Apprentice Project Controls Review
at Arcadis
Degree Apprenticeship
Project Management
York
Review Submitted: February 2025
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!
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:
5/5
My role involves managing and reviewing project cost, risk, schedule and change control and produce reporting packs to report on the data. On a day to day basis I create reports and dashboards that feed into the reporting packs.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy my programme it allows me to do a day to day job while also attending university. This makes it as enjoyable as I can see how the theory says one thing while the practise my bit slightly different.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt many new skills while been in my role. I have further enhanced my communication skills while been in the role. I have also developed skills and process on how to become a good project controller. I have also learnt how to use PowerBI and PowerApps.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very Organised
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
They give me all the support I need, If i need more time on assignments they are more than happy to give it tome and also if I ask any questions they are more than happy to help.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Good support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It allows me to see a different side to the how it may be practised. It allows me to go back to the basics if I am struggling on a certain task and make sure I use the right theory.
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
I have been able to attend several professional networking events and also several team social which is good for networking
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Arcadis to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Fantastic employer who is willing to help you get the best of your degree and Career
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Arcadis?
Just be yourself and familiarise yourself with the company and its values
