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Trainee Estimator/ Project Manager Apprentice

EMERSON WILLIS LTD · ANGLIA RUSKIN UNIVERSITY
Location
AVELEY, SOUTH OCKENDON
Postcode
RM15 4XD
Salary
£18,500 a year
Duration
2 Years 6 Months
Hours per week
37.5h
Positions available
1
Level
Level 4 – Higher
Qualification
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Start date
23 November 2026
Application deadline
30 October 2026
Posted
29 September 2026
Vacancy reference
2000055970

About the role

The apprentice will work alongside our estimating, contract management team and gain experience across both the tendering and construction phases of our projects. Duties will include:

  • Assisting with the pricing and preparation of tenders, including measuring quantities from construction drawings and specifications.
  • Assisting Contract Managers with the administration and day to day management of live construction projects.
  • Helping to prepare and maintain project documentation, including health and safety information, site records and other contract documentation.
  • Assisting with the preparation and collation of O&M Manuals for completed projects.
  • Communicating with subcontractors and suppliers and becoming involved in the day to day running of a busy construction company.

Working week

Monday to Thursday, 9am - 5pm Friday, 8am - 4pm

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsTeam workingInitiativePositive attitudeReliable and trustworthyPunctualFriendly and polite

Required qualifications

Essential
GCSE · Maths and English · Grade 4/C or above
Essential
A Level · 3 A Levels or Equivalent Qualification · Grade 112 UCAS Points

Training & development

Day release at Anglia Ruskin University alongside practical on the job training and mentoring from experienced members of the Emerson Willis team.

Additional training

The training will be term-time day release sessions at Anglia Ruskin University's Chelmsford campus, and is delivered over two years, plus up to six months for the End Point Assessment. 

Future prospects

The successful candidate with have the opportunity to develop a long term career within Emerson Willis. On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress into roles within estimating, quantity surveying, contracts management, depending on the individual’s strengths and interests.

Things to consider

Due to the location of our office and the lack of suitable public transport links, applicants must have a full driving licence and reliable access to their own transport.

About EMERSON WILLIS LTD

Emerson Willis Ltd is an established construction company undertaking refurbishment, alteration and construction projects across London and the South East. We work across a variety of sectors, delivering projects from initial tender through to completion. We are a small, friendly and busy team offering a supportive environment in which to learn and develop a career within the construction industry.

Website
emersonwillis.com/