Assistant Engineer Review
at BAM
Graduate Scheme
Civil Engineering
Dewsbury
Review Submitted: November 2025
Overall Rating
4.4 /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 the Role
4.4/5
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Experience & Company Culture
4/5
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Recommendations & Advice
Overview of the Role
Overall, how would you describe your experience at BAM?
My experience at BAM has been very good. The interview and tendering process was a lot more sophisticated than other tier one companies. They arranged an engaging group exercise and also asked open and intriguing questions. Once successful they were transparent about job role, location and expectations. Since starting I have learnt a variety of skills including using CAD, total stations and GPS, I am now looking forward to my career with BAM.
What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?
-Setting out- I enjoy this the most as it involves interacting with the workers on site to ensure the correct construction practices and to deliver the project on time
-CAD- interpreting drawings, translating drawings into setting out on site and constructing my own drawrings
-Surveying- Surveying the works progress and keeping records and diaries
-CAD- interpreting drawings, translating drawings into setting out on site and constructing my own drawrings
-Surveying- Surveying the works progress and keeping records and diaries
To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?
4/5
I feel very involved but I am eager for more responsibility
How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?
5/5
Great benefits, car scheme and holiday packages
How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?
4/5
At times work can be slow but that is the nature of construction
How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?
5/5
Shadowing and learning alongside experienced engineers is helpful as it allows you to make mistakes, whilst learning the role
Experience & Company Culture
How is the support you receive?
5/5
Clear lines of communication and regular involvement from the early careers team, including a great graduate event which allows you to connect with graduates all over the country and discuss progress and build bonds.
How is your work-life balance?
3/5
Working hours are long and you cannot WFH
What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?
5/5
One of the best in the industry
How would you rate BAM initiatives when it comes to equality, diversity, inclusion and accessibility?
5/5
How would you rate BAM CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) initiatives?
4/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAM to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Its a good company that allows you to grow. The benefits and pay are some of the best in the industry and you feel valued working for BAM right from the day you walk through the door.
How well did the role match your expectations based on the recruitment process?
4/5
When considering the recruitment & onboarding process, have you any specific tips or advice you would give to others applying to BAM?
Relax and be yourself. The process isn't very technical but is more about finding out about you as a person. Make sure you communicate well and do prior homework on the group topic they give you.
