Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Review
at Kier Group
Degree Apprenticeship
Surveying
Bournemouth
Review Submitted: May 2025
Overall Rating
4.3 /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
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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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
My role consists of managing a small group of subcontractors commercially, this includes assessing payment applications, processing payments, putting together and negotiating contracts whilst also keeping track of subcontractors progress and quality on site.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
Very Much
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
My communication skills have dramatically improved, along with my time management skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well organised - with tracking for my degree being frequent
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
In regards to university - the support from Sheffield Hallam and Kier is brilliant.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Alot of helpful and frequent support
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
At the minute, it is giving me the basic knowledge that i can apply to my full time role, leading to slow but consistent development.
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 - there are a variety of activities to be involved in.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Kier Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Kier have a welcoming and friendly culture, as a business their benefits are some of the best and you are treated with respect.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Kier Group?
Make personal interaction, the application process can sometimes rule people out just because of specific requirements. Make personal contact - whether this is at careers events or by personally emailing/ phoning.
