Trainee QS Apprentice

BYOOT CONSTRUCTION LIMITED

LONDON (W3 0TE)

Closes in 21 days (Friday 20 February 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 29 January 2026

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Summary

The Apprentice Quantity Surveyor will support the commercial team in managing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects while completing a recognised Quantity Surveying apprenticeship. This role is designed to develop practical, technical, and professional skills under supervision.

Wage

£11,778 to £19,047.60, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Hours
To be confirmed with during interview stage.

30 hours a week

Start date

Monday 23 February 2026

Duration

3 years 6 months

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

  • Assist with cost planning, budgeting, and forecasting
  • Support preparation of valuations and cost reports
  • Help monitor project costs against budgets
  • Assist in assessing variations and change control
  • Support the preparation of tender documents
  • Assist with subcontractor enquiries, comparisons, and appointments
  • Help administer contracts and subcontract agreements
  • Maintain accurate commercial records
  • Attend site meetings and assist with progress tracking
  • Support measurement of works on site
  • Liaise with site teams, suppliers, and subcontractors
  • Assist with final accounts under supervision
  • Maintain project documentation and cost databases
  • Assist with payment applications and invoicing
  • Use commercial software and Microsoft Excel for reporting

Where you'll work

620 WESTERN AVENUE
ACTON
LONDON
W3 0TE

Training

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

Training provider

LONDON SOUTH EAST COLLEGES

Training course

Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)

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What you'll learn

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.

Training schedule

  • Complete all apprenticeship coursework, assessments, and off-the-job training
  • Work towards a recognised Quantity Surveying qualification
  • Develop understanding of UK construction contracts and procedures
  • Work towards professional body membership (e.g. RICS or CIOB)

More training information

  • Enrolled on a Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship 
  • Day release or block release to training provider
  • On-the-job mentoring and structured development
    Support towards RICS or CIOB membership (where applicable)

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths & English (grade Grades 4-9 (A*- C))

Desirable qualifications

BTEC in:

Construction (grade M/D)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted 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
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

About this employer

Construction residential properties, Design and Built

http://WWW.BYOOT.CO.UK (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Assistant Quantity Surveyor
  • Quantity Surveyor

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

LONDON SOUTH EAST COLLEGES

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000011519.

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Closes in 21 days (Friday 20 February 2026 at 11:59pm)