Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.8/10

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

Work to provide BUE's, final accounts, MBR and CVR's and forecasting. My day to day is extremely dynamic ranging from office and home working to going onto site on a range of renewal and enhancement works.

9/10

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

I've learnt a massive range of skills being that this is my first professional role therefore, providing me with independence and also guiding me through with work place mentors. The line managers are incredibly supportive.

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Extremely.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme varies due to a shortage of instructors which does make it difficult to come to terms with the content however, the piers work together to support each other and get through with their strong suits.

9/10

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

lots

8/10

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

Uni isnt so good however, employer good

9/10

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

I feel the qualification has some relevance to the role however, as we work on civil engineering rail projects its hard to relate the course that has a lot of key ties to building construction.

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.)

There is a host of social, sporting and professional events across the country to tend to.

10/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

Its extremely friendly and helpful environment and a great introduction to the world of work for young people becoming professionals.

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

Be honest, as they will recognise if you are fit for the role. And also ask for support if required specifically in the commercial roles as they do want to give you the best opportunity for employability.