Quantity Surveyor Apprentice

GUILDMORE LTD

Milton Keynes (MK8 0AD)

Closes on Sunday 30 August 2026

Posted on 24 July 2026

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Summary

The Apprentice Quantity Surveyor will support the commercial delivery of projects while gaining practical experience and developing their surveying skills.

The apprentice will assist with cost records, subcontractor information, valuations, procurement activities, measurements, and commercial reporting.

Wage

£16,640 to £26,436.80, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.

40 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 1 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

  • Support the commercial team with day-to-day Quantity Surveying duties under supervision.
  • Assist with maintaining project records, including drawings, variations, RFIs, subcontractor details, and payment information.
  • Support measurements, valuations, cost tracking, procurement activities, and commercial reporting.
  • Assist with subcontractor enquiries, payment applications, and tender comparisons.
  • Attend site visits and meetings to develop an understanding of project delivery and commercial processes.
  • Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and internal departments to gather required information.
  • Develop knowledge of contracts, cost control, procurement, and final accounts through training, mentoring, and practical experience.
  • Work towards progression into an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role.

Where you'll work

20 Darin Court
Crownhill
Milton Keynes
MK8 0AD

Training

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

Training provider

LONDON SOUTH EAST COLLEGES

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

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

Requirements

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
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative

About this employer

Guildmore Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of construction, building safety, and compliance solutions.

With our head office in Bromley, Greater London and regional delivery teams throughout the country, we have built a national presence grounded by local service. With nearly 30 years of experience and a stable, family-owned structure, we provide clients with consistency, accountability and a long-term approach to delivery.

Our Group is composed of six specialist business units, each brought together by a shared focus on creating homes and places that are safe, sustainable, and fit for the future.

https://guildmore.com/ (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).

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the candidate will have the opportunity to progress into an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role. Ongoing support, mentoring, and professional development will be provided to help them continue building their skills and progress within the commercial team.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GUILDMORE LTD

Bilyana Yordanova

bilyana.yordanova@guildmore.com

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000044851.

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Closes on Sunday 30 August 2026