Summary
Along with structured learning and development throughout your apprenticeship scheme and beyond, MWH also offer a variety of benefits, such as structured salary scheme, mentorship dedicated to support your career and invaluable industry experience.
Wage
£18,000 a year
There is a structured salary for apprenticeships with regular salary increases every 6 months up until the end of their apprenticeship.
Training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Hours
Typical working week is Monday - Friday. Start time can be between 7 - 10am and finish time 3 - 6pm. To be agreed with manager
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Start date
Monday 8 September 2025
Duration
3 years
Positions available
1
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
* Understanding basic operations of project delivery including design and construction of water and wastewater projects, including sewage and water treatment plants, pipelines, pump stations, and related facilities
* Produce timely high quality tender prices that are technically and commercially competitive and meet the client’s requirements
* Learning to interpret project drawings, specifications, and other technical documents to develop comprehensive estimates
* Collaborating with project managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to gather necessary information and clarify project requirements
* Utilising estimating software and tools to perform quantity take-offs, cost analysis, and pricing of materials, labour, and equipment
* Supporting the development of bid proposals and tender submissions by organising and presenting estimate data effectively
* Participating in site visits and meetings to gain practical insight into project requirements and challenges
* Assisting in maintaining accurate records of estimating activities, including documentation of assumptions and methodologies used in estimates
* Staying updated on industry trends, regulations, and best practices related to water and wastewater and civil estimating
* Understanding and supporting the business governance processes
* Understanding and participating in contract negotiations.
Where you’ll work
MWH Treatment
Suite 2, Third Floor South
Cardinal Square, 10 Nottingham Road
Derby
DE1 3QT
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
College or training organisation
DCG
Your training course
Construction quantity surveying technician (level 4)
Equal to higher national certificate (HNC)
Course contents
* 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.
Your training plan
* Construction Quantity Surveying Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
* English (grade 4)
* Maths (grade 4)
A Level in:
* Relevant subjects (grade 3 x A Levels at grade C)
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
* Communication skills
* IT skills
* Attention to detail
* Organisation skills
* Problem solving skills
* Logical
* Team working
* Initiative
* Non judgemental
* Patience