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Apprentice Quantity Surveyor
Hurley & Co · UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF ENGLAND, BRISTOL
Location
Exeter
Postcode
EX2 8PW
Salary
£15,600 a year
Duration
5 Years
Hours per week
37.5h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Chartered surveyor (degree) (level 6)
Start date
17 August 2026
Application deadline
31 July 2026
Posted
22 June 2026
Vacancy reference
2000038001
About the role
Cost Management
- Assist in preparing cost estimates and budgets for construction projects
- Support the development of cost plans throughout project lifecycles
- Monitor project costs and identify potential cost overruns
- Assist with value engineering exercises to achieve best value
Measurement and Quantification
- Measure construction works from drawings and specifications
- Assist in preparing tender documentation
Procurement and Tendering
- Support tendering processes and contractor selection
- Analyse tender returns and prepare comparison reports
- Assist with procurement strategies and contract recommendations
Contract Administration
- Support the administration of construction contracts
- Assist with interim valuations and payment assessments
- Help manage variations, change control, and claims
- Maintain accurate project records and documentation
Financial Reporting
- Prepare cost reports and cash flow forecasts
- Monitor project expenditure against approved budgets
- Assist with final account preparation and agreement
Stakeholder Communication
- Attend project meetings with clients, contractors, consultants, and suppliers
- Prepare meeting notes and commercial reports
- Build effective working relationships with project stakeholders
Working week
Monday to Friday, 9am-5.30pm.
Skills
Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsPresentation skillsAdministrative skillsNumber skillsAnalytical skillsLogicalTeam workingCreativeInitiativeNon judgementalPatiencePhysical fitness
Required qualifications
Essential
GCSE · English · Grade Grade 4/C or above
Essential
GCSE · Mathematics · Grade Grade 4/C or above
Training & development
The Apprentices training will be at the University of the West of England, Bristol.
It will be a 5-year course (ST0331) with one day per week at the University. The rest of the week you will be working in Exeter.
Future prospects
Following the chartership, you will become a lead quantity delivering projects by yourself.
Company benefits
Annual discretionary bonus scheme.
Things to consider
Interest in construction and the built environment.
About Hurley & Co
Chartered quantity surveying practice specialising in high-end residential projects across Devon and Cornwall
Website
www.hurleyco.co.ukContact name
Darren Hurley
Contact phone
01392346265
Contact email
recruitment@hurleyco.co.uk