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Balfour Beatty

Apprentice Project manager Review

at Balfour Beatty

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Construction

Derby

Review Submitted: February 2025

Overall Rating

4.5 /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
4.2/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
At Balfour Beatty i work within the asset and technology solutions SBU. My Job revolves around the maintenance and safety of our HGV Fleet.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I am thoroughly enjoying my programme, The course is set out very well and i always feel supported by the people at QA and from all of my co-workers. This helps me enjoy it as i never feel stressed from the workload or pressure.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have developed and learnt many new skills during this role. This includes my ability to communicate with stakeholders which is key to my job role.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The programme is very well structured, I usually have a online workshop once a month on a certain topic and then work to complete based on that topic.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a lot of support from My coworkers and line manager at Balfour Beatty, for both my apprenticeship and workload.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
There is a lot of support from the provider as i have a monthly meeting with my Learning consultant who is always there to offer expertise and 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 that the skills, knowledge and behaviours that i will learn and develop within this programme will be very beneficial to my role.
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
At Balfour Beatty, There is a programme called R-life which creates and provides activities in and out of work which creates opportunities to socialise with colleagues and also network outside of the work.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Balfour Beatty is great place to work. They promote Inclusivity, equality and a key focus on the people that work here.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?
Just be yourself
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