Apprentice Civil Engineer Review

by Costain

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.2/10

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

I currently do a site engineer role. Looking after site activities and the site team. Currently write RAMS and other important construction documents.

8/10

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

I have better communication skills now than before starting my job. I have also been able to learn a number of technical parts about construction and engineering than I knew beforehand.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my programme. I like being able to learn whilst working. I also enjoy being able to work with a variety of different from different backgrounds and learning from them.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Some aspects of the programme are structured, however some parts need some working on.

5/10

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

When asked I receive support all the time. There is always someone within the apprenticeship team that is able to answers questions quickly and whenever you need an answer.

8/10

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

On some aspects they are supportive. However, they are sometimes too slow in providing information and assistance when it is needed.

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 it helps me a lot as it provides me with information that allows me to do my job better.

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.)

Yes, my work have lots of networking and social events throughout the year which help with team chemistry and getting to know new people.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Costain to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They are a good employer with a large amount of opportunities which you can peruse. People are interested in to listening to your experience and helping you can better knowledge of certain things.

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

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