Key Takeaways
- Support the delivery of MEP systems on major construction projects, assisting with design reviews, BIM, coordination, quality assurance, commissioning, and health and safety.
- Opportunity to gain professional accreditation with CIBSE, IMechE, or IET.
- Requires a degree in a relevant engineering field (Building Services, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.).
- Roles are based nationally across the UK, requiring flexibility with location.
- Applications may close early, so early application is encouraged.
About the Role
Laing O'Rourke's Graduate Development Programme helps graduates gain practical experience, achieve professional accreditation, and build the skills needed to become future leaders in the construction and engineering industry. The Early Talent Programme will enable you to expand your networks, achieve professional and personal development, gain exposure to a variety of projects and disciplines, and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to build a successful and rewarding career.
Professional Accreditation
CIBSE, IMechE, IET
Role Overview
Support the delivery of MEP systems on major construction projects. Assist with design reviews, BIM and digital engineering, project coordination, quality assurance, commissioning, and health and safety activities. The role combines practical project experience with academic study, developing technical knowledge across building services engineering, construction technology, sustainability, quality, and project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the coordination and delivery of mechanical, electrical, and public health engineering systems on construction projects.
- Assist with reviewing engineering drawings, specifications, models, and technical documentation.
- Develop and utilise digital engineering tools and Building Information Modelling (BIM) technologies.
- Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, and project planning activities.
- Support quality assurance, inspection, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure systems meet required standards.
- Assist with health, safety, environmental, and sustainability initiatives, ensuring compliance with company and industry requirements.
- Collaborate with engineers, designers, project managers, specialist contractors, and clients to support project delivery.
- Maintain accurate project records, reports, and technical documentation.
- Complete academic coursework, workplace training, and professional development activities as part of the apprenticeship programme.
- Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, professional conduct, and personal development.
Teams and Departments
Project delivery, digital engineering, design management, procurement, estimating, commercial, construction management, quality, health and safety.
Suitable Degree Subjects
Building Services Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Architectural Environment Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering.
Location
National. Roles are located across the UK. Flexibility is required, which may involve travelling, staying away from home during the week, or relocating closer to a project site.
Application Process
Applications may close before the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. It is encouraged to apply early.