Apprentice Quantity Surveyor

Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, learning all aspects of civil engineering and groundworks. From pre-contract tendering to site inspections and valuations, you'll support our construction team from conception to completion.

Wage

£14,722.50 to £23,809.50, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Salary depending on experience

Training course

Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Friday 1 August 2025

Duration

2 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

Attend the site pre-start meetings to understand the construction issues and details with the Senior / Quantity Surveyor
Assist with the compiling of tender packages for all sub-contract trades including procuring material quotes from suppliers
Receive tenders and assist with the analysis sheet for each trade comparing tender levels
Liaise with Construction Department on performance and compliance
Assist with the production of sub-contract orders to accord with site programmed build requirements
To liaise with the Quantity Surveyor / Director and provide all necessary forecast and site budget information to meet requirements
Assist with the control and reporting of post contract cost movements to provide such monthly reporting as required
Ensure invoices/applications for payments are processed in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract
Assist in the regular review of materials on-site and material valuations
Settle all variation invoices/applications for payment in accordance with Standard Terms and Conditions of Contract
Assist with the certifying of retention releases on completion of the project
Assist with the preparation and agreement of final accounts
Maintaining necessary systems to efficiently file and retrieve information
Assist with maintaining final account schedules
Ensure to continue self-development and follow training plan
Attend departmental meetings as required
Deal with queries from colleagues
Print and issue site drawings
Prepare detailed and itemized bills of quantities for construction projects
Ensure your workplace is kept tidy and any hazards are eliminated or reported to your line manager
Wear appropriate protective clothing on site at all times
Attend all health and safety training as required by the Company

Where you'll work

1 Yokehill Farm Bungalow
Weldon Road, Upper Benefield
Peterborough
PE8 5AS

Training

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

College or training organisation

ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY

Your 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.

Your training plan

Construction quantity surveying technician Level 4 (Higher national certificate) Apprenticeship Standard
CertHE Quantity Surveying
Taught over two years on a part-time basis with day release delivery on ARU's Peterborough campus

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English and Maths (grade C/4)

A Level in:

Any (grade 112 UCAS Points (BBC))

BTEC in:

Any (grade 112 UCAS Points (DMM))

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
Team working
Adaptability

About this company

We are an established SME Civil Engineering Contractor, based in North Northamptonshire. The Company itself having been established for more than 10 years has built trust and lasting relationships through the delivery of safe, innovative, and responsible solutions for most sectors including Housing, Commercial, Education, Industrial and Healthcare The Company operates across the UK but mainly focused on a 100mile radius of head office. Excellence in standards and service are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing a safe, secure and inclusive environment for everyone to work in. Our main aims are to ensure that your project is carried out on time, to the highest standards, safely and at the most competitive price.

https://www.l4civils.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

You'll be part of a team that values knowledge-sharing and innovation. We'll also support you to develop your career and gain additional qualifications.

After this apprenticeship

The potential opportunity to progress onto the Construction QS Top-Up to gain the full degree

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY

steve@l4civils.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000326370.

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Closes in 14 days (Monday 14 July 2025)

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