Support the commercial team with day-to-day Quantity Surveying duties under supervision.
Assist with maintaining project records, including drawings, variations, RFIs, subcontractor details, and payment information.
Support measurements, valuations, cost tracking, procurement activities, and commercial reporting.
Assist with subcontractor enquiries, payment applications, and tender comparisons.
Attend site visits and meetings to develop an understanding of project delivery and commercial processes.
Liaise with site teams, subcontractors, and internal departments to gather required information.
Develop knowledge of contracts, cost control, procurement, and final accounts through training, mentoring, and practical experience.
Work towards progression into an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role.
Training: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.Training Outcome:Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, the candidate will have the opportunity to progress into an Assistant Quantity Surveyor role. Ongoing support, mentoring, and professional development will be provided to help them continue building their skills and progress within the commercial team.Employer Description:Guildmore Group is one of the UK’s leading providers of construction, building safety, and compliance solutions.
With our head office in Bromley, Greater London and regional delivery teams throughout the country, we have built a national presence grounded by local service. With nearly 30 years of experience and a stable, family-owned structure, we provide clients with consistency, accountability and a long-term approach to delivery.
Our Group is composed of six specialist business units, each brought together by a shared focus on creating homes and places that are safe, sustainable, and fit for the future.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm.Skills: 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....Read more...
Estimating:
Creating & reviewing chain tenders/quotations
Identifying best value quotes to the project
Liaising with the Design & Operational Managers with the construction process
Liaising by telephone/email with clients and sub-contractors
Preparing sub-contractor invitations to tender
Preparing return packages for tender
Preparing return tender invitations for presentation to client
Maintaining records of tenders submitted and their progress
Commercial:
Prepare sub-contract orders in line with the project particulars, financial targets and on programme requirements
Prepare sub-contract orders in line with company procedures including all contractual documents
Once sub-contractors places make sure that all relevant Site Managers & Contract Managers have all the relevant order information
General Assistant:
To provide general assistant as identified to the Senior Quantity Surveyor and Director
Answering the telephone and dealing with general enquiries
Compiling mail shot directors for new contacts
Issuing letters and enclosure to new contacts
Filing:
General admin duties as directed
Preparing builders BoQ and take-off
Training Outcome:
To be confirmed upon completion of apprenticeship
Employer Description:We are Quantity Surveyors. Services provided - Estimating
Programming
Procurement
Post Contract
Retention Recovery
Take Off and Bill of QuantitiesWorking Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Excel spreadsheet knowledge....Read more...
Assist in the preparation of cost estimates, budgets, and tender documents
Support the measurement and valuation of works, including site visits and take-offs
Help manage subcontractor procurement, including issuing enquiries and analysing quotations
Assist in the preparation and submission of applications for payment and final accounts
Support the administration of contracts, including NEC and bespoke forms
Help monitor project costs and progress against budgets
Assist in identifying and valuing variations and Compensation Events
Contribute to the preparation of cost reports and forecasts
Work closely with project managers, site teams, and subcontractors
Attend site meetings and contribute to commercial discussions
Liaise with suppliers and clients under supervision
Attend college/university as required and complete coursework on time
Participate in internal training and mentoring programmes
Maintain a development log and seek feedback to improve performance
Training Outcome:
Successful apprentices may progress to Assistant Quantity Surveyor roles and continue towards full chartership (e.g., RICS or CICES) with continued support and training
Employer Description:J McCann & Co Limited is a major UK-based civil and electrical engineering construction company. Headquartered in Nottingham with operations nationwide, they specialize in designing, building, and maintaining critical infrastructure for road, rail, and airport projects in both the public and private sectors.Working Hours :Days and start times to be discussed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Team working....Read more...
