Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Review

by Thames Water

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:

I am involved in analyzing Application for Payments. Acknowledging the scope of projects and ensuring that we are paying the correct amount for agreed costs of each project between us and the Service Provider.

9/10

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

Excel skills, Data analyzing skills, Contractual terminology

9/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

It has been trick to remain on top alongside my work as i have been out of studying for 8 years but i am now feeling more comfortable with the programmer and working my through

7/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

straightforward, content and work is issued out weekly with lots of interactive actives, webinars and study resources.

8/10

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

Plenty, they are always there to speak about my progress and how i am getting on and supporting of any issues that i may face within my role

10/10

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

Its mainly self study, there are lots of students on this course and less staff so 1-1 support is quite minimal, however they do offer support on the virtual learning environment and will always endeavor to answer any questions within 24 hours.

6/10

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

At this current period the program has not covered any skills or knowledge that can be transferred into my job role, but i am aware that will be further into my degree.

6/10

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.)

there are many to get involved with and always advertised or informed to all employers at Thames

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Thames Water to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

All staff are kind and respectful, my team itself are very supportive. Thames offer many opportunities to develop as a an employee and can also change job roles if its something you'd like to try out.

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

Be yourself, be honest, kind and respectful of others when in group interviews. Do your best and prepare for the job you are looking to apply for.