Celebrating Academic Excellence: Apprentices Graduate with First Class Honours

We are delighted to celebrate the achievements of Jack Osmond and Samirah Rahman, who have successfully completed their BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying degrees at the University of Greenwich. Both graduates achieved First Class Honours through their apprenticeship programmes, reflecting the hard work and commitment they have demonstrated throughout their studies.

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Jack Osmond

Jack joined SOCOTEC straight from school and has been an integral member of the team ever since. Throughout his apprenticeship, he has balanced the demands of full-time work and academic study with professionalism and a strong commitment to learning.

Georgie Neaves, Associate and Trainer, said:

"Over the past four years, it has been a pleasure to watch Jack develop into a talented quantity surveyor who delivers a high standard of service to our clients. Achieving First Class Honours is a well-deserved recognition of the effort and dedication he has shown throughout his journey."

Georgie Neaves, Associate and Trainer, said:

"Over the past four years, it has been a pleasure to watch Jack develop into a talented quantity surveyor who delivers a high standard of service to our clients. Achieving First Class Honours is a well-deserved recognition of the effort and dedication he has shown throughout his journey."

2026 graduate

Samirah Rahman

Samirah began her journey as a full-time university student before transferring to the apprenticeship programme after being introduced to this route by Jack. Combining her academic studies with practical experience has enabled her to excel in her professional development since joining the team.

Georgie added:

"Samirah has gone from strength to strength, not only graduating with First Class Honours but also receiving the RICS Certificate of Excellence for achieving the highest overall grade in her cohort. This award reflects the consistently high standards she has maintained across both her academic studies and professional responsibilities."

Georgie added:

"Samirah has gone from strength to strength, not only graduating with First Class Honours but also receiving the RICS Certificate of Excellence for achieving the highest overall grade in her cohort. This award reflects the consistently high standards she has maintained across both her academic studies and professional responsibilities."

The value of apprenticeship programmes

It has been a privilege to see Jack and Samirah develop both professionally and academically during their apprenticeships. Their achievements demonstrate the value of apprenticeship programmes in developing future professionals within the construction industry, giving them the opportunity to combine academic learning with practical experience from the start of their careers.

Summing up the news, Georgie said:

“Jack and Samirah have worked exceptionally hard to reach this milestone, showing a real commitment to their professional development along the way. Their success is a reflection of the effort they have invested in their apprenticeships and highlights the importance of supporting future apprentices.
It is a pleasure to celebrate their achievements. We’re excited to see what comes next for Jack and Samirah and are looking forward to seeing all they achieve in the years ahead.”

Georgie Neaves, Associate and Trainer