Apprentice Quantity Surveyor

Closes in 8 days (Friday 14 November 2025 at 11:59pm)

Kickstart your career in Construction Quantity Surveying apprenticeship with PMI Limited. Combine classroom learning with real‑world experience, working on live projects and gaining practical skills in cost estimation and contract management. Learn from industry professionals and earn a nationally recognised BTEC Level 4 HNC in Quantity Surveying.

Starting salary is £20,000 per annum for the first year. A planned increase will be considered following a performance appraisal.

Training course: Construction Quantity Surveying Technician (Level 4).

Hours: Working Hours: Monday to Friday 07:30am‑4:30pm includes a 1‑hour unpaid lunch break. 40 hours a week.

Monday 9 February 2026

Duration: 3 years

Work

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

What you’ll do at work

Key Responsibilities

As an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor, you’ll support the commercial team in managing project finances and variations. Key responsibilities include:

• Monitoring Project Costs: Track and report financial movements for each project, ensuring accurate records of income and expenditure.
• Variation Management: Collect and organise all relevant data for project variations, including photos, drawings, and cost details.
• Submit compiled information to the Project Manager and Senior QS for review and approval.
• Drawing Reviews: Regularly check updated drawings to identify changes that may impact project timelines or costs.

Where you’ll work

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

CROYDON COLLEGE

Training course

Construction Quantity Surveying Technician (Level 4)

• Health and Safety: Apply health and safety issues to all activities.
• Sustainability: Demonstrate application of the principles of sustainability.
• Construction Technology: Assist in the implementation of the most appropriate solutions for construction projects.
• Contracts: Be able to apply different types of contracts to different situations.
• Procurement: Assist in the selection of and negotiation with specialist contractors for a construction project.
• Cost Control: Assist in the measurement and costing of construction works during a project.
• Financial Reporting: Assist in the preparation of financial reports, cash flow and cost forecasts for a construction project.
• Administration: Assist in the collection, collation and storage of relevant data and its analysis.

Training will take place at Croydon College Campus on a day‑release basis (one day per week).

The role is based at SL6 4UW, and while regular travel to Croydon College is expected, any additional travel requirements will be discussed with the candidate in advance.

More training information

As part of your apprenticeship, you’ll receive structured training delivered by Croydon College. You’ll attend college one day per week on a day‑release basis, with at least 20% of your working hours dedicated to training and study.

This blend of classroom learning and on‑the‑job experience will help you develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in your role.

Requirements

GCSE in:

• Mathematics (grade 5)

Other:

Construction or Projects Management (grade Pass)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Customer care skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Creative
• Initiative
• Physical fitness

Other requirements

A driving licence is helpful but not essential, and on‑site parking is available. A CSCS card isn’t required as the role is office‑based, though site visits may occur and certification can be arranged later. The office is a 10‑minute walk from Maidenhead Station with direct links to Paddington and Central London. If you have relevant qualifications or experience, please inform the company; your apprenticeship can be tailored to reflect your existing knowledge and skills.

About this employer

Premier Mechanical Installations Limited is a mechanical fabrication and installation company specialising in data centre projects across the UK and Europe. We support our clients throughout the design phase of each project, with a particular focus on chilled‑water cooling systems. Once the design drawings are approved, we convert them into detailed fabrication drawings. This involves breaking down the system into modular pipe sections, which are then manufactured for installation.

The company regularly organises team activities to encourage collaboration and enjoyment outside of work.

After this apprenticeship

• There will be opportunities for promotion based on demonstrated skills and performance.

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CROYDON COLLEGE

Farhana Rahman

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000347038.

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Closes in 8 days (Friday 14 November 2025 at 11:59pm)

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