Building Surveyor Review

by Savills

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

I offer consultancy based services to various different property and construction based client's across all sectors. This ranges from assessing and advising on the different elements of commercial property leases, to identifying the defects within a building and how to rectify them, to overseeing building projects.

10/10

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

Yes. Throughout my apprenticeship I have learnt various general employability skills, along with many skills specific to my role. The more general skills include, time-management skills, presentation skills, public speaking skills, punctuality skills, and people management skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I strongly enjoy the programme, and while it can be challenging, it is always vey rewarding.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme is very well organised and structured. There are a team of people within Savills, and within UCEM (University) that regularly liaise and check your progress, providing support where necessary.

10/10

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

Savills provides as much support as an apprentice would need, and provides various frameworks where an apprentice can flag if they need any additional support

10/10

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

The university also provide a great amount of support, ensuring each of the students are progressing regularly. They provide the framework for the entire course which allows you to benchmark your progress.

10/10

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

My qualification is directly related to my role, therefore, it has had a direct impact on helping me to perform better within my job role.

10/10

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. Savills provide an abundance of extra-curricular activities, whether that be sports teams, communities, networking events etc.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Savills to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Savills provide a comfortable and friendly workplace, with knowledgeable and enthusiastic colleagues to help with your learning. Within Savills you are pushed to be your best professional self, while still being given the space to learn and grow at your own pace.

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

Ensure you are well researched on the company and your job role. Tailor your CV to the company. Demonstrate you eagerness to be employed within the company by showcasing your knowledge of the standard processes, programmes used and day to day tasks someone within your chosen job role would typically face.