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Apprentice Civil Engineer Review

at Kier Group

Degree Apprenticeship

Civil Engineering

Falmer

Review Submitted: February 2026

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 - 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:
4/5
My role involves working with and shadowing Project Managers and Project Engineers of a Civils background working on water treatment and supply sights fulfilling improvements needed to increase supply and meet current specifications
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy my role-the start was a little disorganised as it was their first year running apprenticeships

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt many professional skills and soft skills required to work in a professional capacity and collaborate effectively

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
3/5
it is well organise but had a slight communication issue initially
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
very supportive with mentors and buddies-Line managers are very good at progress reviews
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
support was good sometimes they took a while to iron out some key aspects such as gaining access to surveying equipment
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
it gives me much better understating of the applications of things i am learning
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
there are events-though i do not get involved in them

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Kier Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
they are a very thoughtful and good employer they give me many opportunities to expend my knowledge
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Kier Group?
to always ask questions and dont be afraid to speak up
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