Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Level 4

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Who is the Construction Quantity Surveying Apprenticeship for?

Quantity Surveying is concerned with controlling and managing the costs of construction projects. As a Quantity Surveying Technician, you could be involved with any stage of a project, from feasibility, design and construction, through to extension, refurbishment, maintenance and even demolition.

Typical job titles can include: Assistant Quantity Surveyor, Assistant Construction Surveyor, Quantity Surveying Technician, Assistant Cost Engineer or Assistant Cost Analyst.

Study Mode

  • Online weekly Tutor led sessions with a blended learning approach:

    • Group Activities

    • Individual Tasks

    • Research

    • Tutorials - 1:1 support / feedback on assignment

    • Referrals

    • Standards - Evidence gathering

  • There is an End-Point-Assessment for this apprenticeship. This is when the learner will demonstrate they have learnt the required knowledge, skills and behaviours.

Duration

The duration of this apprenticeship is typically 21 months.

Qualifications to be awarded

  • Level 4 Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Apprenticeship

    • Awarding Body - CIOB

  • Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Quantity Surveying

    • Awarding Body - Pearson

  • Functional Skills English and maths (if required)

Start Date

New cohorts commence every 3-4 months.

Professional recognition

This Apprenticeship will include the knowledge, skills and behaviours typically required to achieve Technician status or the equivalent with the industry’s recognised professional bodies. The final assessment process for this Apprenticeship will typically be representative of the review process required for professional registration.

Behaviours:

  • Commitment to code of ethics

  • Continuing professional development

  • Commitment to equality and diversity

  • Communicate effectively

  • Conflict avoidance

  • Work in teams

  • Demonstrate innovation

Apprenticeship Standard

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Health and safety

  • Sustainability

  • Construction technology

  • Contracts

  • Procurement

  • Cost control

  • Financial reporting

  • Administration

Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Quantity Surveying

Units Overview

  • Construction Design Project

  • The Construction Environment

  • Digital Applications for Construction Information

  • Measuring & Estimating

  • Tender & Procurement

  • Construction Economics & Sustainability

  • Quantity Surveying Practice

  • Law & Legal Frameworks in Quantity Surveying

Progression Opportunities

On completion, learners can progress onto the Level 6 Construction Quantity Surveyor Degree or the Level 6 Construction Site Management Degree, resulting in a Degree certification, including professional accreditation.

How much does the Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Apprenticeship cost?

This programme costs £9,000 and is covered through a companies Apprenticeship Levy.

If the employer pays into the levy, the programme cost is fully covered through their levy contributions. For employers who do not pay into the levy, the payment structure is as follows:

  • Employers without a levy contribution will pay only 5% of the programme cost (£450) if the the apprentice is aged 22 or over.

  • Employers will receive full funding if the apprentice is aged 21 or under.

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