Building Services Engineering Technician Apprenticeship

BuroHappold Engineering is best known for delivering some of the most iconic and inspiring projects worldwide. We are an international, integrated engineering consultancy operating in 21 locations worldwide. For over 45 years we’ve been building our reputation for delivering creative, value led building and city solutions for an ever changing world.

We are recruiting for a Building Services Engineering Technician Apprentice to join our friendly and innovative London Building Services (MEP) team, who are involved in a wide variety of challenging and exciting projects.

Why join BuroHappold as an Apprentice?

Our management team include qualified professionals who learnt, developed and became qualified through the apprenticeship route.

Many engineering professionals who decide to progress through the apprenticeship route find that working during the day on projects whilst attending part time study provides an invaluable experience and enables a work focused programme of learning delivering increased technical skills and behaviours that are invaluable for their career.

London Southbank University will provide an excellent programme of study on a day-release basis. Starting salary for this role is £27,000 plus additional benefits.

What will I be doing?

• Supporting engineers and undertake detailed mechanical or electrical engineering Building Services design and calculations (using both software and knowledge to verify robust calculations).
• Preparing engineering system drawings and equipment schedules, contribute to the production of design development reports.
• Being part of the team as a technician generating design drawings using Building information modelling software on projects learning from colleagues and benefiting from our in house training
• Participating in engineering forums and organise Continual Professional development events with manufacturers of equipment and systems.

What do I bring to this role?

• A keen interest in the built environment and a strong desire to learn new skills and software
• Good communication skills and a team oriented focus, including an ability to work in a team environment
• A positive and inquisitive approach and the confidence to ask and respond to challenging questions

Desired Qualifications options in addition to 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above) and either:

• A Level EEE - Must include Mathematics and preferably a Science in either Chemistry or Physics (UCAS points: 48)
• T-level (Pass or above) in Construction: Design, Surveying and Planning. (UCAS points: 72)
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma MPP in an Engineering subject area or Construction and Built Environment area (Must include Mathematics and Further Mathematics) (UCAS points: 64)
• BTEC Level 3 National Diploma MM in an Engineering subject area, with a minimum of merit in Mathematics and Further Mathematics. (UCAS points: 64)
• Building Services Engineering Technician level 3 apprenticeship MP (UCAS points: 48) alongside grade Pass or Distinction at EPA
• Any other technical qualifications awarded with UCAS points at a similar level supported by substantial relevant work experience , please get in contact with the LSBU Apprenticeships at apprenticeships@lsbu.ac.uk for Apprenticeships Routes

How do I apply?

We are only able to accept applications via the find an Apprenticeship service website (linked below).

If you apply via our system, we will reject your application by default after the closing date.

Please click here to apply directly via the apprenticeship website

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.
Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.