Graduate Apprenticeship 2026 – Construction and the Built Environment (Quantity Surveyor) (Central Belt Scotland)

Glasgow - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Together we are Trusted to Serve Scotland.

Ready to own your futureWhy choose between work and study when you can have both With our Graduate Apprenticeshipsyoullget hands-on experience a salary and a degree-all at once. Work full-time in a real role while studying towards your qualification.Itsthe best of both worlds.

Join us as aConstruction and the Built Environment (Quantity Surveyor)Graduate Apprentice and in 4 years timeyoullbe graduating with a BSc (Hons)andfouryears of work experience under your belt.Itsan incredible way to start your career.

Youlljoin ourCommercial teamfromAugust 2026 whereyoullplay a vital role in supporting both essential infrastructure projects and pioneering sustainability efforts at Scottish Water.

What doesaConstruction and the Built Environment (Quantity Surveyor)Graduate Apprentice do

Working with the guidance of our Commercial Managersyoulllearn how to manage all costs relating to building and civil engineering projects from theinitialcalculations to the final accounts.

Over timeyoulldevelop technical legal analytical and evaluation skills in contractual frameworks costing a project and enhancing value for money while still achieving the required client expectations standards and quality.

Youllwork alongside experienced industry professionals applying what you learn at university directly to real-world challenges.

By the end of your apprenticeshipyoullhave a degree four years of practical experience and the technicalexpertiseto launch a successful career inquantity surveying.

Yourjourney withus

Graduate Apprenticeships offer the incredible opportunity to combine an academic degree qualification at a Scottish University with up to four years of hands-on work experience. Our Graduate Apprentices split their time betweenuniversitycampusvirtuallearningandour officeslearning to apply their knowledge and skills in real time.

Over four yearsyoullreceive dedicated training to become a fully qualifiedQuantity Surveyor gaining the skills and confidence to make a real impact.We also encourageyou tocontinue tokeepdeveloping your skills as you worktowardsprofessional competence.

This is your chance to earn as you learn working with industry-leading teams to help deliver services that are essential to the daily lives of the people of Scotland.

Whatsin it for you

Youllbe challenged and given the opportunity to grow.Werecommitted to helping you unlock your full potential with top-notch training ongoing support and a significant investment in your personal and professional development.

Earn while you learn.Youllstart on26120 with clear scheduled pay increases as you reach key milestones as you work towards your degree. As you apply your learning directly to your role your studies will gain real-world relevance and impact.Youllalso be eligible for an annual bonus and a great pension scheme.

Qualification.Youllearn aConstruction andBuiltEnvironment(QuantitySurveying)BSc (Hons)degree.

Real-world experience.Skip the theory and dive straight into dynamic hands-on projects.Youllbuild practical experience that not only enhances your learning but also accelerates your career.

Unmatched support.Youllhave a dedicated team of mentors at your side guiding you through every step of the journey and ensuring you have everything you need to succeed.

Career growth.Upon completing the programmeyoullbe well-positioned to secure a permanent role with both a degree and invaluable hands-on experience in your field.

Make a difference.Youllbe providing a vital service to Scotland and your local community helping to protect the natural environment and make a positive impact.

And the best partYoullbe part of a supportive close-knit team thattruly caresabout your success - and who make every day at work enjoyable and rewarding.

Whatyoullneed

Construction and the Built Environment (Quantity Surveying) is a challenging specialism andyoullbe studying at undergraduate level. Soitsimportant that you meet the universitys entry requirements:

A minimum of four Highers. With at least two Highers at grade B or higher.

Various grade combinations from Highers and Advanced Highers will be considered.

Nat 5 English and Mathematics are essential at; Higher English and Mathematics are preferred.

We will also accept relevant Foundation Apprenticeships which will treated as equivalent to one SQA Higher at Band B.

You will need to be fully committed to gaining your degree. Some of your learning will happen on campus. Some of it will happen at work. Both are equally important.

Butitsnot all about qualifications.Itsalso about mindset. While your full-time student friends might occasionally decide to have a lie in and skip an early morning lecture after a night out thatwontbean optionfor you.

A driving licence would be usefulbut we know that lessons and tests are expensive. If youhaventhad the chance to pass your test we can provide support to help you get your licence during your first year with us.

And to qualify for Graduate Apprenticeship fundingyou will need tohave the right to live and work in the UK lived in the UK for three years andbe living in Scotlandas a resident at the start of your course.

In terms of requirementsThatsit.

Butheresthe thing: We get thousands of applications for our apprentice roles each year. What makes the best candidates stand out

Here are a few things we love to see:

CVs that tell us more than what qualifications you have gained. Show us what you love. What are your aspirations

Cover letters that tell us whyyoureinterested in Scottish Water (and in this role particularly). We recommend including cover letters in the same document as your CV.

Anote towomenconsidering anapprenticeship

Wereproud to see more women joining our apprenticeship programmes every yearbuttheresstill work to do. Women are underrepresented in some of these roles andwerecommitted to changing that.

Ifyourereading this and wondering if an apprenticeship is right for youheresthe answer: it is.

Apprenticeships are for anyone with curiosity drive and a willingness to learn. If that sounds like youwedlove to see you apply.

At Scottish Wateryoullfind a supportive network of women and menwhovegot your back. Whetheryoureout in the field in the lab or in the officeyoullbe part of a teamthatshere to help you grow succeed and feel like you belong - because you do.

The not-so-small print

Wereaccepting applications untilmidnight on Sunday22 March2026.

There will be some fun (no honestly!) online assessment activityinApril. Interviews will happen during Mayand June. Andwereaiming to get all our new apprentices startedin August.

For more information on our apprentice programmes and applications please visit our website: anyadditionalqueriesregardingyour application feel free to contact us at

A few final things worth knowing

Research shows that some people avoid applying for jobs unless they can meet every single criteria. If youre interested in this job but dont tick all the boxes apply anyway! We hardly ever hire people who can do every part of a job from Day One. Everyone has a learning curve. So dont rule yourself out!

Let us know if there are any changes we can make to our recruitment process to help you perform at your best. Lots of our people have disabilities or neurodiverse conditions (including some of our recruiters!). Were also aware that some people might be experiencing temporary challenges because of life events like menopause. Were very used to making adjustments so please dont be afraid to ask.

As part of our commitment to developing a flourishing Scotland its important that all our employees are Scottish taxpayers. If you join us your home address will need to be in Scotland. If you dont already live here youll need to commit to moving here within your first three months.

Please note Scottish Water takes the safety health and wellbeing of our employees colleagues and customers very seriously and as such you may be subject to Drug & Alcohol testing in line with our policy.

Finally (finally!) candidates who havent submitted an application in the last 12 months will have their records removed from our recruitment database. You wont need to do anything. Your data will be automatically deleted.

Were here to help. Ask us anything at

Together we are Trusted to Serve Scotland.Ready to own your futureWhy choose between work and study when you can have both With our Graduate Apprenticeshipsyoullget hands-on experience a salary and a degree-all at once. Work full-time in a real role while studying towards your qualification.Itsthe b...