Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Review

by Balfour Beatty

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:

Attending Meetings Updating Trackers Requesting Quotations Comparing Quotations Assessing Subcontract Payment Applications Site Visits Checking Cost Codes

9/10

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

I have learned how to become more organized to maintain clear and updated to work.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I feel this programme allows me to learn on the job and develop my skill sets which are relevant within my industry whilst also getting the support to be going through university and working towards my degree at the same time, it allows me to feel safe and supported knowing I am getting experience which I would not get being solely at university.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

i have supported learning as i am explained what is expected from me and how to carry out new tasks and attend uni one day per week

10/10

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

I get a good amount of support from my employer especially around exams and busy periods of work.

9/10

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

I get time off to attend university and am also given some time off around exams. It also is good the people who i work with have been through the same coursework / exams so know it can be challenging and can help with any queries i have.

10/10

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

It gives me foundation learning which i can then build on and gain more knowledge outside uni.

7/10

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 work life balance and support

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

be open to new opportunities and challenges