Cost Consultancy; Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship – Local Government

In Cost Consultancy (Quantity Surveying), you will be supporting your project by providing cost management services from inception to completion for ongoing and new commissions. The Local Government sector is about creating places that matter – from homes and schools to transport networks and community spaces.

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands‑on experience.

• Assisting with feasibility studies, contract selection, procurement strategies and the production of procurement reports
• Assisting with the preparation of the contract documents, warranties, bonds and licenses
• Assisting with cost control and reporting services during the contract
• Assisting with identifying costs associated with design changes, contract awards, construction activities and client charges
• Learning how to apply the value management techniques at the outset of a project
• Learning how to measure and provide valuations of the work carried out and adjusting variations in accordance with the terms of the contract and agreement with the contractor
• Supports with the issue of ’Certificate of Making Good Defects’ and final completion in accordance with any requirements relating to completion, submissions and approvals
• Supporting the procurement process, helping to ensure all stages including prequalification, enquiry, analysis, selection, and contract preparation are performed effectively
• Knowledge of, and guidance in, estimating and cost planning activities
• Participating in the evaluation of claims for delay and additional costs made by the contractor and any nominated subcontractors/suppliers
• You will also work towards completing a five-year Level 6 Chartered Surveyor (Quantity Surveying) apprenticeship, where you’ll achieve a BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying degree. We’ll also support you in gaining professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).