Chartered Surveyor Apprenticeship (Quantity Surveying) RIDER LEVETT BUCKNALL UK LIMITED
We are currently recruiting for Apprentice Quantity Surveyor roles based in London. Key roles and responsibilities include visiting site to assist in valuations, assessing variations and pre-contract cost planning under the supervision of a senior surveyor.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 28 Apr 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£21,800.00
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Working week
Monday - Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
60 Months
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Possible start date
04 Sep 2023
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Date posted
17 Feb 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Degree
Level 6 (Degree with honours) -
Reference number
VAC1000135364
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Positions
4 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Day to day duties include:
Pre-contract:
- Site visits - Walking around and surveying sites, understand the client’s direct needs and wants and producing cost plans based on knowledge of that site
Cost Planning:
- Assisting senior surveyors in measuring tender documentation using RLB’s in-house measuring software ROSS5D, Assisting senior surveyors in pricing cost plans based on RLB in-house benchmark data
Procurement and Tender
- Helping senior surveyors create and planning procurement and tender route which are bespoke to the projects. Receiving and managing tender information; including drawings and specifications
- Assisting senior surveyors in analysing tender returns (initial contractor submissions) including preparing recommendations for clients
- Appointing contractors
Contract Practice:
- Helping create and draw up contract documents for projects
Post-Contract:
Valuations:
- Assisting a senior surveyor in assessing works undertaken in month, this will include visiting site and meeting contractors
- Assisting in preparing recommendation for payments based upon the valuation
Variations:
- Assisting a senior surveyor when reviewing changes to the contract scope, this will involve liaising with design team, contractors and project management team
Cost reporting:
- Helping senior members of staff create and maintain cost reports throughout the life cycle of a project
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
Each candidate will be offered on the job Apprentice Training with monthly seminars topping up the training offered by the University. Additionally, to this the candidates, in the third year, begin structured chartership training which includes seminars, mock exams and one to one tutoring.
Off-the-job training will be provided by the University College of Estate Management (UCEM). You will achieve a Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) accredited BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying. Rather than attending formal lectures or classes, you’ll study using UCEM’s state-of-the-art online learning environment and digital library, supported with guidance from highly experienced tutors.
Upon completion of the BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying and the structured workplace learning you will undertake the RICS Assessment of Professional Competence leading to registration with the RICS as a Chartered Surveyor.
Typically, 4 days “on the job” training and 1 day “off the job training”.
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
Following the completion of the candidate’s apprenticeship they will be put through their chartership and enrolled on the business’s future professionals’ programme. This programme looks to help guide and progress all candidates through the business.
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
A Level or equivalent Any subject (Grade Minimum 96 UCAS Tariff Points) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
RIDER LEVETT BUCKNALL UK LIMITED

About disability confident
Address
110 Bishopsgate
Level 3
London
EC2N 4AY
Training
Training provider
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF ESTATE MANAGEMENT
Apprenticeship standard
Chartered surveyor (degree)
Level 6 (Degree with honours)
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 28 Apr 2023