Construction Management Trainee Review

by Kier Group

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

9.4/10

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

I work on a 6 month rotation where I work in various departments. Most recently I have worked in the Site Management side, and am currently working in the Planning department helping with schedules and logistics plans, sourcing supplies for site set ups etc

10/10

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

I have developed in every aspect. Communication. IT skills, Management skills. I have broadened my knowledge in construction tenfold.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Fully enjoy it. I have an amazing team, good managers, great support and plenty of guidance.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Semi Organised but I prefer this structure as it allows me to be more flexible within my role

9/10

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

As answered previously I have plenty of support from multiple areas for my role, including day to day work, uni, and overall support looking forward at the future

10/10

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

6/10

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

The qualification has definitely proven to be useful in my role, using different software and helping aid understanding in different areas of constriction which I am not exposed to as often while also reinforcing those that I am.

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, plenty of extra activities organised by Kier both fun and also education often

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Kier Group to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

They have great staff, manager and a top class support system. It is the most at home I have felt in any job and it feels more like a 'career'.

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

Be confident, be honest and be yourself. Kier look for good quality people