Assistant Quantity surveyor Review
at Kier Group
Degree Apprenticeship
Civil Engineering
Huntingdon
Review Submitted: May 2025
Overall Rating
3.8 /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
3.2/5
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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
As an Assistant QS I handle the day to day process of the commercial management of the HEMS Framework for the AW contract. this includes application processing, early warnings, CVR, BUR, payment notices, operations meetings, materials claims and cost analysis.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I haven't had much experience of the program yet however the little experience i have had has been enjoyable.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learned and developed many skills including report righting, communication skills, deadline management, Software usage (predominantly Excel).
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
The program is well organized however is very open ended with study expectations so far, by this i mean while the classes and assessments are structured the expectations of off the job hours are far more loose, for those who are new to the job it allows for any and all new learning however for me (who has worked in the job from before the degree course) this ambiguity has prevented me form studying effectively due to a lack of suggested reading materials or subject recommendations.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
4/5
I receive a large amount of support from my workplace including study days and support from my collogues
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
I have 4 1 weeks block weeks a year each followed by a single hand in assessment. out side of those block weeks I am able to contact my tutors but otherwise don't receive overt support.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
By studying the subject i will be able to fill out my understanding of the fundamentals and expand my knowledge outside of my current departments field. additionally the degree course also finishes with an accreditation interview which will allow for broader horizons afterwards.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
2/5
Not that i have been made aware of.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Kier Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
They care about their Employs, provide good benefits and improvement opportunities. They actively encourage self development and reward it.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Kier Group?
Its ok if you don't know everything to start, Kier also look at your potential and are willing to train you to it. even if you apply for a lower level job you are able to progress by showing skill and knowledge learned.
