Freddie Dawkins Starts His PBC Apprenticeship

Freddie joined our Cost Consultancy team 4-months ago on a work experience placement, providing undivided support to our PBC team.

Given his successful placement, we are excited to announce that from the start of November, Freddie will now be permanently joining our PBC team as an Apprentice Quantity Surveyor.

Have a read of Freddie’s journey below:

Q: Can you tell us a bit about your role so far and how you have been supporting the team?

Freddie: “I have been measuring quantities for projects using cost X, drafting payment certificates and recommendations for valuations. I have also enjoyed attending project and progress meetings and travelling to sites, such as 75 Farringdon Road and The White Hart, Lincoln (part of the Loxley collection)”

Q: What are you most looking forward to within your role?

Freddie: “I am really looking forward to being part of projects, watching the growth and development from start to finish. I am excited to gain more experience and learn further from the team, whilst I start my studies to become a Charted Quantity Surveyor in March”.

Q: We know you enjoy travelling, where has been your favourite destination this year?

Freddie: “Definitely Krakow, there’s a lot of architecture and history, Auschwitz is quite a chilling experience you can’t describe, I would definitely recommend visiting”

Q: Would you recommend apprenticeships as a pathway for others looking to get into building and construction?

Freddie: “Yes, I am starting my studies in March, not only am I getting on the job experience but also learning so much at the same time. I also have the support of the team and get to work on “real” projects that are all helping me shape my pathway and career”.

Freddie will be continuing to support George Clark primarily, as well as the wider Cost Consultancy team, assisting with Measurement/Quantification, Cost Planning, Tender and contract documentation, Valuations, Cost Reporting and Final Accounts.

Having worked closely with Freddie, Senior Quantity Surveyor George Clark stated:

“Freddie has settled into the PBC team with ease and has developed good relationship with his colleagues. Freddie has developed his cost consultant knowledge over the last few months has become an asset with his collaborative approach to projects and key tasks. We’re excited to have Freddie on board, and we are looking forward to enhancing his development while working on great projects together.”

Freddie will be starting his studies with the University College of Estate Management early next year, studying to become a qualified Charted Quantity Surveyor.

We are proud to announce our second in-house apprenticeship program at PBC, fostering innovation and enhancing the skills of our workforce.

Wishing you all the best Freddie, we look forward to your continued support and hearing all about your recent trips!