Apprentice Site Manager Review
at SJ Roberts Construction
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Construction
Marton-in-Cleveland, Middlesbrough, UK
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.2/5
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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:
4/5
Site Management – I work closely with the Site Manager on SJ Roberts Homes, which is where S J Roberts Construction is both Developer & Builder. This involves dealing with all staff, sub-contractors, H&S in order to ensure the build runs to schedule and the quality of the build is maintained.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I have been on the HNC for Construction & the Built Environment which provided a broad introduction to site construction, but being on site and dealing with a live project is very beneficial and to feel one of the team. This made it enjoyable from the point of view of relevance, working within a team and nurturing working relationships.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learnt many new skills including dealing with all type of people, organisational, the importance of site safety, delivering toolbox talks, problem solving and working within a team.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
It was organised to an extent but allowed for flexibility and did not overwhelm me with too much to start with. It allowed me to complete tasks and gain confidence as I went along and when I was competent with each task I would move on to the next.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
A good amount of support both in the workplace and from Head Office, and I knew that if I had any questions I had only to ask. All were very patient, helpful and encouraging. I shadowed the H&S manager to give me the confidence for checking the safety of the site and the processes. I was confident that I could talk to my employer if I did not understand anything and that I would be helped but without being spoon-fed. I also was asked to be on local radio which helped with my communication skills and confidence, as well as my self-esteem.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My training provider, at Shrewsbury Colleges, gave me lots of help and works very closely with the Employer.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
It was a good course and an invaluable introduction to Site Management, and a happy marriage between the theory and the reality of working on a live project.
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
There are a number of social activities which mainly involve fundraising eg pie and pudding nights at a local pub, charity runs etc as well as Christmas functions.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend SJ Roberts Construction to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a prolific Company with a good reputation. It has good ethics, friendly and helpful workforce. A good mix of people and characters. It also provides access to counselling should anyone need it with an ad hoc counsellor whom you can contact if you want to. It is proactive and always looking to make improvements and cares about it staff. There is always scope for progression within the company.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to SJ Roberts Construction?
Show your eagerness, know something about the company, do ask any questions you may have, ensure you present yourself in a good manner (clean and tidy). If you get an apprenticeship with the company, take all the opportunities you can to progress and learn. Develop good relationships and a good reputation for yourself as you will be noticed.
