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Level 4 Quantity Surveying Apprentice

MCCARTHY & STONE RETIREMENT LIFESTYLES LIMITED · LEARNING SKILLS PARTNERSHIP LTD
Location
Hatfield
Postcode
AL9 5DA
Salary
£26,000 a year
Duration
2 Years
Hours per week
37h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Start date
1 September 2026
Application deadline
23 June 2026
Posted
8 June 2026
Vacancy reference
2000034903

About the role

The role will develop the apprentice’s technical, commercial and professional capability through structured learning and on the job experience, providing a strong foundation for progression to a fully qualified Quantity Surveyor role.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Quantity Surveying, Buying & Estimating team in the commercial management of construction projects from pre-contract through to final account
  • Assist with measurement, valuation and financial control of works packages
  • Support the preparation of cost plans, budgets and forecasts
  • Assist with procurement activities, including subcontractor tender enquiries and analysis
  • Support the administration of construction contracts, including variations and change control
  • Assist with monitoring project costs, cash flow and value against budget
  • Maintain accurate commercial records and documentation in line with company procedures
  • Support the preparation of financial reports and internal cost monitoring information
  • Work collaboratively with site teams, design teams and supply chain partners
  • Engage fully with the Level 4 apprenticeship, completing all required off-the-job learning, coursework, portfolio evidence and End Point Assessment
  • Apply learning from the apprenticeship directly into the workplace, demonstrating continuous professional development

Working week

Working times TBC

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam working

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · English · Grade 4/C
Essential
GCSE · Maths · Grade 4/C
Essential
A Level · Any · Grade Level 3

Training & development

  • As part of your Apprenticeship, you will be enrolled onto a nationally recognised Level 4 Construction Quantity Surveying Technician apprenticeship via our training partner, Learning Skills Partnership
Additional training
  • Your Apprenticeship typically takes 24 months to complete and is fully supported through a combination of regular online lessons, e-learning materials, and access to their team of experts for 1-2-1 advice and support
Future prospects
  • While there is no guarantee of a permanent role at the end of the apprenticeship, we hope that successful completion will provide opportunities to apply for suitable vacancies within the Development team or other areas of the business
  • The apprenticeship is designed to provide valuable skills, knowledge, and experience that can support future career development both within McCarthy & Stone and beyond

About MCCARTHY & STONE RETIREMENT LIFESTYLES LIMITED

We’re McCarthy & Stone, the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, and we believe later life should be full of possibilities. We create award-winning homes and provide high-quality care and support, helping more than 25,000 older people across the UK thrive. We’re a nationwide brand with opportunities across many roles: construction, sales, care, house management and professional services. And whatever you do here, you’ll be at the heart of it. We build communities that people love to live in and love to work at. If you pride in doing work with purpose and want a role where every day is different, then you’ll feel right at home here. Care in mind. McCarthy & Stone at heart.

Website
www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk/