Cost Consultancy (Quantity Surveying) – Health – Consult – Leeds
- Company: Mace
- Location: Leeds
- Closing Date: 26-12-2024
Programme Length
4 Years
Apprenticeship Level
Level 6
Year Group
Year 12 / Year 13
Description
About MACE
At Mace, we are global consultants in programme and project delivery, and construction experts. We help lead the way to a more connected, resilient, and sustainable future. Through our two business ‘engines’ – Consult and Construct – we bring to life iconic skyscrapers, state-of-the-art data centres, life science facilities, social infrastructure, and regeneration projects that support communities across the world.
The opportunity
Start date: Early September 2025
Location: Leeds
Sector: Health
Engine: Consult
Apprenticeship: L6 Chartered Surveyor (Quantity Surveying)
The development of healthcare facilities count among some of the most complex construction projects in the world. Whether public or private sector, primary care or acute, facilities need to work equally well for patients and those delivering their care. The healthcare sector is more complex and facing greater public scrutiny than ever before, as patients, government, and funding bodies demand more with less resources available. At a time when you are managing a complex and diverse range of stakeholders, budgetary pressures and resource constraints, our teams will work with you to ensure project success.
In our Consult engine, you’ll be part of a global think tank where innovation and sustainability take the lead. We collaborate closely with clients to understand their individual challenges, lending new ideas and fresh thinking to make strategic decisions and shape project directions. We will follow our clients where they work, often sharing their locations. Whilst we visit projects and sites, Consult is more about delivery of creative solutions than hardhats. If on-site action speaks to you more, our Construct engine might be your scene – check out the hands-on roles we have there, where you’ll be turning plans into reality on the ground.
What you’ll do
In Cost Consultancy (Quantity Surveying), you will play a key role in supporting with providing cost management services from inception to completion for ongoing and new commissions. Some of your main responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with feasibility studies, procurement strategies and contract selection, assisting in the production of procurement reports
- Learning how to apply the value management techniques at the outset of a project
- Knowledge of, and guidance in, estimating and cost planning activities
- Supporting the procurement process, helping to ensure all stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection, and contract preparation are performed effectively
- Assisting with the preparation of the contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses
- Learning how to measure and provide valuations of the work carried out and adjusting variations in accordance with the terms of the contract and agreement with the contractor
- Assisting with cost control and reporting services during the contract
- Assisting with identifying costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges
- Participating in the evaluation of claims for delay and additional costs made by the contractor and any nominated subcontractors/suppliers
- Supports with the issue of ‘Certificate of Making Good Defects’ and final completion in accordance with any requirements relating to completion, submissions and approvals
You will also work towards completing a five-year L6 Chartered Surveyor (Quantity Surveying) apprenticeship, where you’ll achieve a BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying degree. We will also support you in gaining professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).
Our four-year programme offers structured on-the-job training and real responsibility from day one. You’ll work alongside experienced professionals, receive ongoing support from skilled mentors, and gain exposure to various areas of our business. The programme is designed to develop your skills and knowledge, providing you with the resources, guidance, and opportunities needed to grow and excel in your role.
As well as benefiting from our formal development programme, we offer:
- A permanent role from the moment you join
- Taxable travel allowance to cover expenses between your home, workplace, and place of study (apprentices only)
- Fully funded professional membership of an association relevant to your role
- 22 days annual leave + bank holidays + 2 further ‘Mace Days’ off + 3 extra days over Christmas, with the option to purchase additional annual leave
- One volunteering day a year
- Pension scheme (with up to 7% matched funding from Mace)
- Life assurance
- Private medical insurance cover
- Annual health assessment
- Season ticket loan
- Cycle to work scheme
- Green car scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- 24/7 access to health and wellbeing experts via our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Discounts and savings portal for hundreds of retailers, gyms, cafés, restaurants, and cinemas
- A range of other flexible benefits
About you
- A minimum of 96 UCAS points
- 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications)
Given the nature of our work, flexibility is key. Our projects and clients are based in various locations, so you should be prepared to travel frequently to different project sites or Mace offices. A positive and adaptable approach to travel is therefore essential, as it may be a regular part of your role. To support this, Mace offers travel expense reimbursements for business travel, including mileage, public transport fares, and, where necessary, accommodation.
We’re looking for ambitious people who want to make a difference in the world. Proactive people who aren’t afraid of barriers, innovate, and have a genuine passion for service excellence. And those who embody the same values, behaviours and competencies as us to proudly move our industry forward:
Values – safety first, client focus, create opportunity, and integrity
Behaviours – curious, collaborators, contributors, and champions of inclusion
Competencies – build effective teams, embrace change, solve problems, and build trusted relationships