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Mace

Associate Director Review

at Mace

Degree Apprenticeship

Construction

London

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

3.9 /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!

2.5/5 - Overview of Role
3/5 - Skills Development
4.2/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
3/5
Managing the estimating / cost consultancy service to support a major UK infrastructure project
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
I have worked on numerous major projects over my career. The current project is interesting albeit slow.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
3/5
Enhanced existing skills, found out more about the background / basis of management process

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
There is a clear structure to both our management team & the client side, which are both well organised.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
Significant & meaningful support from my line manager & the business.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Corndel were an excellent training provider & [This section of the comment has been removed by a member of the Higherin Team because it did not meet our site terms and conditions] was an outstanding professional development expert, who supported me throughout my course.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
The qualification I gained - CMI Level 5 Leadership, helps underpin my work & recognises my level of experience.
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
Yes, team events on site, charity events, volunteering, social events, client networking events etc.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Mace to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Excellent employer, leading global construction & consultancy business, many opportunities to develop & succeed in your career.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mace?
Regularly check the Mace website for opportnities across the world. Don't worry about applying & make sure your CV is bespoke to the opportunities on offer.
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