Apprentice Project Manager Review

by Kier Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.5/10

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

As an Apprentice Project Manager, I manage and deliver various packages of work on behalf of our client; Highways England. This involves constant stakeholder management and communication, putting people to work on the Highways and managing, controlling and reporting on finances.

7/10

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

I've developed existing and developed new skills. I'm able to confidently meet new people and speak infront of crowds. I'm able to manage projects and work under pressure and also identify my own strengths and weaknesses.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Overall, I've enjoyed it. Learnt a lot from those around me and received great support from those around me. However, key people around me have left and the support has become limited. I'm able to complete tasks with minimal support but still require guidance.

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The course side of the apprenticeship was great, QA did a great job with breaking down block weeks and course requirements. My in work tasks were as they come, projects environments can cause difficulties due to complex tasks and deadlines, especially as a project manager who also delivers.

8/10

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

I receive great support, if I need help in regards to project deliverables I get that help.

7/10

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

QA had been great with support. Constantly checking up with me and providing me with extra course materials to keep learning and developing.

10/10

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

As I also have a role in delivery, it can be difficult to apply my qualification but the opportunity does arise every now and again.

9/10

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.)

I'm fortunate to have expressed my interest in this and have been allowed to attend multiple events where I can network, present and learn.

10/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

They have a lot of experienced and intelligent individuals who you can really learn from. For the most part it's a positive and if you look to get as much as you can from the role you'll learn a lot.

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

As an apprentice, it's important to show your desire to learn and get stuck in. Be enthusiastic and make relationships, it can be daunting but if you show you have a good work ethic the results will come. Develop yourself to develop others.