Apprentice Construction Quantity Surveyor

Summary

At Aztec construction we are committed to creating an environment where every person feels included and is treated equally, fairly and with respect. We actively promote an inclusive culture and with this approach we believe it brings out the best in everyone and creates a bright, dynamic, motivated, inspirational and rewarding environment

Annual wage: Competitive
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Training course: Construction quantity surveyor (degree) (level 6)
Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm inlcuding one day off for study
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Saturday 1 March
Duration: 3 years 6 months
Positions available: 2

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

Applying best practice to our commercial processes to help maximise returns in terms of profit.

Identify and drive out any redundant costs
Supporting with the preparation of monthly invoices
Reviewing valuations, variations, claims, and any disputes.
Learning how to prepare project financial forecasts
Becoming the go-to-person for our and wider contractual, commercial, regulatory procedures

Where you’ll work

444 Newmarket Road

Cambridge

CB5 8JL

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF ESTATE MANAGEMENT

Your training course

Construction quantity surveyor (degree) (level 6)

Equal to degree

Course contents

Be able to apply and evaluate the principles for the avoidance of conflict and dispute resolution such as adjudication and arbitration between project stakeholders
Be able to identify and manage risks of health, safety and welfare in line with legislation, hazards and safe systems of work
Analyse costs and benefits of sustainability initiatives on a project
Be able to advise on the legal aspects of a project and the most suitable form of contract to be used to ensure fairness and efficiency
Be able to advise on the most suitable construction solutions that maximise value for clients and enhance the cost effectiveness of the project within the budget constraints
Be able to advise on the appropriateness of various procurement routes and manage and report on the tendering and negotiation processes to select specialist contractors
Advise on appropriate methods of measurement of completed works and issue documentation required for payment to specialist contractors and income from client
Advise construction team and the client on strategies to control predicted expenditure in line with the budget
Carry out risk assessments and implement strategies to mitigate risk
Monitor, report and advise construction team on project cashflows and profitability. Evaluate and advise on financial implications of decisions during the construction phase
Assess, interpret and report on progress and assist in the control of programmes during the construction phase

Your training plan

This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

Other in:

Construction (grade 120 UCAS credits)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

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

About this company

Main Contracting Business

https://www.aztec-construction.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Car Allowance

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

Fully Qualified QS working towards RICS / CIOB accreditation.

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