Trainee Construction Manager Review
by Mace
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
4.2
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The Company
3.6
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The Culture
3.1
- 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
I have thoroughly enjoyed the placement with mace this year. It has been challenging but rewarding throughout.
I have been made to feel a valued part of our project team, working alongside other assistant managers all the way up to senior members of the company.
I was able to speak to my manager at any time to gain guidance and advice which I made the most of where necessary. On occasions I was left asking for direction from senior members of staff however and did not receive this.
The job role of a construction manager is extremely fast paced meaning I am always busy. I have occasionally considered myself to be too busy and becoming snowed under.
I was given responsibility for packages and work areas from early in my placement year.
I believe that this year's experience will be extremely valuable on my return to university. I now have a much better understanding of construction methods, sequences and management roles.
The Company
Having got on very well with the project team the atmosphere was always very good.
Mace provided an induction to the company which was compulsory as well as offering many more courses which I was able to sign up to. In a placement year there was no pressure to complete any training however I did sign up to those which would aid my development. Future placement employees should ensure that they make the most of the courses available.
Company Parties/Events
Above 25 days holiday
Travel loan
The Culture
Details
Placement (10 Months+)
Architecture, Business Management, Property Development, Engineering, Environmental Science, Financial Management, Logistics and Operations
London
August 2017
