Introduction

A motivated and reliable Construction Quantity Surveying Apprentice to support our experienced quantity surveyors in delivering cost management and commercial solutions across a variety of construction projects.

About the Employer

We provide a range of customer-centric solutions through workplace transformation, integrated facilities management, project solutions, data-led asset management services and carbon reduction. We have a track record of success in some of the most complex and regulated workplaces in the UK – delivering services to industry sectors including life sciences, defence, nuclear, hi-tech manufacturing and central government. For both soft and hard services, we bring together the best experts, processes and technologies, to create long-lasting high-value solutions that not only enables our customers to work better, but also offers a better place for their people to work. We help customers transform their workplace by supporting the delivery of: effective safety and assurance solutions, integrating social value into your organisation and helping customers to embed authentic Equality, Diversity and Inclusion solutions whilst also supporting in developing goals that will genuinely contribute towards individual wellbeing and a carbon neutral world. Our deep understanding of the dynamic relationship that exists between people, organisational culture and workplace, has never been more relevant than now. Collaboration, in a world that faces so many major challenges that impact our people and planet, is our way to ensuring we secure a sustainable future for us all. Our purpose at EMCOR UK is, quite simply, to create a better world at work for everyone.

What You'll Do

To assist with day-to-day management, on a project by project, basis of commercial risk evaluation for the pursuit of an optimum successful outcome, whilst ensuring mitigating factors are dealt with and report to the Senior QS on a regular basis to outcomes and actions taken
Assist in managing all sub contract packages from commencement through to completion, with the primary purpose of agreeing all variations, final accounts in a timely manner, consistent to the contractual time frames
To be able to negotiate with all respective suppliers and sub-contractors as necessary throughout the project in ensuring best value is obtained throughout
Improve the profitability and competitive performance of the business through selling and negotiating skills and maximising opportunities
Assist in the preparation of cost workbooks and variations accounts in a timely manner
To prepare all valuations and final accounts in accordance with the contracts and submit them to our clients for approval
Assist in the preparation and present detailed contract review data to the projects team and projects director monthly, providing accurate contract performance projections in terms of both revenue and gross margin
Attend off-the-job training (e.g., college, technical training provider) as part of your apprenticeship programme

Training Outcome

This is a permanent role.

Skills Required

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
Patience
electrical

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - GCSE (or equivalent) in English - C/4 or above.
Essential - GCSE - GCSE (or equivalent) in Math - C/4 or above.
Essential - A Level - any subject - Pass (min)

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 - Friday, 08:00 - 17:00.

Expected Duration: 3 Years

Training Provider: SHEFFIELD COLLEGE, THE

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