Apprentice Quantity Surveyor

VolkerHighways are looking to hire an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor, to join the Commercial Team to help support with commercial duties.

The successful candidate will undertake a level 3 surveying technician apprenticeship alongside their daily tasks. The course will be completed over a 2-year period and time will be given during a normal working week to complete coursework.

• Assist the procurement process to maximise profit and help ensure subcontract orders are placed on time and in accordance with the Company Policy
• Assist in the preparation of sub-contract documentation
• Produce sub-contract payment for approval on the basis that the work has been carried out in accordance with the contract and to the correct quality.
• Prepare comprehensive sub-contract comparisons
• Assist in the production of Main Contract Valuations.
• Assist in the production of Cash Flow Forecasts.
• Assist the Project Manager in ensuring that the project complies with the company HSEQ policy.
• Being aware of and report any potential business development opportunities.
• Support the site team in their general commercial awareness.

• Five GCSEs Grades A* to C or 9 to 4 under the new grading system including Maths and English or a Level 2 apprenticeship in a construction or property related discipline, or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and consistently meet deadlines

• A competitive salary plus excellent benefits package including healthcare, pension etc.
• Family friendly policies in place and some scope for flexible working by negotiation.

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of equality, diversity and inclusion. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

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