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!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4/5
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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:
5/5
As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, you support the commercial management of construction projects, helping to ensure works are delivered within budget, compliant with contracts, and financially controlled from start to finish. The role is both technical and commercial, combining cost management with contract administration
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I enjoy the commercial side of construction and being involved in the financial management of projects. I particularly like working with cost reports, valuations, and subcontractor packages, as it helps me understand how decisions on site impact the overall project budget.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Cost Management & Financial Control – Developed the ability to monitor budgets, track costs, and understand how commercial decisions affect overall project profitability.
Cost Reporting & Cashflow Awareness – Gained experience assisting with monthly cost reports, CVRs, and cashflow forecasting, improving commercial awareness.
Subcontractor & Package Management – Built skills in procuring packages, reviewing quotations, and supporting subcontractor account management.
Valuations & Payments – Developed confidence in preparing and assessing monthly valuations and understanding payment procedures.
Variation & Change Control – Improved ability to identify, record, and assist in pricing variations, ensuring changes are properly controlled and reported.
Contractual Knowledge – Increased understanding of construction contracts (e.g. JCT), contractual obligations, and commercial risk.
Cost Reporting & Cashflow Awareness – Gained experience assisting with monthly cost reports, CVRs, and cashflow forecasting, improving commercial awareness.
Subcontractor & Package Management – Built skills in procuring packages, reviewing quotations, and supporting subcontractor account management.
Valuations & Payments – Developed confidence in preparing and assessing monthly valuations and understanding payment procedures.
Variation & Change Control – Improved ability to identify, record, and assist in pricing variations, ensuring changes are properly controlled and reported.
Contractual Knowledge – Increased understanding of construction contracts (e.g. JCT), contractual obligations, and commercial risk.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
My programme is well organised and structured. I plan my workload around monthly commercial cycles such as valuations, cost reporting, and payment deadlines, which helps me prioritise tasks effectively. I keep my work organised by maintaining clear records, tracking actions, and planning ahead for upcoming deliverables. Where priorities change, I adapt my programme accordingly while ensuring key commercial deadlines are met.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a good level of support from my employer. I am supported by senior team members who are available to provide guidance when required, and I am encouraged to ask questions and develop my commercial knowledge. I am given opportunities to gain experience through increased responsibility, attending cost report meetings, and exposure to different aspects of the commercial function.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
I receive a good level of support from my training provider while working towards my qualifications. They provide structured learning materials, regular sessions, and clear guidance on the requirements of the qualification.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I feel that my qualification through my training provider supports me well in performing my role more effectively. The learning links closely to my day-to-day responsibilities as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, particularly in areas such as cost control, commercial awareness, and understanding contractual processes.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
There are some extra-curricular activities available at work, including social events and opportunities to take part in informal team activities, which help build relationships across the business.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Vistry to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Yes, I would recommend Vistry to a friend. It offers a supportive working environment with good opportunities to gain practical experience and develop professionally. The exposure to live projects, commercial processes, and support from senior team members makes it a good place to learn and progress
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Vistry?
My advice would be to show genuine interest in the construction industry and the role you are applying for. Take the time to understand Vistry as a business, including its values and the type of projects it delivers. Be honest about your experience, but also show a willingness to learn, take responsibility, and develop professionally
