Construction Quantity Surveyor Apprentice

Summary

The role will involve carrying out their day-to-day activities including duties such as contract administration, procurement, contract/subcontractor negotiation, cost value reconciliation, agreeing monthly valuations and final accounts. In return, we offer a competitive remuneration package (salary dependent on the candidate).

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Salary £20,000 to £25,000 per annum DOE

Training course

Construction quantity surveyor (degree) (level 6)

Hours

Monday to Friday: 8.00am to 5.00pm (breaks to be confirmed).

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 4 August 2025

Duration

5 years

Positions available

2

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

Control and capture costs for live projects
Process subcontractor order
Carry out valuations of works complete
Submit applications for payment
Review and approve subcontractor applications for payment & invoices
Maintaining accurate cost and value records for the works
Assist in managing contract documentation & drawings
Conduct effective negotiations with clients and subcontractors
Liaise with all stakeholders on construction projects
Undertake taking off and measurement
Assist in tendering and procurement processes
Understand Health & Safety requirements and assist in preparing compliance documents
Assist in preparing monthly reports

Where you’ll work

Sykes House
7d Wakefield Street
London
WC1N 1PG

Training

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

College or training organisation

ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY HIGHER EDUCATION CORPORATION

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

BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying - Degree
Apprenticeship Standard & Qualification
RICS Chartered Surveyor
Anglian Ruskin University
Sykes & Son Ltd. Office based in London
Day release

Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon, further details will be made available at a later date.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

Including Maths & English (grade A-C / 4-9)

Desirable qualifications

A Level or equivalent in:

3 A-Levels including Math’s (grade BBB)

BTEC or equivalent in:

BTEC National Diploma (grade BBM)

Other in:

HNC/HND in a Quantity Surveying / Building / Con (grade Merit / Distinction)

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
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Ms Office
Work under pressure
Work independently

Other requirements

90% office work 10% site based Day release during University Semester

About this company

Established in 1759, Sykes & Son Limited is the UK’s oldest independent building contractor. Trading for over 265 years, Sykes has evolved from a small specialist contractor – a glazier, plumber, decorator, and small builder – into a medium sized, multi-discipline contractor with an annual turnover of £50m. The company has three main workstreams: Building, Mechanical & Electrical and Maintenance. This diversity of self-delivered services allows us to offer a “one stop shop” solution to our clients. Furthermore, we have the flexibility to carry out minor works through to multi-million-pound projects. We are incredibly proud of the part that we have played in restoring, building, refurbishing, and maintaining our capital’s heritage over the years. From Royal Palaces to world renowned museums, galleries, and universities, we continue to forge long-term working relationships at London’s finest buildings. Whilst our heritage is a source of great pride, Sykes has continued to review working processes to ensure that up to date technology and systems are employed across the business. Our extensive list of long-term blue-chip clients is testimony to the core values that underpin the business – We Build Relationships; We Bring Expertise; We Are Professional; We Always Care To apply please send your CV, not exceeding 150-word cover letter - please ensure all previously grades are included in your CV for consideration to careers@sykes1759.co.uk. The CV must include existing qualifications/grades achieved in each subject.

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After this apprenticeship

Full-time role as a Quantity Surveyor/Commercial Manager
Developing into a Senior Management role

This Apprenticeship will include the knowledge, skills and behaviours typically required to achieve full member or chartered status with the industry’s recognised professional bodies. The final assessment process for this Apprenticeship will typically be partly representative of the review process required for professional registration.

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