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Assistant Construction Manager Review

at Manchester Airport Group

Degree Apprenticeship

Construction

Greater Manchester

Review Submitted: February 2026

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 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.6/5 - 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
My role is very interesting as I am not doing anything the same day to day. Reviewing RAMS, supervising construction activities and coordinating activities on site.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I do enjoy the most part of it, however the economics side of the programme, is fairly intense and sometime difficult to understand.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Developing skills to manage construction activities and constantly building my knowledge base on health and safety.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The days are long and intense, 4 x 2 hour lectures on one day are alot.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My colleagues are very helpful when I have any questions relating the any tasks or lectures.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
The lecturers are always forthcoming with offering time and resource to help in any way.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Applying the knowledge I have built on from my course has helped a lot.
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 some events that have been planned and they are good team building opportunities.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Manchester Airport Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great culture to be around and everyone is very supportive on personal growth.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Manchester Airport Group?
Never shy away from asking questions, there is always support available.
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