Degree Apprentice - Civil Review
at Mott MacDonald
Degree Apprenticeship
Civil Engineering
Birmingham
Review Submitted: April 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!
3/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.6/5
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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:
3/5
Technical Assurance: Coordination and review of technical input from various disciplines for confidential project, reviewing compliance against industry standards.
Technical Advisor: Coordination of surveys for DfE project, liaising with schools and surveyors, and keeping track of deliverables. Producing reports in line with DfE framework, including feasibility reports - detailing the opportunities and constraints of a site and proposing suitable design options.
Technical Advisor: Coordination of surveys for DfE project, liaising with schools and surveyors, and keeping track of deliverables. Producing reports in line with DfE framework, including feasibility reports - detailing the opportunities and constraints of a site and proposing suitable design options.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
3/5
I find the apprenticeship rewarding and it has provided me a range of experience, ranging from technical to a more contractual role. I have received unwavering support from my mentors and colleagues.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Management of technical input and deliverables, establishing timeframes and communicating these in a clear manner. Communication with external stakeholders. Production of contracts, including collateral warranties and sub-consultancy agreements.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I appreciate having university block release ( 1 week per month) to entirely focus on university, as it allows me to fully engage with my studies without workplace distractions. However, it does mean that catching up on projects takes longer after being away for a week.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive unwavering support from my team and manager. I have quick regular check-ins with my manager, as well as the quarterly meetings to establish opportunities and goals.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
Quarterly check-ins with apprenticeship tutor, with line manager in attendance - one of which takes place in-person. Supportive tutors and staff who are willing to help.
There could be improved organisation and communication for some aspects of the training, including cover for absent lecturers - ensuring no training is missed out on.
There could be improved organisation and communication for some aspects of the training, including cover for absent lecturers - ensuring no training is missed out on.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
3/5
Provided more confidence in my technical understanding. Also, improved my organisation and time-management skills.
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
While I have recently stepped down from the role, I previously undertook the STEM / MiniBrum role where I organised and participated in activities aimed to promote Women in STEM and STEM careers and, in particular, careers at Mott MacDonald.
There are a large range of other roles to get involved in, including but not limited to:
-Early Careers Professionals (ECP's) - sustainability, university collaboration, STEM/MiniBrum, site visits...
-Sports and Social - organising office-wide events
-Arts and crafts lunch socials
-Lunch and learn sessions
There are a large range of other roles to get involved in, including but not limited to:
-Early Careers Professionals (ECP's) - sustainability, university collaboration, STEM/MiniBrum, site visits...
-Sports and Social - organising office-wide events
-Arts and crafts lunch socials
-Lunch and learn sessions
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Mott MacDonald to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Mott MacDonald provides a great range of tasks, helping to successfully work towards achieving KSBs and ICE attributes for EPA. Mott MacDonald have provided me with a range of tasks, helping my professional development in various areas. Receiving unwavering support from colleagues and mentor.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mott MacDonald?
Demonstrate being proactive and willingness to learn. Would highly recommend utilising the network at Mott MacDonald to enhance your learning and experience - learning from others experience in addition to university learning is invaluable.
Time management of both work and university studies can be difficult at times. Make sure to plan your time effectively and utilise the available time for study days - planning these ahead with your line manager.
Time management of both work and university studies can be difficult at times. Make sure to plan your time effectively and utilise the available time for study days - planning these ahead with your line manager.
