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Building Services Industry placement

Laing O'Rourke
Dartford
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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Gain 12 months of practical, real-world experience on live construction and engineering projects.
  • Support the delivery of MEP systems, assist with design reviews, BIM, and project coordination.
  • Suitable for students studying Building Services, Mechanical, Electrical, or related Engineering degrees.
  • Placements are national, requiring flexibility on location across the UK.
  • Applications may close before the advertised date; apply early.

About the Role

Laing O'Rourke's Industry Placements offer a 12-month opportunity to gain practical, real-world experience within our project-based environment. You will work on live projects, build your professional network, and develop industry-relevant skills while applying your academic learning in a workplace setting. Successful placement students may be considered for future opportunities across our Early Talent programmes.

Professional Accreditation

CIBSE, IMechE, IET

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the delivery of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Public Health) systems on major construction projects.
  • Assist with design reviews, BIM and digital engineering, project coordination, quality assurance, commissioning, and health and safety activities.
  • Review engineering drawings, specifications, models, and technical documentation.
  • 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.
  • Assist with health, safety, environmental, and sustainability initiatives.
  • Collaborate with engineers, designers, project managers, specialist contractors, and clients.
  • Maintain accurate project records, reports, and technical documentation.
  • Complete academic coursework, workplace training, and professional development activities.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to continuous learning, professional conduct, and personal development.

Teams and Departments

This role will interact with Project Delivery, Digital Engineering, Design Management, Procurement, Estimating, Commercial, Construction Management, Quality, and Health and Safety teams.

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 where current and prospective projects are based across the UK. Flexibility regarding location is required, which may involve travelling, staying away from home during the week, or relocating closer to a project site.