Apprentice Contracts Surveyor J3493

SOUTH WEST APPRENTICESHIP COMPANY LTD

Bristol (BS41 9FS)

Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 11 August 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 28 July 2026

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Summary

As an Apprentice Contracts Surveyor, you will develop the technical, commercial and professional skills needed to become a valued member of a busy commercial team, while studying towards a Level 4 Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Apprenticeship.

Wage

£19,686.55 a year

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Training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Hours
Monday to Friday, between 8.00am to 6.00pm, with a 45 minute unpaid lunch break.

38 hours 45 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 7 September 2026

Duration

3 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

Working alongside experienced Contracts Surveyors, you will gain hands-on experience helping to manage project costs, procurement and commercial performance across major construction projects.

Your duties will include:

  • Supporting Contracts Surveyors with the commercial management of construction projects
  • Assisting with the procurement of subcontractors and suppliers
  • Helping analyse project costs, budgets and contract documentation
  • Learning how to prepare valuations, cost reports and payment applications
  • Supporting cost planning, feasibility studies and risk assessments
  • Working with site teams to manage project variations and dayworks
  • Assisting with subcontractor payments and financial reporting
  • Maintaining accurate project records using company systems
  • Developing positive working relationships with clients, consultants and project teams
  • Supporting quality, environmental and health & safety management systems
  • Taking part in company training, Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and Corporate Social Responsibility activities

Where you'll work

Site Office
Colliters Way, Long Ashton
Bristol
BS41 9FS

Training

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

Training provider

WESTON COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION

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

Course Starts: Tuesday 6th October 2026

Delivery: Day release, every Tuesday (term time)

Location: South West Skills Campus, Locking Road, BS22 8NL

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 to 9 (A* to C))
  • Maths (grade 4 to 9 (A* to C))
  • STEM (grade 4 to 9 (A* to C))

Desirable qualifications

A Level in:

  • Maths (grade C)
  • Science (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
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Ability to deal with pressure
  • Motivated
  • Commitment
  • Common Sense
  • Reliability
  • Enthusiasm

Other requirements

This role is based on a live construction site, starting early each day and working outdoors in all weather conditions.

About this employer

As an apprentice, South West Apprenticeship Company Limited, the Flexi Job Apprenticeship Agency (FJAA) will employ the successful candidate on behalf of this employer. 99% of our apprentices gain full-time employment with their host organisation after completing their apprenticeship or they have progressed onto higher qualifications. The experience and knowledge you gain, plus the relationships you develop, make it easier to progress quickly.

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After this apprenticeship

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

On successful completion of your apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to progress into a permanent Commercial or Quantity Surveying role, continue your professional development and work towards further qualifications and chartered status.

This is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career with one of the UK's leading construction companies.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SOUTH WEST APPRENTICESHIP COMPANY LTD

Emma

applications@theswac.org.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000045125.

Apply now

Closes in 13 days (Tuesday 11 August 2026 at 11:59pm)