Trainne Construction Manager Review

I couldn't have asked for a better experience; from the people I have had the opportunity to work alongside, to the responsibilities I have been given, I have thoroughly enjoyed the time I have spent with Mace

Every singly member of the team has played a part in making me feel at home from the very first day. My colleges have done all they can to not only make me feel comfortable in my roles but to make sure I gain the most I can from every task.

Full support was always available and at times very much required. I always had someone I could turn to, if needed, who would either advise me on the best course to take or they would take me out on site, explain what was being asked and show me an example of what would be required.

At the start I had time to get to know the site, the members of the Mace team and their roles and responsibilities, and how a Mace site operated. As soon as I felt comfortable, the list of jobs I was required to do increased and as I became more and more competent, what was expected of me also increased which kept me more than busy every day.

This did increase as my time with Mace went on. At the start I was eased into roles and would spend time shadowing a manager until I felt comfortable to do what was being asked of me by myself. Towards the end of the year as my technical knowledge and abilities improved I was required to carry out a lot more and as such was kept bust every day.

What I have learnt in my placement year has been invaluable. From learning onsite to training sessions off site I have been inundated with opportunities to broaden my knowledge and what I have learnt will not only advance my career in the short term, but stay with me for life

Very upbeat, enthusiastic and motivational

The work placement was very well organised. I was never left in the dark about anything, I was well informed about upcoming events, training schedules and appointments and If I felt I needed anything clarifying, I always had someone to turn to.

From the outset I felt like one of the team. Training sessions were provided on a regular basis, I was invited into numerous meeting to keep me updated with programme changes, coordination between trades and key dates / key date changes. I was included in daily walk around with subcontractors and invited to ask questions as much as possible which vastly improved my technical knowledge.

My line manager recommended me for future employment with Mace so if all goes well I will be coming straight back once I have completed my final year

We were encouraged to network as much as possible with fellow placement colleagues as well as people on the graduate programme. This involved, group meetings, visits to other peoples sites, team events and socialising on a regular basis. I found it extremely helpful to have someone to talk to who is in the same position as me.

Living in London obviously has its financial implications however my accommodation was very cheap and Mace paid for my travel costs to work so I did actually have money left over each month for going out and sampling the city.

Unparalleled. London has everything you could ever need and much more. Whether I wanted a quiet drink with friends or a full night out, London can facilitate anything.

There were many opportunities to get involved in activities outside of work however I did feel I had to pass up on a few due to the scale of work everyone on my site had. if I were to take time off work, this would impact on the people I work around so I felt I had a duty to them to complete my works. Saying this however, the opportunities were always there if I wanted.