About
Employer description
As a family owned company, we have been proudly providing high quality construction services for centuries. Offering experience and specialist knowledge, we combine family values with a passion for innovation. Our approach is based on honesty, trust and the development of long-term sustainable relationships with our colleagues, clients, suppliers and with the communities in which we work. Together we are building for the future.
Main description
As a Pre-contract Quantity Surveyor you will be responsible for quantification of all aspects of construction projects and the preparation of cost plan and bills for quantities documentation. We will support your time with us by further developing your business, behavioural and technical skills
What you’ll do at work
- Understand, analyse and coordinate tender documentation
- Quantify all aspects of construction projects in line with industry standards
- Identify deficiencies, risks and conflicts within drawn and written documentation
- Understand common construction contracts and procurement routes
- Collaborate with project managers, architects and engineers to develop effective solutions
- Prepare carbon assessments for construction projects
- Conduct site visits to assess pre-contract risks and identify potential issues
Training to be provided
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.
College or training organisation
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF ESTATE MANAGEMENT
Your training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4) Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)
Your training plan
Online learning
On-site learning with our qualified Quantity Surveyors
More training information
18 modules with be studied over 4.5 years
Entry Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in: English (grade C/4 or above)
Maths (grade C/4 or above) 2 other subjects (grade C/4 or above)
Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.
Skills required
Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Presentation skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Patience
Other requirements
Travel will be required throughout East Anglia region
Company benefits
Company pension. Employee discount scheme. Free on-site parking. Health and wellbeing programme Life insurance. Sick pay.
Disability Confident
A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.
You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.
Future prospects
Quantity Surveyor Level 6 Degree
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 31/03/2025
Salary
£15,704 a year
Location
This job is located in Thetford, Norfolk
More Information and How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
