Civil Engineer Apprentice Review
at Mott MacDonald
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Civil Engineering
Leeds
Review Submitted: April 2024
Overall Rating
3.6 /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!
3/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.4/5
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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:
3/5
I work as a project leader working on drainage projects for Yorkshire Water. My role involves aiding design, highlighting health and safety requirements, liasing with the client and helping third parties with any issues.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I'd say that it is challenging but in a good way. I enjoy learning technical details of projects and seeing the process in which structures are made.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt how to use websites such as BIM360 and CAD, as well as various other sites. I have also had to take on more responsibilities as i learn the technical side of design.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
Id say it is fairly well organised although I would like a detailed plan at the start of the year of the courses I will be taking and what they will entail.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I've had a mixed amount of support overall, which is probably due to the difference in the volume of work I have now compared to the start of my apprenticeship
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
2/5
When I am in classes the support is good, however it is hard to get in touch with tutors when away from college. This can be a problem if an assignment is due.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel that the course is very true to the job I'm doing and it has certainly helped my within my role. I would say that the course is slightly more geared towards site engineers which is understandable.
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
Yes there is a social club which put on even every month.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Mott MacDonald to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The staff are friendly and there are a lot of job opportunities.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mott MacDonald?
Go in with a good attitude and work hard
