Trainee Quantity Surveyor Review

by Laing O'Rourke

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Rating

8.5/10
  • 1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

    • Help within the commercial team both project and non-project based. Looking at excel spreadsheets about costs and labour as well as helping write instructions for the job, reporting back to my line manager.

    9/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • My IT skills have grown massively since starting with Laing O'Rourke, after completing different training on excel, COINS and Salesforce, I feel more confident working independently and feel like I am able to complete tasks more efficiently.

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

    • I have really enjoyed the first 4 months, settling in well. Everyone is really helpful and welcoming so any questions I have, I can just ask.

    9/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • We have a good structure, attending University on a Monday and then working Tuesdsy-Friday however we are flexible to work at home through the week if that suits more. Oraganisation from the University is good, having regular meetings with work.

    7/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • The support from my line manager has been really good since I started. I feel very much at ease asking for help and know I could speak up if something was wrong.

    9/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • University is less helpful than my employer as they don't know us very well due to only attending University one day a week however the Lecturers within University can be on hand to help if there are any questions.

    8/10
  • 7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

    • We can make clear links between University work and daily tasks.

    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.)

    • I have already attended Networking events, for on site teams which are good as you get to know everyone.

    9/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Laing O'Rourke to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Great place to work, very helpful and friendly as well as providing the support you need.

  • 10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Laing O'Rourke?

    • Read up on the business before

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Construction

Manchester

February 2023

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