Civil engineer Review

by Skanska

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.9/10

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

Civil Engineer. I spend my days out on site doing practical work setting out, using surveying equipment to get to the correct height and level.

7/10

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

I have learnt lots of surveying knowledge over the past few years, I have gained experienced in team work, site works, communicating.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy my programme i have enjoyed doing placements in different teams and learning new tasks and experiences. I have enjoyed my degree alongside work and excited to work with Skanska in the future.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

My programme is great i have opportunities to move to different teams, meet new people, learn new skills, work out on site and see the works happen in front of my eyes in my day to day job.

9/10

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

7/10

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

Lots of support, mentors are good for helping achieve my chartership qualification.

8/10

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

Yes, having support from the employer and constant 3 month calls with my university and company to see my progress have really benefited me.

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 Skanska to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Good people to work with, support and encouragement from team mates, and meeting lots of nice apprentices during my studies

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

Research the company and their values and use this to help you apply an din your interview