Civil engineer Review
at Balfour Beatty
Degree Apprenticeship
Civil Engineering
St Helens, Merseyside
Review Submitted: March 2024
Overall Rating
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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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 requires certain techniques to transport a road design, into reality. it involves problem solving, communication and planning.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I love interracting with my co-workers and enjoy the problem solving aspect, aswell as the clear plan and focus of my goals, i also get a lot of support from my colleagues which makes my life a lot easier.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
i have learned and developed a great deal of skills, mainly communication skills and organisational skills. i have of coarse learned practical skills on site, as i am a setting out civil engineer so i have learned skills based on setting out methods.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My programme is organised well, i have a great support system and have been given a clear structure for my development.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
i recieve a lot of support from my employer, my line manager is very helpful and if i ever have a question he always has an answer. This makes work very enjoyable and stress free as i feel supported.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I recieve support from my training provider, and they always remind me to ask questions if i am ever confused.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Currently i havent noticed much benefit so far to my job role, but i understand the skills i am learning now will be of effect in the future.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
yes there are, i have participated in many extracurricular activities, ivolving a charity run, and social events.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great to develop skills, lots of support in place. Great people.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
have a good attitude as it can take you to far places in life.
