Building Services Undergraduate Placement 2025

Galliford Try; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to gain hands-on experience in Building Services Engineering. This exciting placement spans two months during the summer, allowing you to work alongside experts in the field. You'll engage in designing and delivering high-value construction projects while developing your technical and interpersonal skills. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, this role promises a rich experience in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about the construction industry and eager to learn, this placement could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Gym Discounts

Flexible Working Hours

Hands-on Experience

Opportunity to Learn from Experts

Qualifications

• Currently studying a relevant degree in Building Services or Engineering.
• Eligibility to live and work in the UK without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Work with project teams on high-value construction projects.
• Shadow a Mechanical and Electrical Manager to gain practical insights.

Skills

Construction Project Management

Mechanical and Electrical Engineering

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Building Services

Master's Degree in Mechanical & Electrical Engineering

Job description

Building Services Undergraduate Placement 2025

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Job Description

Locations: Scotland Central Belt (West), Scotland Central Belt (East)

Duration: 2 months (some flexibility)

Start date: July 2025

We are excited to offer two placement opportunities within our Morrison Construction Building division in Central Scotland. Our team are looking for two undergraduate students to join us for summer placements where you will gain hands-on experience in Building Services Engineering.

Job Description

Locations: Scotland Central Belt (West), Scotland Central Belt (East)

Duration: 2 months (some flexibility)

Start date: July 2025

We are excited to offer two placement opportunities within our Morrison Construction Building division in Central Scotland. Our team are looking for two undergraduate students to join us for summer placements where you will gain hands-on experience in Building Services Engineering.

What you will be doing:

• Working with project teams, designing, developing, and delivering high value construction projects.
• Interfacing with all disciplines involved in the construction process.
• Shadowing a Mechanical and Electrical Manager, supervising and managing Mechanical and Electrical subcontractors.
• Gaining experience in Construction Project Management.
• Working in a mix of site and office based environments.
  
  

Join an award-winning Graduate Employer, recognised in the top two for the construction sector by TheJobCrowd.

Work with some of the best people in the industry, as you gain experience and enhance your technical and interpersonal skills.

We are proud to be a platinum member of the 5% club member based on the quality of training and development of our ‘earn as you learn’ opportunities.

This role is available for a July 2025 start, with the possibility of an earlier start date to suit yourself and the business.

Who are we?

As a leading construction company, we aim to improve the UK's built environment and deliver lasting change in the communities we work in.

Our purpose is to improve lives by building facilities and infrastructure, support our team's growth, promote best practices in our supply chain, and care for the environment. At Galliford Try, we cultivate an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential, emphasising health, safety and wellbeing through our 'Be Well' program, which offers gym discounts and support for various wellbeing topics.

Encouraged by our people-orientated values, we invite motivated and enthusiastic people to join us in making a meaningful difference.

What do we offer?

We put our people first and our benefits package reflects that by offering a comprehensive range of attractive options to help support your career on top of a competitive salary.

• A rich, hands-on experience where you will develop your technical skills
• Opportunity to learn from experts in our business
• Agile working programme
  
  

What are we looking for?

We invite applications from students who are passionate about the industry and are currently studying a Bachelors or Masters degree in Building Services, Building Services Engineering, Architectural Engineering or Mechanical & Electrical Engineering (or similar)

The eligibility to live and work in the UK without restriction is essential for this role.

You will be:

• A collaborator: You work and communicate effectively with lots of different people at different levels, providing valuable input into key projects.
• A problem-solver: You look at potential solutions from all angles, bringing ideas and solutions to the table.
• A self-starter: Embrace ownership on your tasks and projects, you’re motivated to improve and develop your own skills.
• An adapter: You have a flexible approach to work, able to adapt to new circumstances or change in plans and you can positively change direction when needed.
• An inquisitor: Being curious comes naturally to you, you ask questions to learn and understand more.
  
  

Galliford Try welcomes applications from candidates who would like to work full-time, reduced hours or flexibly and this will be discussed in more detail as part of the recruitment process.

We encourage you and would be grateful if you could confirm any requirements we can reasonably fulfil to make this application a positive experience for you.

What’s next?

Step 1: Apply for the role you’re interested in – we can’t wait to receive your application!

Step 2:Applicants who pass an initial screening stage will be invited to an interview with the local team.

While we work hard to keep you updated with your application every step of the way, due to the high volume of applications and assessment centres taking place, please be mindful that there may be a delay at some stages in the process.

Don’t meet every requirement of the role?

At Galliford Try, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement of the role, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Additional Information

As a Disability Confident employer, we have committed to offer an interview to any candidate with a long-term health condition or disability that meet the essential criteria for the advertised position. Please contact the Resourcing Partner listed within the job advert if you believe this applies to you. We will also take the opportunity to discuss any adjustments required for your interview.

For more information on this role or to enquire about other Early Careers positions available please contact our Early Careers team on [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Construction, Civil Engineering, and Utilities

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