Apprentice Chartered Surveyor (Degree Apprenticeship) - Bromsgrove, Worcestershire

THOMAS LISTER LTD

BROMSGROVE (B60 3DJ)

Closes in 31 days (Monday 24 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 23 July 2026

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Summary

This is a new Apprentice Chartered Surveyor role leading to RICS qualification. You’ll play a key role in the assessment and valuation of property, advising clients and helping major developments happen. 

You’ll work closely within a small professional team, gaining exposure to a wide range of projects from the start. 

Wage

£20,000 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

  • £20,000 commencing salary, subject to annual review

Training course
Chartered surveyor (degree) (level 6)
Hours
Monday to Friday - 09:00 - 17:30 (flexible regular start/finish times). Four days gaining practical experience (both in office and on site). One day per week study undertaking an RICS accredited Real Estate - BSC (Hons) Course.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 14 September 2026

Duration

5 years

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

  • Supporting surveyors with property valuations and reports
    Assisting with development projects and research
  • Helping assess sites and opportunities, including through site inspections
  • Learning how property projects are planned and delivered
  • A varied and interesting role working as part of a small, team of property professionals

Where you'll work

11 THE COURTYARD
BUNTSFORD DRIVE
BROMSGROVE
B60 3DJ

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY

Training course

Chartered surveyor (degree) (level 6)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Information management - Provide data, information and advice for clients relevant to the surveying discipline.
  • Health and safety - Recommend solutions to ensure safe and secure working environments.
  • Construction technology - Provide advice relating to the construction technology of buildings and their materials.
  • Law - Negotiate and agree terms for acquisition/disposal of property, standard forms of building contracts or other property related contracts and liaise with legal advisers.
  • Consultancy - Manage instructions from engagement to completion.
  • Building surveys – Undertake inspections and surveys and provide advice and recommendations to clients relating to building surveys.
  • Prepare designs and specifications – Carry out the preparation of the design and specification of building projects from outline proposals to completion of the design and specification process.
  • Administer contracts – Implement administrative procedures for the running of a construction project. Issue instructions, deal with payment provisions, manage variation procedures and deal with completion and possession issues and the issuing of certificates.
  • Valuation and appraisal - Prepare capital and rental valuations of land and property for a range of formal and appraisal purposes and prepare client reports.
  • Land, property and planning law - Negotiate solutions to issues affecting both owners and occupiers of land and property including at least two of management, sales, lettings, purchase and/or planning.
  • Inspection and measurement – Undertake inspections of land and property and prepare related reports and advice. Use appropriate instrumentation to take measurements of land and property. Apply the appropriate guidance and use the appropriate basis to undertake measurements. Prepare and present measurements in an appropriate manner.
  • Tendering and procurement - Provide advice and recommendations as to appropriate procurement routes and manage the tendering processes relevant to them.
  • Costing and cost planning of construction works - Undertake the detailed quantification, costing and cost planning of complex construction works.
  • Manage efficiencies of construction contracts – Manage the construction phase of a construction project. Carry out life cycle costing and apply value engineering processes. Prepare data, reports and forecasts.
  • Information management - Provide data, information and advice for clients relevant to the surveying discipline.
  • Health and safety - Recommend solutions to ensure safe and secure working environments.
  • Construction technology - Provide advice relating to the construction technology of buildings and their materials.
  • Law - Negotiate and agree terms for acquisition/disposal of property, standard forms of building contracts or other property related contracts and liaise with legal advisers.
  • Consultancy - Manage instructions from engagement to completion.

Training schedule

Over a 5-year period, you’ll complete a Chartered Surveyor Degree Apprenticeship (BSc Hons) - Commercial Property
Surveyor (Real Estate), in partnership with Birmingham City University.

  • One day per week study undertaking an RICS accredited Real Estate - BSc (Hons) course
  • Four days gaining practical experience (both in office and on site)
  • Total 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday 7.5hrs daily - flexible regular start/finish times)
  • Support from experienced mentors

More training information

Chartered Surveyor Apprenticeship - Real Estate BSc (Hons) - 2026/27 Entry - Birmingham City University.

 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4/C)
  • Maths (grade 4/C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Other requirements

112 UCAS tariff points or equivalent.

About this employer

Thomas Lister is a specialist, Midlands based, SME practice of Chartered Surveyors and Development Consultants, providing integrated property and regeneration advisory services to public and private sector clients across the UK. Established in 2002, we combine senior-level expertise with a highly responsive, client-focused approach to deliver robust property advice and practical solutions.

Our client base includes Homes England, Local Authorities, Combined Authorities, Registered Providers, Developers and Landowners.

We have provided strategic property and development advice on major projects nationwide but also regularly deal with smaller scale projects of varied nature. Through this extensive experience, we have developed a strong understanding of the challenges associated with development, regeneration, funding and programme delivery.

https://www.thomaslister.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • Funded degree apprenticeship
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
  • Pension scheme (after Probationary Period)
  • Health Insurance (after Probationary Period)
  • Professional support towards Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) and ultimately Registered Valuer status
  • Supportive working environment, including regular social events

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

  • At the end of 5 years, you'll graduate with an RICS accredited degree and be ready to sit your Assessment of Professional Competence (APC) to become a fully qualified Chartered Surveyor (MRICS)
  • Likely offer of employment as a Qualified Surveyor and Registered Valuer

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

THOMAS LISTER LTD

Andrew Croot

andrew.croot@thomaslister.com

01527871640

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000044368.

Apply now

Closes in 31 days (Monday 24 August 2026 at 11:59pm)