Trainee Quantity Surveyor Review
at John Sisk and Son Ltd
Degree Apprenticeship
Construction
London
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
3.8 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I work within the commercial team on a live project. I am involved in procurement, contracts, valuations, measurement and payments
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I find the programme well thought out and I am enjoying the learning
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt many new skills relating to the quantity surveying practice and further technical construction knowledge
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The programme works well, a few issues with assignment hand ins being very close together have made life a bit difficult
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Regular meetings with UCEM regarding all aspects of the job and personal safety
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Support has been great, if I ever have problems and raise them UCEM are quick to respond and resolve
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Particularly in this last year or so the modules have become more relevant to my role and I can use my knowledge from UCEM and work and vice versa
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
Occasional sporting and social events
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend John Sisk and Son Ltd to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They are a good company to work for and very work with me to ensure career progression.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to John Sisk and Son Ltd?
Be honest with your aspirations and Sisk will engineer a path for you to get there
