Apprentice Cost Consultant Review
at Mace
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Construction
Manchester
Review Submitted: May 2023
Overall Rating
4.4 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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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
Assisting with the compilation of tender documents. Attending site to assist with the monthly valuation processes then pulling together documents to send to the Project Manager. Reviewing costs/ quotations from contractors to substantiate their validity. Joining design team meetings to see how the design will change and the cost implications to this. Calculating feasibility studies taking into account bench- marking, inflation and risk allowances.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I am enjoying the programme and the variety of training provided to develop my skills.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Time management skills are required to manage deadlines and work load across your different projects. IT skills are developing with each new software I use such as BIM.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is well structured in terms of internal apprenticeship training/ uni training. There are many support systems to track development and ensure you are continually progressing.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I have always felt supported by my line manager and other seniors that I work with. If I felt that I had an issue with anything there would always be someone I would feel comfortable raising this with.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Uni lecturers are always available and make it known that they are contactable should you need any help. There are also Link Tutors who are a representative from the university that have regular reviews with to talk about progression and any concerns.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
The information at university is sometimes dated and can feel irrelevant however it gives a good basis of understanding and context to the wider role of the QS and how it has developed over time.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There are plenty of networking groups within Mace for all types of backgrounds and interests to get involved with should you wish.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Mace to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I enjoy my time in work learning new things and experiences. The team is supportive and theres plenty of routes to progress.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mace?
Make sure you know why you want to apply to that specific role before interviews and that you understand and resonate with Mace's values.
