Construction Engineering Trainee: Build Your Project Career

Wates Group; Bradford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Car allowance

Health & wellness programme

26 days holiday + bank holidays

Birthday Day off

Job summary

Wates Group is offering an Engineering (construction) Trainee programme in the United Kingdom to gain hands-on experience across design, coordination, installation and commissioning of engineering solutions on diverse construction projects. You will work with seasoned engineers, project managers and clients to balance quality, cost, sustainability and programme objectives throughout the full lifecycle.

You will develop technical and commercial knowledge for a career in construction engineering,

Qualifications

• By September 2027, you must have obtained a bachelor's degree with a predicted or achieved classification of 2:2 or above.
• For some locations, a full UK driving license and a degree subject relevant to this position are required.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams through all stages of the project lifecycle, including pre-construction, design, procurement, installation, commissioning and aftercare.
• Assist in developing practical, cost‑effective and sustainable engineering solutions that meet project and client requirements.
• Work with technical drawings, specifications and digital design tools, including CAD and BIM software.
• Support the coordination and management of the design process, working with consultants, designers and project stakeholders.
• Assist in overseeing the installation of engineering systems and construction activities to ensure they are delivered safely and in accordance with design requirements.
• Develop an understanding of project budgets, cost management and value optimisation throughout the delivery process.
• Monitor engineering works to ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Support testing, commissioning and performance checks to ensure systems operate as intended and meet project specifications.
• Collaborate with commercial, planning, design and site teams to understand how projects are managed and successfully delivered.
• Assist with the handover of completed projects, helping to demonstrate that installations meet client expectations and required performance standards.
• Gain the relevant technical and behavioural knowledge for your role, through the completion of a technical manual, behavioural workshops, short‑term placements and relevant qualifications.

Job description

Wates Group is offering an Engineering (construction) Trainee programme in the United Kingdom to gain hands-on experience across design, coordination, installation and commissioning of engineering solutions on diverse construction projects. You will work with seasoned engineers, project managers and clients to balance quality, cost, sustainability and programme objectives throughout the full lifecycle.

You will develop technical and commercial knowledge for a career in construction engineering,