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Assistant QS Review

at BAM

Graduate Scheme

Construction

United Kingdom

Review Submitted: October 2026

Overall Rating

3.9 /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!

3.3/5 - Overview of the Role
4.4/5 - Experience & Company Culture
4/5 - Recommendations & Advice

Overview of the Role

Overall, how would you describe your experience at BAM?

I have had a good experience overall at BAM.

What are the main responsibilities of the role and which elements of the role do you enjoy the most?

Main responsibilities are paying subcontractors and costing change.

To what extent does your role give you the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and feel valued by your team?

3/5
I feel valued by my direct team.

How does your compensation package - including perks & benefits - fairly remunerate you for the work you do?

4/5
Good benefits.

How well do you feel the role is preparing you for your future career?

3/5
My role and responsibilities since arriving on site have prepared me well for my career. However I feel the graduate programme is not structured in a way to aid professional development.

How would you rate the extent to which you were developing new or existing skills through formal training and your day-to-day role?

3/5
Overall training is great, a lot of opportunities given by office/site teams.

Experience & Company Culture

How is the support you receive?

3/5
Line manager is supportive and BAM set you up with a mentor who provide guidance which is nice.

How is your work-life balance?

5/5
Long working hours but work life balance is good.

What is the organisational culture, values and general atmosphere like?

4/5

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?

5/5

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend BAM to a friend?

Yes

Why?

BAM is a good place to work.

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?

Get involved in the discussions at assessment centres and be honest about your expectations.
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