Trainee Quantity Surveyor Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Day to day, i undertake admin tasks in order to assist my commercial team. I partake in meetings, MS and face to face. I manage subcontractors and ensure works undertaken run smoothly.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have developed my Excel and Microsoft skills massively since starting. I have also developed further skills on Fire training on the Balfour Beatty academy along with other courses that have been delivered such as driver safety.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my programme because it allows me to have my academic study day set aside on a Friday and the other 4 days i manage my workload ( Monday to thursday).

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme seems very well structured from what i have experienced up to now.

9/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

My line manager provides me with valuable support in all aspects of being a trainee QS.

8/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Since starting in September 24, i have received plenty of support.

7/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I find myself being able to partake in more in-depth conversations before starting my university studies.

8/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes there are social activities and networking events that i regularly attend.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

As a new starter, my commercial team has provided me with lots of support and encouragement where required. The Balfour Beatty early careers team also provide lots of training and events to encourage integration with other apprentices and graduates.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?

I would advise for others applying to try and undertake work experience before hand like myself, so you can network and create connections at the early stages of your career.