Commercial Trainee Review

by Kier Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8/10

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

Assisting my commercial team daily with delivering cost exercises.

10/10

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

collaborative and team work I had no previous knowledge of the construction sector and have now built on this

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the programme. I like the university is delivered in block weeks. I receive good support from my business and mentor in delivering what it required.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Could be clearer in what the journey over the course of the 5 years looks like in regards to Kier and personal progression. Programme with the uni is clear and outlined from the beginning.

6/10

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

I feel supported by the business and my mentor whether being given time to carry out my university work or asking questions and prioritising my development.

9/10

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

There is support offered if you face problems with deadlines, technology etc. Work-based learning coach helps to provide suport when you are at work between blockweeks

6/10

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

I believe the theory assist alongside the work i complete at work and helps to solidify my knowledge.

7/10

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.)

Kier offers social activities, whether it is within your smaller project teams or as a business unit. Also provide various activities through the year such as moving through may. The emerging talent group also provide days once a quarter for us to get together.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Kier Group to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I have enjoyed my experience so far and they have helped me gain experience within my role and supported me with my development.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Kier Group?

Be confident, research the company and current market of construction