Unit 1 Verney Junction Business Park
MK18 2LB

WALKER CONSTRUCTION (U.K.) LIMITED - Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Apprentice

Salary: £21,700 a year
Working Pattern: Full Time
Contract Type: Apprenticeship
Hours: 45
Closing Date: Fri 31 Jul 2026 - 11:59 pm UTC
WALKER CONSTRUCTION (U.K.) LIMITED - Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Apprentice

Summary

Are you an aspiring Quantity Surveyor? Look at the great apprenticeship based in Buckingham.

Annual wage: £21,700 a year
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Training course: Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)

Hours
Monday- Friday 07:30- 17:00
45.0 hours a week

Possible start date: Tuesday 01 September 2026

Duration: 3 Years

Positions available: 1

Work

As an apprentice, you'll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You'll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you'll do at work

The Company offering this great apprenticeship is Walker Construction Limited based in Buckingham. This company are a family-owned businesses known for their commitment to employees, customers, and the community, fostering a sense of loyalty and stability. Walker Construction Limited have successfully delivered numerous high-profile projects, cementing their position as a trusted and forward-thinking partner in the UK rail industry with an ability to combine decades of experience with a relentless drive for innovation makes them standout among SME contractors, consistently delivering projects that are not just built for today, but designed for the future of rail transportation. In addition to rail they are very successful in building and civil engineering.

In this role, you will assist Project Quantity Surveyors in preparation of interim and final accounts, manage day to day commercial and contract activities., sub-contract procurement ensuring maximum value for money, assist Project Quantity Surveyors in sub-contract valuations and final accounts, learn the working practices of NEC 3/4 and JCT Conditions of Contract, gathering information for preparation of compensation events/variations (depending on form of contract). You will undertake site measures when required and work closely with the site management teams and be responsible for assisting the Project Quantity Surveyors in cost planning and commercial management throughout the life-cycle of a project from inception to post-completion.

On completion of your apprenticeship you will gain a Level 4 in Quantity Surveying Techician.

Where you'll work

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

BEDFORD COLLEGE

Your training course

Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)

Your training plan

The Level 4 Construction Quantity Surveying Technician apprenticeship provides training to individuals seeking to enter or advance in the quantity surveying field. This apprenticeship combines on-the-job training with academic study, leading to a nationally recognized qualification. The program focuses on developing practical skills, technical knowledge, and professional behaviours necessary for a quantity surveying technician role.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

  • Maths (grade 9 - 4)
  • English (grade 9 - 4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Number skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Problem solving skills

Other requirements

Please consider your transport links to get to both the employers location and the college.
Candidates must attend an initial interview with a member of our Apprenticeship Recruitment Team if they meet the initial criteria as part of the recruitment process.
Only Candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered.
Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.

About this company

This company are a family-owned businesses known for their commitment to employees, customers, and the community, fostering a sense of loyalty and stability. Walker Construction Limited have successfully delivered numerous high-profile projects, cementing their position as a trusted and forward-thinking partner in the UK rail industry with an ability to combine decades of experience with a relentless drive for innovation makes them standout among SME contractors, consistently delivering projects that are not just built for today, but designed for the future of rail transportation. In addition to rail they are very successful in building and civil engineering.

After this apprenticeship

  • To move from an apprentice to an Assistant QS/Project QS and further (opportunity dependant) for the right candidate

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WALKER CONSTRUCTION (U.K.) LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000033984.

Apply now

Closes on Friday 31 July 2026

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