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Galliford Try

Trainee Quantity Surveyor Review

at Galliford Try

Degree Apprenticeship

Surveying

Inverness / Inbhir Nis

Review Submitted: October 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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - 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
Managing the costs and contractual requirements of construction projects
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Very enjoyable

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Huge opportunities for growth

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Very well organised with regular communication from learning and development department
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Line manager and others were supportive of my learning and career growth.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Plenty. time given off when needed for study / exams.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
More is learned within the workplace than the classroom.
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
Yes - ample opportunity for all of the above.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Galliford Try to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great company with great people who support each other.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Galliford Try?
Do everything you can to ensure you are a great applicant, as Galliford Try is a fantastic company!
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