Trainee Quantity Surveyor Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Quantity Surveying - of which daily tasks include - checking project financials and PO's / updating workbooks, processing payments, communicating with clients, Project Site Health Checks, Monthly Financial Forecasting, Consolidated Application processing.

10/10

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

I have developed my analytical skills and overall project knowledge from start to finish. This also includes my degree through Coventry Uni, internal Mental Health Awareness Training, Internal Training for Health & Safety, SAP BWP 720 Financial process training and much more.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I love the QS programme I am on as it combines my background of construction & finance into one overall job - the two subjects which I enjoy the most. I also am able to earn a wage whilst I learn also.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Very well organised as I have one to one training with my line manager who oversees all the work I am completing. Further to this, I have support from other QS's in the team allowing me to develop and learn as I work.

10/10

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

My employer supports every aspect of my job role and myself - as they allow myself time to study, regular catch ups weekly with management and also a dedicated HR service if any queries arise.

10/10

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

I have access to an Aula platform through Coventry University which includes resources from each lecture and guidance through all topics when studying/completing coursework for my degree. This also has a messaging function to directly communicate with the lecturer also.

10/10

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

As the qualification enables me to understand each aspect of my job on a day to day basis rom running the financials to project management on site and off site.

10/10

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 personally was part of the Brathay Challenge of which other trainees/apprentice's on the emerging talent programme took part in teams to compete with outreach challenges through the business which was very fun!

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

As they are a company who genuinely cares about development and their employees overall. They also enable progression and endless opportunities in the business.

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

Don't hesitate! Apply now!