Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Review

I am in charge of managing different subcontractors and their costs on a construction project for example assessing their payment applications and ensuring it stays within their allowance as well as managing the overall costs of the project. I also correspond with the client about any issues on site.

I am studying towards a quantity surveying degree at Liverpool John Moores and I am given lots of opportunities for extra training courses. I have gained confidence in meeting and communicating with new people and I have gained a unique insight into how construction projects operate.

So far I have really enjoyed the apprenticeship. Everyone I have worked with has been really friendly and welcoming. I have never been afraid to ask for extra help or support.

There is a clear structure that sets out the duration of my apprenticeship which is shown by continuous checkpoint meetings with the emerging talent team and bi annual pay reviews.

My manager and the rest of the team is always happy to help if I have any questions or any issues. I was also provided with a buddy who is a fellow apprentice a few years ahead in the programme if I ever have any questions.

I attend university 1 day a week and I have meetings once a term with my manager at work and my personal tutor at university to discuss my progress and any issues. It is also easy to book additional meetings if needed.

The degree course is relevant to the job but I have not applied anything I have learnt so far and I do not feel it has benefitted me much other than getting a degree qualification.

There isn't much but every site/office has a Christmas party and you can get 3 paid volunteer days a year.

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It is one of the biggest companies in the construction industry so there is lots of opportunities to move around and work in different areas of the business with different people.

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