Apprentice Construction Quantity Surveyor

Summary

As a Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for cost control and ensuring that projects are completed within budget. This exciting role gives you the opportunity to learn and earn as we support you in developing your knowledge. We will support you through your time with us by helping you develop your business, behavioural and technical skills.

Wage: £15,704 a year
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Training course: Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm
40 hours a week
Possible start date: Monday 29 September
Duration: 2 years
Positions available: 1

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

Conduct cost estimates and prepare budgets for construction projects.
Analyse project plans and specifications to determine quantities of materials needed.
Collaborate with project managers, architects and engineers to develop cost effective solutions.
Monitor project costs throughout the construction process and make recommendations for cost savings.
Prepare and submit progress reports, payment applications and final accounts.
Review and negotiate contracts with subcontractors and suppliers.
Provide guidance on contractual matters to project teams.
Conduct site visits to assess progress and identify any potential issues.

Where you’ll work

30 Out Westgate

Bury St. Edmunds

IP33 3PA

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

ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

Your training course

Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)

Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)

Course contents

Health and Safety: Apply health and safety issues to all activities.
Sustainability: Demonstrate application of the principles of sustainability.
Construction Technology: Assist in the implementation of the most appropriate solutions for construction projects
Contracts: Be able to apply different types of contracts to different situations.
Procurement: Assist in the selection of and negotiation with specialist contractors for a construction project.
Cost control: Assist in the measurement and costing of construction works during a project.
Financial reporting: Assist in the preparation of financial reports, cash flow and cost forecasts for a construction project.
Administration: Assist in the collection, collation and storage of relevant data and its analysis.

Your training plan

20% off the job training.
University-led learning sessions and activities.
Practical learning sessions.
On site training.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade C/4 or above)
Maths (grade C/4 or above)

A Level in:

2 subjects (grade C/4 or above)

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

Other requirements

Full driving license required

About this company

As a family owned company, we have been proudly providing high quality construction services for centuries. Offering experience and specialist knowledge, we combine family values with a passion for innovation. Our approach is based on honesty, trust and the development of long-term sustainable relationships with our colleagues, clients, suppliers and with the communities in which we work. Together we are building for the future.

https://www.rgcarter-construction.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Company pension, Employee discount scheme, Free on-site parking, Health and wellbeing programme, Life insurance, Sick pay.

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

Quantity Surveyor Level 6 Degree.

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