Quantity Surveyor Review

by Morgan Sindall

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Rating

4.6/5
  • The Role
    5.0
  • The Company
    4.5
  • The Culture
    4.1

    The Role

  • 1. To what extent did you enjoy your work placement or internship?

    • Very enjoyable - plenty of oppertunities to get involved in a range of activities

    5/5
  • 2. To what extent did you feel valued by your colleagues?

    • 5/5
  • 3. To what extent were you given support and guidance by management/your supervisor(s)?

    • Plenty of constructive support from both

    5/5
  • 4. How busy were you on a daily basis?

    • Very busy, although there were quieter periods between projects

    5/5
  • 5. How much responsibility were you given during your placement?

    • A good amount of responsibility in a range of activities and roles backed up with an appropiate amount of support by my supervisor and manager.

    5/5
  • 6. To what extent did/will the skills you developed, and training you received, assist you in your degree studies and beyond?

    • Plenty of relatable experiences that i can take forward into my final year.

    5/5

    The Company

  • 7. What was the general atmosphere in your office?

    • Good atmosphere, there were also opertunities to get involved in activities together outside of the workplace which most would take part in.

    5/5
  • 8. How well organised was the overall work placement or internship set up?

    • Very well organised, i was given oppertunities to work in a range of roles under various professionals

    5/5
  • 9. In terms of personal training and development, to what extent did the company or firm invest in you?

    • Relevant and useful training at almost monthly intervals

    5/5
  • 10. What were the perks on your work placement?

    • Company Car

    Financial Bonus

    Company Parties/Events
    3/5
  • 11. How appealing are future employment prospects within the organisation?

    • I hope to return

    5/5

    The Culture

  • 12. Was there a good social scene amongst any fellow placement students/colleagues?

    • 1 fellow student throughout year and 2 additional towards end of my placement

    5/5
  • 13. What was the cost of living and socialising in the area you worked in?

    • Able to work from home and travel into work which would usually take approx 40 mins

    4/5
  • 14. What was the Nightlife like in the area you worked?

    • Plymouth -

    4/5
  • 15. Were there many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work?

    • Ussually a social event about twice a year but also sporting/charity events to get involved with

    4/5
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Details

Placement (10 Months+)

Property Development

South West

November 2014

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