Level 4 Quantity Surveying Apprentice
MCCARTHY & STONE RETIREMENT LIFESTYLES LIMITED
Ringwood (BH24 1EU)
Closes in 15 days (Tuesday 23 June 2026)
Posted on 8 June 2026
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Summary
To support the commercial and cost management of McCarthy & Stone construction projects while undertaking the Level 4 Construction Quantity Surveying Technician apprenticeship.
- Wage
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£26,000 a year
- Training course
- Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
- Hours
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working times TBC.
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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2 years
- Positions available
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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 develop the apprentice’s technical, commercial and professional capability through structured learning and on-the-job experience, providing a strong foundation for progression to a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor role.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Quantity Surveying, Buying & Estimating Team in the commercial management of construction projects from pre-contract through to final account
- Assist with measurement, valuation and financial control of works packages
- Support the preparation of cost plans, budgets and forecasts
- Assist with procurement activities, including subcontractor tender enquiries and analysis
- Support the administration of construction contracts, including variations and change control
- Assist with monitoring project costs, cash flow and value against budget
- Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation in line with company procedures
- Support the preparation of financial reports and internal cost monitoring information
- Work collaboratively with site teams, design teams and supply chain partners
- Engage fully with the Level 4 apprenticeship, completing all required off-the-job learning, coursework, portfolio evidence and End Point Assessment
- Apply learning from the apprenticeship directly into the workplace, demonstrating continuous professional development
Where you'll work
1 Embankment Way
Ringwood
BH24 1EU
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
LEARNING SKILLS PARTNERSHIP LTD
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
As part of your apprenticeship, you will be enrolled on a nationally recognised Level 4 Construction Quantity Surveying Technician apprenticeship via our training partner, Learning Skills Partnership.
More training information
Your apprenticeship typically takes 24 months to complete and is fully supported through a combination of regular online lessons, e-learning materials, and access to their team of experts for 1-2-1 advice and support.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4/C)
- Maths (grade 4/C)
A Level in:
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
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
About this employer
We’re McCarthy & Stone, the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, and we believe later life should be full of possibilities. We create award-winning homes and provide high-quality care and support, helping more than 25,000 older people across the UK thrive. We’re a nationwide brand with opportunities across many roles: construction, sales, care, house management and professional services. And whatever you do here, you’ll be at the heart of it. We build communities that people love to live in and love to work at. If you pride in doing work with purpose and want a role where every day is different, then you’ll feel right at home here. Care in mind. McCarthy & Stone at heart.
After this apprenticeship
While there is no guarantee of a permanent role at the end of the apprenticeship, we hope that successful completion will provide opportunities to apply for suitable vacancies within the development team or other areas of the business. The apprenticeship is designed to provide valuable skills, knowledge, and experience that can support future career development both within McCarthy & Stone and beyond.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
LEARNING SKILLS PARTNERSHIP LTD
Holly Parkinson
holly.parkinson@lsprecruit.com
01482 338844
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000034905.
Apply now
Closes in 15 days (Tuesday 23 June 2026)
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