Apprentice Quantity Surveyor (Ref JOH-0001-23) TRAINING AND APPRENTICESHIPS IN CONSTRUCTION LIMITED
A perfect role for someone keenly interested in the construction industry & looking to build a career. Working on site and in site office the apprentice will work closely with QS & site delivery team, assisting with all commercial aspects of the project,including contractor selection, dispute mitigation, measurements, budgeting and costings.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 30 Dec 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£13,520.00
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Working week
Monday - Friday, 7.30am - 4.30pm.
Total hours per week: 40.0
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Expected duration
36 Months
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Possible start date
02 Jan 2024
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Date posted
09 Nov 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Higher
Level 4 (Higher national Certificate) -
Reference number
VAC1000210881
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Positions
1 available
What you will do in your working day
We are looking for a L4 Quantity Surveyor apprentice to work from the main office of a large Construction contractor in Cambridgeshire.
This apprenticeship will focus mainly on estimating and quantity surveying. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who would like to learn about the commercial side of construction.
The qualification will also include elements of:
- Health, Safety and Welfare
- Sustainability, Design, Science, Materials, Maths and Building Technology in Construction
- Project Management
- Graphical Detailing
- Surveying
- Finance
- Design
- Law and Planning Procedures
Key responsibilities will include:
- Obtaining all cost information including estimating data and any quotations used tenders
- Starting up financial files
- Obtaining and agreeing procurement schedules
- Raising draft invoices to accounts department
- Producing projected sales forecast when the valuation dates are known
- Setting up valuation format based around the tender document
- Submitting valuations to the client in accordance with the valuation dates
- Obtaining payment certificates
- Ensuring accounts raise invoices
- Placing sub-contract orders
- Submitting cost value reconciliations
- Invoice retention release
- Attend regular internal contract review meetings
- Value all variations and submit to the client
- Instruct sub-contracts for variations – obtain a quotation where possible
- Raise sub-contract payments
- Agree final accounts with sub-contractors
- Visit site regularly
- Chase and obtain final retention releases
We are looking for someone who has a real interest in the financial side of construction. This is an excellent opportunity for somebody looking to further their career and reach their full potential.
The training you will be getting
Alongside training on site, the apprentice will attend off site training sessions at the training provider in block sessions and receive online tutor led sessions.
They will work towards a Level 4 Quantity Surveying Technician qualification.
What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship
- On successful completion of the aprenticeship, there will be opportunity to progress into full time employment
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4/C) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Science (Grade 4/C) Essential
Other CSCS (Grade Pass) Essential
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
TRAINING AND APPRENTICESHIPS IN CONSTRUCTION LIMITED

About disability confident
Address
Bellhouse Landfill Site 2
Warren Lane, Stanway
Colchester
CO3 0NN
Contact
Sue Appleby
01603 972286
Training
Training provider
LEARNING SKILLS PARTNERSHIP LTD
Adjustments for experience
You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
- training
- qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
- industry or sector experience
Apprenticeship standard
Construction quantity surveying technician
Level 4 (Higher national Certificate)
Demonstrating experience
If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.
You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications
Employer's Application Instructions
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 30 Dec 2023