Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.1/10

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

On a day to day basis , I assist a Senior Quantity Surveyor in assessing subcontractor applications , assessing change , create excel documents such as trackers and spreadsheets to further deepen our understanding of works and related cost.

7/10

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

I have developed new skills including on excel , as well as direct QS tasks such as formal clauses , assessing change and minimising cost.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

A large majority of the time , work is enjoyable as no two days are the same within construction.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The support from Balfour Beatty is strong , with a Early Careers team ready to assist whenever needed.

8/10

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

I receive all necessary support from my employer.

9/10

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

8/10

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.)

9/10

9a. Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

The potential career progression as well as multitude of different projects available to work on which is directly improving personal skills.

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

To be confident and express your willingness to learn !