Quantity Surveyor Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.6/10

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

10/10

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

I have learned all the skills I need as a trainee that I didn't learn as a full time student. Getting into the working world is the best way to develop skills and help your success in the classroom.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

The best decision I have ever made was leaving full time university to undertake a "degree apprenticeship". I enjoy going to work every day and learning new skills whilst being on the Balfour Beatty Early Careers programme.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It's very well organised and structured due to the success and good reputation it gains for individuals and the business. Events such as networking and team building activities with other individuals in the same boat as myself helps gain better workplace relationships and learn more about the role.

10/10

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

I gain a lot of support both financially by them funding the degree for me and also as an employee. I'm fortunate to work in an excellent team on a so far successful project which has helped me gain the right experience and skills to take on responsibilities.

10/10

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

I gain a lot of support due to them funding my education. I also get help with university work I am stuck on which can be a bonus over individuals who are full time students.

8/10

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

It helps through the support you get from individuals in the company who have already got their qualifications.

9/10

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.)

We have affinity networks which I am involved in, regular socials such as team meals and drinks, football games, networking and the early careers programme which includes team building, problem solving and executive engagement sessions.

10/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

It has changed my career for the better and has taught me skills that I never thought I would get the chance to pick up. I recommend it to anyone and everyone who wants to get into succeed in the future of the construction industry.

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

To pick Balfour Beatty over every other company