Apprentice Quantity Surveyor (Construction)

Summary

We are committed to fostering a culture of continual professional development and collaboration, offering opportunities for growth within various disciplines and delivering exceptional client service. Could this be the environment for you to grow? We are looking to recruit a motivated and imaginative Apprentice Quantity Surveyor to join us.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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We operate a discretionary bonus scheme and following a qualifying period, staff receive Life Assurance cover and enhanced employer pension contributions. Annual leave loyalty days are added at 5-year intervals.

Training course

Chartered surveyor (degree) (level 6)

Hours

Five years degree, plus additional 6-12 months for RICS assessment completion. Monday - Friday, 9.00am – 5.00pm (half an hour for lunch)

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

5 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

The role will comprise traditional Quantity Surveying duties, including Feasibility Studies, Cost Plans, Bills of Quantities, Employer’s Requirements, Valuations and Cost Reports, Final Accounts, and cashflows.

Additional interest in and awareness of the following areas would be of particular benefit:

Contract Administration
Project Management
Delivering projects in the cultural, heritage and museums sector and in the public sector for Local Authorities
Life Cycle Costing, Renewable Technologies and / or Mechanical and Electrical Services Surveying

This role offers the opportunity to assist with the development of projects and to work closely with a range of clients, acquiring professional skills and knowledge across the Focus service portfolio. It offers an exceptional opportunity for the right person to advance within the field and development opportunities exist both within the team and across the wider multi-disciplinary business, with exposure to varied project types that prioritize sustainability and innovation.

Assisting with the procurement and tendering process
Assisting the Department Leads in providing estimates for clients ensuring that any deadline is met
Taking off drawings accurately to ensure correct quantities and details are established
Carrying out valuations on site of works done in the monthly period
Providing cost reports to the client
Attending briefing, pre-start and monthly progress meetings
Assist the Project Management team with the management of live projects
Aid with the preparation and submission of final accounts, variations and interim payment requests

Where you'll work

Focus House
8 Millennium Way West
Nottingham
NG8 6AS

Training

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

College or training organisation

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY

Your training course

Chartered surveyor (degree) (level 6)

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What you'll learn

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

Chartered Surveyor Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship (Quantity Surveyor Pathway) BSc (Hons) & RICS APC to gain chartered status
Day release one day per week on NTU campus during term time

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English & Maths (grade C/4)

A Level in:

3 Subjects or BTEC equivalent (grade 112 UCAS points)

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
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Creative
Initiative

Other requirements

The role will require a mix of site (outdoor) and office work. This may require some flexibility in availability and non-standard hours to accommodate travel and site opening hours. A full clean driving licence is desirable.

About this company

We are a forward-thinking, growing SME operating from the vibrant East Midlands region, providing construction consultancy services. With strong sustainability credentials and a commitment to making a positive impact, we actively seek to drive change in our industry. Our innovative approach, coupled with a hybrid work environment, provides our employees with a dynamic and inclusive atmosphere where they can thrive and contribute to our collective success.

After this apprenticeship

There is opportunity for growth and progression within a company that values diversity and inclusion, with real potential to move into more senior roles
The role offers scope to develop your professional skills and knowledge across the wider Focus service portfolio.
We would usually expect an apprentice to complete their degree and become a Graduate Surveyor until they are self-sufficient in running standard type projects at a Consultant level
We encourage RICS membership and support our Graduate Surveyors through to Chartership in an appropriate timescale, with in-house mentoring, and have a strong track record in achieving this aim

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NOTTINGHAM TRENT UNIVERSITY

Sophie Neal

sophie.neal@focus-consultants.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000319227.

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