Site Manager Review
by Morgan Sindall
This review was submitted over 4 years ago, so some of the information it contains may no longer be relevant.
Rating
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The Role
3.7
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The Company
3.6
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The Culture
3.6
- 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?
- 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?
- 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?
- 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?
- 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?
- 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?
- 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?
- 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?
- 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?
- 10. What were the perks on your work placement?
- 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?
- 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?
- 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?
- 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?
- 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?
The Role
Overall had a really beneficial placement, also got along really well with everyone i was working with and felt a valuable team member.
Everyone i was working with made me feel part of the team, work i carried out was useful for my colleagues
Was allocated a line manager from the start but rarely had reviews or check ups of how i was doing. Didn't really follow a training programme, seemed more like learning on the job.
Every day was different and some days were busier than others, some days it seems you had to go looking for work to do, but on other days it can be non stop.
Obviously only being a placement student not a lot of responsibility was given at the start, the first few months were more about learning the trade and day to day operations on a construction site. However, as the placement went on i was given more responsibility
The placement year was far more beneficial than i thought it was going to be. Went on several training days and seminars on behalf of Morgan Sindall. Also working in pre construction and on site improved my understanding of knowledge of the industry.
The Company
The atmosphere in the office is good but found the atmosphere a lot better on site as it was busier and a lot more was happening.
Was set up well, but wasn't probably implemented for my placement. Had the opportunity to work in pre construction and and site which was beneficial
Completed a first aid course which made me a first aider on site. Also went on several internal training days. However feel it would of been beneficial to complete more course that were relevant to our future roles on site
Flexi Time
Subsidised Canteen
Sports and Social Club
Company Car
Subsidised/Company Gym
National Travel
International Travel
Financial Bonus
Company Parties/Events
Staff Sales/Staff Shop
Above 25 days holiday
Working from home
Healthcare from home
Healthcare/Dental
Travel loan
Future employment prospects within the organisation looks good. Two year graduate training programme looks useful to help continue my knowledge of the industry.
The Culture
Didn't get the chance to socialise with other students which would of been good and useful to see what they were doing during their placement. Only one social event was organised, however it was a great day out.
I was living at home so didn't have to worry about accommodation and other expenses. The company also covered mileage to and from site.
Was living at home. Had some great nights in partying with the parents
There is opportunity but it's up to yourself whether you get involved in them by asking your line manager.
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Property Development
Wales
November 2014
