Meet our graduates

Antonio, 30

Antonio

Qualifications: MEng

Start date: September 2006

Why Capita Symonds?

As a mature graduate I was looking for a company that could offer good opportunities in terms of work experience, together with a formal training agreement to meet my chartership aspirations.

What project(s) are you working on at the moment?

I'm currently working on a development scheme at Newbridge, South Wales. 'Newbridge Safe Routes to School' provides three new footbridges linked by a cycle/pedestrian path in the vicinity of the River Ebbw in Newbridge. My role is to coordinate planning application documents, produce preliminary cost estimates and initial sizing for the superstructure and substructure of one of the footbridges.

What opportunities have you had to train and develop your skills at Capita Symonds?

My responsibilities have gradually increased over my first eight months at Capita Symonds. I have had a number of opportunities to sharpen my engineering and management skills. I have been involved in assessing existing bridges, designing new bridge elements, preparation of contract documents, liaising with other professional engineers from various companies. I have also been involved in the preparation of planning application documents. I have had extensive training on new structural analysis software and have also worked extensively with AutoCAD. The company has provided me with opportunities to attend training courses and supported CPD activities that I have been involved with outside normal office hours.

What are your aspirations for the future?

I aim to be a Charted Engineer in the not-so-distant future. My ambition is to contribute to the building of a better world for all of us. Hopefully, Capita Symonds will help and guide me throughout my journey.

Any tips for future graduates?

Graduates invest many years in the pursuit of a degree. Make your investment worthwhile, choose training before money. Invest now for a better tomorrow, for yourself and the community!

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