Building Surveyor Review

by Savills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

6.9/10

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

I assist my team with the jobs they're doing. I am often on site with them doing building surveys and also helping them write the reports for issue. I am also involved in email and in person interactions with clients.

7/10

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

I have learnt how to use Microsoft extensions well, including Excel & PowerPoint. My communication skills have improved, over email and in person.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I do enjoy my programme for the majority of the time. I am not sure if it is the career I wish to pursue after I have completed, however i have met some good people and it is a good experience.

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is well organised. I have one day off a week for my university study and my senior colleagues respect that

8/10

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

All the support I need I can ask for and I am comfortable in doing so.

8/10

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

I do not receive much support from my training supporter. If I asked for it, I am sure they would help, but not as much as I would like.

4/10

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

The first few modules I didn't feel were relevant, however now they're helping me with my everyday job more.

5/10

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.)

There are sport teams and lots of networking events yes.

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They are a large global brand with lots of experienced employees. It is a good company for anyone to start at or end at.

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

Be confident and proactive. Senior colleagues really appreciate you going out of your way to impress them