Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Apprentice Level 4
- Employer
- Buxton + Mcnulty Mechanical Services Limited
- Location
- Horizons Business Centre, Alder Close, Erith, DA18 4AJ
- Salary
- £250.00 per week
- Closing date
- 26 May 2021
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- Specialism
- Engineering
- Sector
- Construction & Property
- Role Type
- Apprenticeship, Higher
- Start Date
- August
- Duration
- Permanent
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The core quantity surveyor's responsibilities are primarily cost and quality control. They include:
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
Personal qualities
Desired qualifications
5 GCSEs Grade A-C/9-5 or equivalent, including English, Science and maths GCSE to a minimum grade 5.
A Levels wouldbe an advantage.
Future prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be a permanent position.
Things to consider
- Discussing plans with a client and advising whether their proposals will work
- Calculating quantities and costs of materials
- Calculating time and labour before the project goes to tender
- Preparing cash-flow projections
- Overseeing subcontractors and stages of construction
- Cost control during construction
- Negotiating contracts
- Advising on legal points, including disputes
- Writing reports and overseeing bills
- Minimising risk and complying with health and safety rules
- Keeping up to date with construction methods and materials
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills
- Knowledge of Health and Safety, Construction Technology, Procurement and Financial reporting
- Skills: Sustainability, cost control and administration
- Behaviours: Commitment to the code of ethics, commitment to equality and diversity and continuing professional development
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Attention to detail and methodical thinking
- Excellent numeracy
- Problem-solving
- Analytical thinking
- Computer skills and knowledge of main professional software
- Engineering science and technology qualifications
- Construction industry knowledge
- Initiative
- Willingness to accept criticism
- Working well under pressure
Personal qualities
- Trustworthy
- Reliable
- Good time keeping skills
- Good work ethic
- Organised
Desired qualifications
5 GCSEs Grade A-C/9-5 or equivalent, including English, Science and maths GCSE to a minimum grade 5.
A Levels wouldbe an advantage.
Future prospects
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be a permanent position.
Things to consider
- Must live in theBexley Borough
- 1st year apprentice however there is a rising payscale for apprenticeships
- All Travel Paid and PPE provided
- Four weeks paid holiday plus bank holidays
- Occasional overtime available
- Occasional weekend work available
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