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Mace

Assistant Commercial Manager Review

at Mace

Degree Apprenticeship

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Cricklewood

Review Submitted: April 2025

Overall Rating

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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - 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
On a day to day basis my role includes reviewing contractors quotes and negotiating with he client regarding change. I also manage the logistics package which requires constant attention for example sending out instructions. Lastly, I send out PO's to external contractor's for example Enfield and greenhams.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy my programme because not only does it allow me to grow my skills day to day on site but with my day release I get to learn things at uni that otherwise I would not learn on my current project and I may need on my next project.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Every day I encounter new tasks and issues which develops my skills and also makes me develop new skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
My programme is very structured doing 4 days on site and one day at uni every week.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive lots of support from my employer with all members of staff being able to help if I ever have any queries at any time.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I get lots of support from my training provider for example I get constant catch up with my university to track my process.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Over the last few years I have learned lots from my training provider and these things I have learned have helped me progress in my role.
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
I am currently setting up a site wide 5 a-side football tournament for charity that will be taking place next month.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Mace to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Mace is a global company that offers opportunities like no other for example working in different countries and working on some of the worlds largest and best projects.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Mace?
Ensure to listen to your superiors and take everything on board. Also, You will not realize how much you learn on each project until you go onto your next project.
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