Assistant QS Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

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

Management of Contracts including all aspects of reporting, payments, correspondence

10/10

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

I’ve learned so many new skills. Running the apprenticeship alongside working in the industry means I can put my learning in to action and feel I’ve learned so much better this way

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I’ve found it extremely interesting and rewarding.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

I feel it’s very well structured and covers all aspects of what the job entails

10/10

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

I’ve never once asked my employer for help and heard “I haven’t got time” as a reply. They are always available to help me through anything, give advice and explain anything I’m unsure of

10/10

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

I’ve had huge support from my programme leader, they are always available if I have any questions or need any help with anything

10/10

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

I feel it helps hugely. It’s good to learn the academic side alongside the practical in my role

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.)

There are always networking events through work, as well as social events and team building

10/10

9a. Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I’d absolutely recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend. They incest in their staff and I’ve never worked for a company where I’ve felt so cared about and supported

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

Go for it, it’s a great company to work for. Never be afraid of asking for any progression within the company as they are very invested in progressing their staff