Section QS 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 a section Qs who manages around 15-20 million pounds worth of multiple projects on the south of England railways with the scope being electrical installation and upgrades, my day to day involves change management, CVR, payments, client meetings, commercial meetings, supply chain management and forecasting.

10/10

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

I have learned to manage my own work load and I have started to learn to mentor people as well. My excel skills have also increased significantly

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy the program but I feel some of the topic areas are not very relevant to QS and not used in real work but some of them are.

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programs is structured well and designed in a way to support us and also give us enough time to complete.

9/10

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

I receive lots of support.

10/10

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

I revive lots whenever I need it.

10/10

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

I feel that a lot of learning with any job is more done actually in experiencing it rather than theory.

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.)

Yes there are football teams and other social groups and events organized.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend BAM to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good company, good benefits, helps you progress and learns and supports further education.

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

Be yourself in interviews and show genuine interest in the works the company undertake.