Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10

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

On a day to day basis I complete quotations and issue tenders to many clients. The works I quote for tend to be for streetlighting, pedestrian guardrails, posts and signage.

8/10

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

I have learnt lots of communication skills through my involvement in many meetings. I have also developed my knowledge on contracts and am confidently able to answer queries received by clients now also

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the office environment I work in and generally get along with those whom I work alongside. My programme at university is good and I am learning a lot from the modules covered so far.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is structured well and there is communication between my company and university which helps everything run effectively

8/10

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

I receive a lot of support and my line manager is approachable and there if I need help.

8/10

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

I receive support and when emailing my course leader for help/assistance I receive timely replies and answers to my queries

8/10

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

At the minute I have struggled to link some of the modules covered in my degree to my role in the company which makes it hard when completing my assignments sometimes as I have no experience to draw from in certain situations

6/10

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 has been a Duke of Edinburgh award opportunity been offered to me and a residential team building opportunity at the Brathay Hall for all apprentices across the company.

8/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

I have enjoyed my time here so far and the company support any further qualifications/training I would seek to explore after my degree.

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

Research the company's values such as 'Zero Harm' and 'Right First Time' as these qualities are an integral part to work at Balfour Beatty that all employees must support.