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Kier Group

Assistant Quantity Surveyor Review

at Kier Group

Degree Apprenticeship

Surveying

Cambridge

Review Submitted: March 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
4/5 - 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
Managing packages of works/ various subcontractors. Managing budget, maximising value whilst reducing cost.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
University block weeks is ideal along with the type of jobs and support i receive make it enjoyable and a great learning experience.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
How to manage people. Value works. Manage budgets. Maximise revenue

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well structured and organised. Each subject leads on to the next.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Daily support by the more senior staff around me.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Plenty of support in the form of training sessions and time to complete tasks.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
A lot better as it gives insight into various other parts of construction as well as knowledge on areas that would otherwise be hard to understand.
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
Not sure as i don't live in this region i commute.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Kier Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Good place to work with lots of senior to people to learn from. Everyone is positive about helping you progress and learn.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Kier Group?
Come prepared to learn and don't be afraid to make mistakes
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