Apprentice Quantity Surveyor

J MCCANN & CO LIMITED

Suffolk (IP12 1PE)

Closes in 18 days (Friday 21 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 3 August 2026

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Summary

As an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor, you will support the commercial team in managing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects. The role is part of their Local Authority sector and will be working on the Suffolk County Council street lighting maintenance contract based on their Melton depot

Wage

£17,680 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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Training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Hours
Days and start times to be discussed.

42 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

3 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

  • Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents
  • Support the measurement and valuation of works, including site visits and take-offs
  • Help manage subcontractor procurement, including issuing enquiries and analysing quotations
  • Assist in the preparation and submission of applications for payment and final accounts
  • Support the administration of contracts, including NEC and bespoke forms
  • Help monitor project costs and progress against budgets
  • Assist in identifying and valuing variations and Compensation Events
  • Contribute to the preparation of cost reports and forecasts
  • Work closely with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors
  • Attend site meetings and contribute to commercial discussions
  • Liaise with suppliers and clients under supervision
  • Attend college/university as required and complete coursework on time
  • Participate in internal training and mentoring programmes
  • Maintain a development log and seek feedback to improve performance

Where you'll work

Melton Street Lighting Depot Dock Lane
Melton Woodbridge
Suffolk
IP12 1PE

Training

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

Training provider

SUFFOLK NEW COLLEGE

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

This training schedule has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

More training information

  • Construction Quantity Surveying Level 4 Standard
  • Construction and Built Environment Level 4
  • English and maths (if required) Level 2

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English or equivalent (grade 4/C)
  • Mathematics or equivalent (grade 4/C)

A Level in:

any subject or equivalent (grade C)

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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Team working

Other requirements

  • There may be a requirement to travel between sites/depots so a full UK driving license is desirable

About this employer

J McCann & Co Limited is a major UK-based civil and electrical engineering construction company. Headquartered in Nottingham with operations nationwide, they specialize in designing, building, and maintaining critical infrastructure for road, rail, and airport projects in both the public and private sectors.

https://mccann-ltd.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).

  • Successful apprentices may progress to Assistant Quantity Surveyor roles and continue towards full chartership (e.g., RICS or CICES) with continued support and training

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SUFFOLK NEW COLLEGE

Natasha Stead

apprenticeshipapplication@suffolk.ac.uk

01473382600

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000046052.

Apply now

Closes in 18 days (Friday 21 August 2026 at 11:59pm)