Apprentice Estimator

7 FORMATION LIMITED

CORBY (NN17 4AP)

Closes on Monday 1 June 2026

Posted on 23 April 2026

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Summary

Kickstart your career in construction estimating. Earn while you learn, gain a recognised qualification, and support the pricing of real projects. Work with experienced professionals to develop key commercial and analytical skills.

Wage

£17,500 a year

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This is a starting salary and there will be progression reviews.

Training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pm

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 September 2026

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

  • Assist with pricing construction tenders and bids
  • Obtain and compare subcontractor and supplier quotations
  • Support measurement of drawings (take-offs)
  • Help prepare tender submissions and documentation
  • Work with internal teams to review project scope and costs

Where you'll work

23 PRINCEWOOD ROAD
EARLSTREES INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
CORBY
NN17 4AP

Training

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

Training provider

ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY

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

  • Cert HE Quantity Surveying 
  • Day release delivery at ARU Peterborough campus 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English and Maths (grade C/4)

Desirable qualifications

A Level in:

Any (grade 112 UCAS Points (BBC))

BTEC in:

Any (grade 112 UCAS Points (DMM))

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Number skills
  • Team working

Other requirements

  • Office-based role
  • Occasional flexible working may be required at tender deadlines
  • Full driving licence (or working towards) desirable

About this employer

7formation is a fast-growing nationwide construction and fit-out company working with leading brands including Next, Adidas and BMW. We pride ourselves on quality, innovation and developing our people.

https://7formation.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Progression to Junior Estimator, Estimator, Senior Estimator or wider commercial roles within the business

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY

sarah.bowes@7formation.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000027900.

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Closes on Monday 1 June 2026

After signing in, you’ll apply for this apprenticeship on the company's website.