Assistant Cost Consultant Review

by Arcadis

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

My day to day role covers a range of pre-contract and post-contract duties, such as cost reporting, valuation preparation, preparing tender reports, attending site visits and contributing cost advice within design team meetings.

10/10

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

Yes - I have developed my technical skills relating to the role, in addition to wider skills such as excel.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I really enjoy my programme. My skills have rapidly developed and I have gained some great friends along the way.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

We have very regular structured events and calls to support our development. In addition, we have a very structured training and qualification plan.

10/10

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

My employer is very supportive in providing advice and guidance in relation to my development.

10/10

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

I receive great support with regular calls for qualification advice occurring on a termly basis.

10/10

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

Becoming chartered is the end goal and the MSc will provide me with the foundation of knowledge to achieve this.

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 - I am part of an affinity group. We also have many social activities to network throughout the year.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Arcadis to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a great place to work - we are supported through each stage of our career.

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

Be social and yourself! Don't be afraid of taking on new challenges.