Graduate - Facade Team

Bouygues UK is recruiting for a Graduate Facade Engineer/Manager. You will be enrolled onto our graduate programme which is a two year structured training scheme. The programme is designed to enhance and develop soft skills and technical capability through a blend of classroom based learning and on the job training.  You will be working on our Oriel project, which is a joint initiative to transform a two-acre site at St Pancras Hospital to deliver a pioneering eye care, research, and education centre. The project will be a new, state-of-the-art building with an anticipated gross internal area of up to 46,000m2. Designed with flexibility in mind, it will be able to meet future service requirements and keep pace with changes in technological, medical or research requirements. Its design has been the subject of an extensive programme of engagement with patients, staff and partner organisations to ensure a national standard for accessibility is created. 

What you`ll need

• A degree in Construction Management (Preferred), Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exposure/experience in CAD software and other relevant engineering tools
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
• Awareness of building codes, regulations, and industry standards related to façade engineering.
• An interest in advanced façade systems & technologies, including unitized facades, double-skin facades, ETFE roof systems, and adaptive shading systems
• Familiarity with sustainable design practices and green building certifications like BREEAM or LEED
• Commitment to continued professional development through further education or professional certifications
• Awareness of other façade /envelope systems

The Role

• Assist the project teams with all aspect of project implementation, including but not limited to site and factory inspection, quality, audits, reports preparation, etc.
• Responsible for checking the quality and accuracy of own work
• Use computer-assisted engineering and design software and equipment to prepare façade engineering design documents
• Daily monitoring of works on site with regards compliance to the approved safe systems of works and H&S safety standards
• Carrying out site quality inspections and ensuring works are being carried out in compliance with the design & project quality plan
• Management of the façade installation site logistics such as exclusion zones, material management & locations of access & lifting equipment
• We will provide you with the support and mechanisms to build a successful career, including support with chartership

Why choose Bouygues UK? Why be one of our next generation?

We rely on the experience and expertise of our people to help us deliver our projects. In addition to your technical expertise, we are looking for people who demonstrate our key values - Respect, Excellent, Courage, Integrity, Passion and Empowerment. We expect all staff to contribute towards our commitment to the health, safety and wellbeing of our staff and members of our supply chain.

In return, we offer a challenging and rewarding working environment, with the opportunity to work across a range of high profile projects.

• One of the most competitive starting salaries in the construction industry
• A discretionary bonus scheme
• 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 2 days paid volunteering days
• Private healthcare
• Company shares scheme
• A blend of structured training and hands-on experience
• Extensive development programme to help you fulfil your ambitions
• The opportunity to work on ambitious and complex projects alongside industry leading experts
• support with chartership
• UK and worldwide opportunities
• Opportunities to network with senior managers and board members
• Access to a strong next generation support network to share experience and offer advice
• A designated line manager to support all aspects of your development

Company overview - a global diversified industrial group

Bouygues UK is part of the Bouygues group, a diversified industrial group with a strong corporate culture, with its businesses` focussing on three sectors: construction, telecoms and media. With annual sales of over €35.6 billion and operations in over 90 countries, the financial strength of the Bouygues group is a key differentiator in these challenging economic times.

Be Yourself!

Here at Bouygues we value the creativity and innovation that our diverse workforce brings, encouraging people from all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented communities to apply. By joining us, you will be inspired to bring your full self to the workplace, speak up and share your unique ideas. You will also have an opportunity to join our employee led diversity & inclusion communities such as WeLink (women network), Encompass (LGBTQ+), Kaleidoscope (BAME), Disability and Wellness peer support network, Parents and Carers network.

If you choose to apply for this role, please do not include any sensitive data on your CV which reveals (directly or indirectly); your race or ethnic origins, your political, philosophical or religious opinions, or your membership of a trade union, your social security number, or information which relates to your health or sexual orientation or to any criminal convictions. There is no need to include your address or contact details on your CV, because we will ask you to provide them on the application form.

Further information Bouygues UK is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of gender, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.