Apprentice Building Surveyor Review
at Savills
Degree Apprenticeship
Construction
London
Review Submitted: February 2023
Overall Rating
4.6 /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
4.4/5
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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
I undertake various property inspections based on the state and condition of the property and the fixtures within it. Following these inspections I report on my findings.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The programme is hard work, but is very engaging and enjoyable. There are always new challenges to solve.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Short answer is yes. This apprenticeship will help to develop someone in various ways. Throughout the programme you will develop various skills to perform your role, as well as general employability and essential life skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is very well organised, and this has only improved during my time here.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
The employer are very supportive, and provide lots of assistance wherever needed.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
The training provider is also very supportive, providing various systems and resources to support our development, and our mental health.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My qualification is directly related to my role, so it really does help me perform in my day to day activities.
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
Savills are a very social business, and provide many different extracurricular opportunities.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Savills to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Savills provide a great working environment and friendly to people to work with and learn from. The company cares about the well being of its employees and this reflects on the experience of working here.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Savills?
Plan in advance. Know what job you are applying for and research what you can to gain an understanding of this environment. Demonstrate this throughout your application and interview.
