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BAM

Trainee QS Review

at BAM

Degree Apprenticeship

Surveying

Bridgwater

Review Submitted: March 2024

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 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.2/5 - 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
Commercial duties including subcontract management, change management, commercial cost forecast etc
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I enjoy the variety of work and the block release programme. The balance between work and studying is very good.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed skills in all areas required for quantity surveying

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is structured well but sometimes it may be better to know exam dates earlier and have the blocks a little more spread out.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I recieve a sufficient amount of support from my employer but more regular check ins would be more preferred
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
The support received from my training provider is excellent and they are always there to help.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
The qualifyication helps me perform better in some areas however the degree is construction based whereas my work is civil engineering based
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
There are a few networking events but not many at all.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good friendly place to work.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAM?
Ensure you stand out by having a cv that catches the eye and ensuring you perform well at the assessment centre.
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