Quantity Surveying Technician with Axis in Oldbury, Birmingham

This is a two year apprenticeship with one of our social value contractors Axis and the role plans to start in May 2025.

Becoming an apprentice at Axis Europe is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. You will work alongside experienced colleagues, whilst learning on the job. You will be expected to attend school/college once a week as part of your apprenticeship. Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship, you could be offered a permanent position.

In this Quantity Surveying Technician Level 4 apprenticeship you will work alongside an experienced and qualified Quantity Surveyor to:

• Develop a clear understanding of Commercial Controls on Contracts.
• Gain an understanding of the Schedule of Rate codes and how these are applied to work orders.
• Assist in reviewing variations submitted by sub-contractors to Axis for further works ensuring where necessary variations are approved by the client.
• Assist in the submission of Applications for Payment.
• Gain an understanding of the application of contra charges and cost transfers as well as assist in ensuring they are applied where appropriate.

To meet the entry requirements for this apprenticeship you need to:

• Be educated to GCSE standard (English and Maths grade 4/C or above) or Functional Skills Level 2 equivalent.
• Be able to communicate messages clearly and accurately on the telephone and in person.
• Have some experience of Microsoft Office applications, including Word and Excel.
• Have strong attention to detail skills.

Benefits:

• Annual Holiday: Starting with 22 days including bank holidays which will increase after 1 years’ service to a maximum of 5 days.
• Long Service Awards: Continuous service at key achievements is rewarded.
• Perk box: From free coffees and cinema tickets to trips away and so much more.
• Volunteer days: Paid yearly for a worthy cause.
• Access to Learning and development opportunities: These include financial wellbeing, technical skills and coaching.
• Travel Expenses covered: Enable travel to/from college, apprentice and/or other work-related events.

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