Design Manager Review

by Mace

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

I am a design manager, on my day to day i work on site with a construction team and i work with the architects and subcontractors to coordinate the design.

10/10

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

yes i started in the construction industry with no previous knowledge or experience.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

i really enjoy the programme i am on as i feel i am getting the best of both worlds. i am studying for a qualification as well as getting hands on experience in the industry

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

very well organised structured with a great work life balance as well as a study day for uni. we also get a lot of regular training courses to expand our knowledge.

10/10

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

i receive lots of support, constant check ins and daily catch ups with my manager to help my progression

10/10

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

LSBU support me well. my lectures are knoelwedgable and i learn a lot of new skills such as Revit which i wouldnt be learning at work

10/10

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

i take away new skills that i learn at uni and use it when necessary at work. it helps me to understand things better and see a new perspective to things

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.)

we have regular social activities/ networking events as well as being given the opportunity to attend external networking events for example the London Workspace Design Show

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Mace to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

i feel valued and i feel like my experience is critical for people around me. i am constantly learning new skills and getting the opportunity to ask questions and put my ideas forward

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

be yourself