Degree Apprentice Estimator

We're looking for a Degree Apprentice Estimator to join our Construction team based in Newcastle. You will be working towards a Level 6 apprenticeship in Quantity Surveying.  Within this role you can enjoy 26 days annual leave, 24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme, and even more https://jobs.kier.co.uk/benefits/

Construction comprises our Regional Building, Strategic Projects, Kier Places and KME. We operate across all regions– London & Southern, Western & Wales, Eastern & Midlands and North & Scotland.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on an apprenticeship. Whilst working towards a recognised qualification, you'll be able to put your learnings into practice in your day-to-day role, helping you progress within your chosen career. https://www.kier.co.uk/who-we-are/our-business-divisions/

Location: Newcastle

Hours: 40hrs per week 

Salary: £22,000 - with salary earning potential of £35k+ upon completion of the course! 

Start date: September 2026

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

How does a degree apprenticeship work? 

As a Degree Apprentice Estimator, you'll have the opportunity to gain practical experience whilst you study towards a BSc Quantity Surveyor with our university partner, Sheffield Hallam, all tuition and accommodation fees covered by us.  

Your day to day will include: 

• Assisting the Estimating team with analysing tender information, bills of quantities and quotations to estimate costs
• Supporting the Estimating team with tender estimates, cost plans and preliminary assessments
• Attending university during pre-determined block weeks to attend lectures and meet other students on your course

What are the benefits for you?

• Practical experience: gain valuable hands-on experience in your field.
• Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills.
• Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network.
• Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths.

To enrol onto your degree, you will need: 

• 5 GCSE at Grade 4 or above including Maths and English
• 2 A-Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications (T-Level, BTEC National Certificate / Diploma / Extended Diploma Or Advanced Diploma)
• Other Level 3 BTEC qualifications may also be considered

Rewards and benefits

We're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations we reserve the right to close adverts early.

Recruitment timeline for degree apprenticeship roles at Kier

February / March 2026: Initial applications

March / April 2026: Application reviews

April 2026 onwards: Interviews