Assistant Commercial Manager Review

by Mace

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:

    • As a commercial manager I spend most days communicating with my client and my subcontractors, I regularly review quotes for works from the subcontractor. I also prepare quotes for the client.

    8/10
  • 2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

    • I have developed my communication skills the most, this is due to the fact that as a commercial manager you need to be confident in talking to people, proper communication and teamwork is key in order to run a successful project

    8/10
  • 3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

    • I very much enjoy my programme, HS2 Euston station. It is set to be the largest infrastructure project in Europe, this gives me value as I know I will be contributing to the future of English transport

    8/10
  • 4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

    • Very well organised

    8/10
  • 5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

    • A lot of support, if i needed some time in the office to dedicate to my Uni work, my line manager is always happy to make the time so that I don't get overwhelmed and stressed

    8/10
  • 6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

    • Good amounts. My university provides the relevant training resources to study toward my end of year final exams

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

    • 100%. Understanding the theory behind my day to day roles has helped me execute them with more confidence in the working environment

    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.)

    • Yes, my team go out for social drinks now and then

    7/10
  • 9a. Would you recommend Mace to a friend?

    • Yes

  • 9b. Why?

    • Mace is an Excellent company with an incredible portfolio of projects worldwide, being part of such projects brings an immense sense of pride and value at work

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

    • Learn the Mace values and behaviors and align them with yours?

Details

Degree Apprenticeship

Quantity Surveying

London, UK

March 2024

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