Name: Andrew
Degree: Quantity Surveying, Northumbria University (third year)
Duration of work experience: one year
Employer: Faithful+Gould
Department: Property

1. What did you do to get this work-experience opportunity?

I applied to Faithful+Gould.

2. What sort of projects did you work on?

Schools and social-housing projects, cost-planning, pre-contract and post-contract experience.

3. How much were you able to contribute?

As this year has gone forward, I have become more involved in projects. My experience and technical abilities have improved, allowing colleagues to give me more important work.

4. What did you enjoy the most?

I have enjoyed everything this year, but mainly the friendly environment which has allowed me to learn and improve my skills as a QS.

5. What did you enjoy the least?

Nothing really.

6. What is the most important thing you learned?

That I could actually have a really enjoyable career as a quantity surveyor.

7. Has your choice of career changed as a result of your period of work experience?

No.