apprentice Quantity Surveyor.

With over 35 years of success in the construction industry, we have a strong track record of developing apprentices into highly skilled construction professionals. Our commitment to investing in people means you'll receive hands-on support from our Directors, Senior Quantity Surveyors, Contracts Managers, and wider team throughout your apprenticeship journey.

Working across a diverse range of construction projects and sectors, you'll gain invaluable experience, develop practical skills, and build a strong foundation for a rewarding career in the industry.

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will support the commercial team with the successful delivery of live projects while developing your knowledge of quantity surveying, estimating, contract administration, and project delivery.

Earn While You Learn

This apprenticeship combines practical, real-world experience with university study, leading to a degree qualification through day-release learning.

From day one, you'll be paired with a dedicated mentor and supported by experienced colleagues who are committed to helping you succeed. You'll have excellent opportunities to learn, develop professionally, and build a long-term career within a supportive and inclusive environment.

What You'll Be Involved In

Under supervision and as your skills develop, you will have the opportunity to:

• Issue enquiries to subcontractors for live projects.
• Attend client meetings and represent Vaughandale professionally.
• Prepare and issue subcontract orders.
• Carry out site visits and record progress, including photographs and site information.
• Undertake on-site measurements and valuations.
• Assist with cost reconciliation and financial reporting.
• Support the preparation of variation and additional works costs.
• Issue enquiries for subcontract works during the tender process.
• Measure and take off quantities from drawings.
• Compare and evaluate subcontract quotations.
• Attend tender and pre-construction site visits.
• Assist in preparing estimates for small works and refurbishment projects.

What Are We Looking For?

To meet the university entry requirements for the degree apprenticeship, applicants will typically need:

• 5 GCSEs at Grade 4/C or above, including Maths and English.
• 2 A-Levels or an equivalent Level 3 qualification such as:
• T-Level
• BTEC National Certificate, Diploma or Extended Diploma
• Advanced Diploma
• Other relevant Level 3 BTEC qualifications may also be considered.
• Mature applicants may be considered with at least five years' relevant industry experience.

Why Join Vaughandale?

• Earn a salary while studying for a degree.
• Gain hands-on experience on a wide variety of construction projects.
• Learn from experienced construction professionals.
• Receive dedicated mentoring and structured support.
• Develop skills that provide a clear pathway to becoming a qualified Quantity Surveyor.
• Join a successful, family-oriented business that genuinely invests in its people.

If you're looking to start an exciting career in construction and want to combine university study with real industry experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Types: Apprenticeship, Full-time

Pay: £22,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• Will you be able to reliably commute to Mansfield, NG18 2HD for this job?

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person