Quantity Surveyor Review

by BAM

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.6/10

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

I am an Apprentice Quantity surveyor. My day to day role involves shadowing the senior QS in meetings and discussions. It also involves carrying out tasks such as the carbon calculator log and subcontract payment assessments. I have also been going out to site frequently with the engineers to help gain a better understanding of what is actually happening on site which will help my technical knowledge.

9/10

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

I have learnt many new skills within Excel, which is one of the main tools for a QS. I have also developed better knowledge regarding civil engineering and the plant and materials used.

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy the programme as it is a great opportunity to experience college life and work life. Meeting new people, developing new skills and opening career doors whilst earning.

9/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme has been well structured in the sense of knowing when and where I need to be and everything has run very smoothly with the transitions between college and being on site.

9/10

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

I receive great support as any concerns or questions I have, I receive a response almost immediately which tries to help me out in the best way possible.

9/10

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

A good level of support was shown from my training provider with tutors going above and beyond, arranging calls outside of college time to support us to ensure that we get the qualifications we need.

8/10

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

I feel like the qualification helps me in my role as it teaches us the technical side of being a QS and gives us the knowledge to take onto site and put into real life scenarios.

8/10

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.)

Yes, there are many social events and networking events at work that are fully funded by the company. I have been to a couple and have thoroughly enjoyed these.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend BAM to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

BAM is a great company that will support you and give you good opportunities to cave your pathway into the industry.

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

Be yourself. Work hard, you will get out of it what you put in. Enjoy what you do, as you will progress massively if you enjoy working hard.