Assistant Quantity Surveyor Review
at VolkerWessels
Degree Apprenticeship
Surveying
Preston
Review Submitted: March 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
I am an Assistant Quantity Surveyor based on on a flood storage reservoir project in greater Manchester. My responsibilities consist of day to day running of the project including contract admin, managing subcontractors on site, managing change inc pricing variations, preparing subcontract packages, monthly valuations and reporting to senior management.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy my degree apprenticeship the balance of working and Uni works very well. I have had exposure I all aspects of my role and I like the fact that everyday is different and constantly changing which I have deal with due to the nature of high value infrastructure projects.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Since starting my apprenticeship I have developed many new skills including communication, negotiation, my Microsoft excel knowledge and presentation skills so I have become more confident in speaking in front of people in formal and non formal environments.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well structured especially from the employers side, we have a designated training lead for the commercial side of the business which supports me progressing with my APC.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
All the support I require, I feel like I can raise any concerns with anyone within the business not just my line manager.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
We get the support we require and regular 3 way check ins with the employer myself and the University.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It has given me the foundations to the knowledge I have already attainted from working in the industry on a day-to-day basis.
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 - Many professional networking events a year inc conferences, social events team building days out.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend VolkerWessels to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The company has the adequate resource to be able to support your training requirements in whatever way required.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to VolkerWessels?
Feel free to be yourself and go for it, there are multiple opportunities to progress.
