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VolkerWessels

Trainee Quantity Surveyor Review

at VolkerWessels

Degree Apprenticeship

Surveying

Biggleswade

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

3.7 /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 - 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
Going on site, procuring subcontractors, producing subcontract orders, completing payment notices, valuating work.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy the programme, however it can get difficult managing work with university and the APTEM at the same time, especially in busy periods when assignments are due etc. But that's expected.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
0/5
Communication, time management,

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend VolkerWessels to a friend?
Yes
Why?
The company is welcoming and they provide help whenever its needed. Its easy to speak to people etc
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to VolkerWessels?
Manage your time properly
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