Apprentice Quantity Surveyor

Summary

As an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor, you will have the opportunity to assist in the provision of surveying services associated with a wide variety of projects within the construction industry, primarily focusing on the education and healthcare sectors. This is an excellent opportunity to become a Chartered Quantity Surveyor.

Wage

£23,000 a year

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Training course

Chartered surveyor (degree) (level 6)

Hours

Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm (Including 1 day at University)

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

6 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

Acting under the guidance of a Partner main activities will include:

Budget Estimating & Cost Planning

Maintain knowledge of cost levels and economic trends to assist in the maintenance of a comprehensive cost library
Assist in the provision of full budget estimates and a detailed cost planning service
Assist in discussions with the design team regarding possible changes to the scope and scale of proposed work and the adjustment of budget estimates and cash flow forecasts in the light of these discussions
Engage in Value Management discussions

Pre-Contract Surveying

In accordance with the agreed programmes, Policy and Standing Orders and UK and European Practices and the appropriate standard method of measurement; and utilising both manual and computer processes; assist in the preparation for tendering purposes of all necessary documentation required – including detailed descriptions of the scope and extent of projects, specification of workmanship and materials to be employed; and Bills of Quantities
Liaise with and assist in co-ordination of information obtained from Architects, other Technical Officers, Structural Engineers and other Consultants regarding the production of tender documentation, to assist in ensuring that any discrepancies in information are resolved, and that timescales are observed to enable pre-contract deadlines to be met
Assist with the response to queries received from tenderers on tender documentation, liaising as appropriate with the Design Team to resolve queries and problems. Instruct tenderers accordingly via the appropriate client procurement system
Acting in accordance with the RICS Code of Practice for Selective Tendering, assist in the provision of a full tender evaluation and reporting system to ensure that a detailed and comprehensive tender report is produced makes a recommendation for contractor selection
Attend contractor interviews as required and formulate and issue the appropriate contract documents at the culmination of the tender process

Post Contract Surveying

Attend pre-start and subsequent site meetings with Third Party Contractors and Statutory Undertakings. Arrange programmes of work for the financial management of projects
Prepare detailed site measures and priced accounts for inclusion within Final Accounts for Audit inspection, all in accordance with accepted methods of measurement
Assist in the preparation of regular interim valuations for contracts in progress, submit for payment, and maintain records of all valuations. Maintain financial control of contracts and provide detailed cost monthly reports as necessary
Assist in the preparation of final accounts for contracts, submit for audit inspection and respond to any queries arising there from
Maintain project file and provide records of instructions, cash flow forecasts and progress reports
Assist in the provision of information for the determination of liquidated and ascertained damages

Administration

Maintain an awareness of construction methods and technology; standard methods of measurement and forms of building contracts; and Health and Safety requirements

Where you’ll work

THE OLD SCHOOL
EXTON STREET
LONDON
SE1 8UE

Training

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

College or training organisation

LONDON SOUTH BANK UNIVERSITY

Your training course

Chartered surveyor (degree) (level 6)

Equal to degree

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.

Your training plan

The apprentice will work towards BSc Quantity Surveying
Training takes place 1 day a week at London South Bank University, Elephant & Castle Campus and 4 days a week on the job training (5 days a week out of term time)

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths & English (grade Grade 4 or above/equivalent)

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
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Problem solving skills
Number skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative

Other requirements

Entry requirements: A Level BBB or; BTEC National Diploma DDM or; Access to HE qualifications with 24 Distinctions 21 Merits or; Equivalent level 3 qualifications worth 128 UCAS points. For full entry requirements, please visit: https://www.lsbu.ac.uk/study/course-finder/chartered-apprenticeship-quantity-surveying#entry-requirements

About this company

Founded in 2006 we are a user friendly, client focused practice, who passionately believe that successful projects are underpinned by strong, robust financial management and hands on proactive project management and we bring these qualities to all our commissions. Mortimer Isaacs are keen to encourage the next generation to enter the Construction Industry, with us you will have the opportunity to work in a small team, directly working under the guidance of a Partner of a practice.

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After this apprenticeship

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, the apprentice will be offered a full-time Quantity Surveying position with planned salary increases

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