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Bagnalls

Contract manager Review

at Bagnalls

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Project Management

Ellesmere Port

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
Some days I am out meeting clients and measuring jobs to be quoted for. Some days I'm on site managing a team of painters. Other days I'm in the office doing the admin side of it, pricing the work up.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I really enjoy my role, every day is different which keeps the interest alive in my opinion.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned about final Account measuring and estimating, how to meet with customers and sell the company in a positive way to help win work. I am learning about project management and all the key aspects that go with it to help me run jobs successfully.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
A lot of support is given, one to one meeting bi weekly to discuss my progress and how I'm feeling.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
A lot, I can join weekly drop in sessions and have one to one meetings when ever I need help.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Definitely helps me understand how to manage a project effectively and successfully.
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
Yes, we have team days out such as going the Chester races.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Bagnalls to a friend?
Yes
Why?
You are given a lot of support to help learn everything about the role and the industry. There is a lot of experience in the office and good working relationships.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Bagnalls?
Be confident and be yourself
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