Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Review
at Balfour Beatty
Degree Apprenticeship
Surveying
Coventry
Review Submitted: February 2024
Overall Rating
4.8 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.6/5
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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
My job role mainly involves cost management, contract administration and commercial management. I have about 7 Subcontractor whom l manage contractually and a big packege subcontractor with who l support a managing QS on as way to get more experience on the job. I often go on site tour and site visit as part of my role.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I am enjoying my programme to a greater extent because of my supportive manager who are eager to impart their knowledge and experience on to me. I am happy with what l have achieved so far .
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I am happy to that l have amassed a lot of interpersonal and professional skills which has boosted my confidence since starting work here. I have learnt profession related skills like contract management i.e issuing CEs and EWNs which key skills. I have become more confident in myself and manage to present in front of huge crowds.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Am proud to say that my programme well structure in that everything is planned carefully and set in motion with little to surprises.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I recieve a lot support from my manager and the rest of the team l work with. The employer promote an environment that is condusive and allows for growth.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
In as much as l spend a lot of my time at work but l find the little time l spend at university well spend and worthit.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I very confident.
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
Yes the employer offers team building activities, professional and social gatherins.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The immerse support you get from those around, flexible working schedules and great place to work.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
You've made the right choice and if you succeed work on your goal while knowing that there is nothing such as a silly question. Ask if unsure.
