Apprentice civil Engineer Review

by Balfour Beatty

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Rating

9/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • I work on site Monday to Thursday and I am in university every Friday. I spend the majority of my time on site and the rest in the office. On site I attend inspections and set out. In the office I create working drawing and update checklists.

    10/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • I have been able to develop my communication and leadership skills.

    9/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I really enjoy my programme as I like the blended learning aspect using the skills and knowledge I have learned from the university course and applying them to solve real world problems. I also like being outside.

    10/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • well structured and also internal training courses.

    10/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • 10/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • 9/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • 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.)

    • 6/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Good place to work and learn.

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

    • work experience and site visits would be beneficial.

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Civil Engineering

Edinburgh

March 2024

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