Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Review
at BAM
Degree Apprenticeship
Surveying
Chipping Warden, Banbury OX17, UK
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!
4/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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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 day to day role includes working with my manager, and engineers to carry out assessments for Subcontractor payments, and quotations they have submitted of compensation events. I also attend site visits when possible to gain experience.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I thoroughly enjoy the apprenticeship and would recommend it to anyone interested in joining the construction industry and would advise that people consider working in construction if they haven't already.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned a range of new skills in the past year I have been on the apprenticeship, such as cost control, contract management, health and safety, and financial reporting.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The apprenticeship is very well structured. The frequent meetings with tutors in particular to work on the Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours, means that I am consistently working on my learning as well as my day job which is highly beneficial.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I personally receive a great deal of support from my manager, keeping regular contact and ensuring my progress is always on track.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
As previously stated, the support from the training provider whilst on site is exceptional, with frequent meetings throughout the year to keep regular contact and to make sure everything is progressing well on site and in my studies.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
The skills I have learned through my training provider and the requirements of progress tracking has definitely benefitted me in my role, and has allowed me to understand the areas in which I have developed and areas which could be further developed.
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
I have recently joined the work football 5 a side team, and I would like to get involved in the professional networking events my company offers.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
BAM is a great company who cares for their employees, and the apprenticeship in particular is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience whilst working towards a degree, which is highly valued. The training provider BAM have partnered with are also exceptional at providing support to help you grow.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAM?
When applying to the company just be yourself, and don't be afraid to show off your achievements. Try to gain experience within the industry you are applying to prior to the interview so you can show your knowledge and have an understanding of what you enjoy about the role.
