Project Assistant Review
at Mace
Degree Apprenticeship
Project Management
Heathrow Airport (LHR), Hounslow TW6 1QG, UK
Review Submitted: March 2024
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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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:
5/5
Speaking with stakeholders, responding to emails, working with the planners on the programme, supplier progress updates on site to check their are on schedule, arranging meetings for key milestones etc
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy my Programme, I look forward to coming into work and working with my project team. Every day is different and there are always new challenges to deal with.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes I have developed communication skills and confidence in my role. I have also developed my organization and teamwork skills as there is a wide variety of people involved in my project from various companies.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
There is structured internal training from Mace as a company as well as the university I work with.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
There is a lot of support from the employer, my line manager is very supportive in helping me get the experience I need to excel and gives me responsibility in my role.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
As it is an online university it can be tricky to know how to go to when you need support in a particular subject however there are contacts available when you need support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel like my qualification in construction management is very relevant to my current work role and I can constantly apply what I am learning to my day to day tasks.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
There is lots of volunteering opportunities for you to get involved in which is also a good networking opportunity. The internal training sessions provided by Mace also give you an opportunity to meet other apprentices.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Mace to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a great company to work for, with good people who are knowledgeable and can help you understand the project and how to become a good project manager.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mace?
Be yourself and show a willingness to learn and take on responsibility from the get go. It can be hard work juggling both working and university but both parties are accommodating and help you to achieve this.
