Apprentice Contracts Surveyor J3493

Introduction

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.

About the 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.

What You'll Do

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

Training Outcome

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.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Ability to deal with pressure
• Motivated
• Commitment
• Common Sense
• Reliability
• Enthusiasm

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4 to 9 (A* to C)
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4 to 9 (A* to C)
• Essential - GCSE - STEM - 4 to 9 (A* to C)
• Desired - A Level - Maths - C
• Desired - A Level - Science - C

Course Information

Course: Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)

Level: 4

Route: Construction and the built environment

Apprenticeship Level: Higher

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Monday to Friday, between 8.00am to 6.00pm, with a 45 minute unpaid lunch break.

Expected Duration: 3 Years 6 Months

Training Provider: WESTON COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION