Graduate Project Engineer (Pre-Con / Building Services)

Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consultancy is seeking a Graduate Project Engineer to join their team in Oldham, Manchester. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on high-tech Data Centre projects, providing comprehensive training and a clear progression path to a Pre-Construction Manager. You'll develop essential skills in technical specifications, electrical and mechanical design, and team coordination, all while learning from industry experts. Join a company recognized for its technical expertise and innovation, and take the first step in your engineering career with a supportive team focused on your growth and success.

Benefits

Training

Progression Opportunities

33 Days Holiday

Benefits Package

Qualifications

• Graduate or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Construction, or Building Services.
• Seeking a varied role in project engineering or pre-construction management.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with stakeholders to understand project requirements.
• Interpreting engineering drawings for Mechanical and Electrical Design Teams.
• On-the-job training from senior project team members.

Skills

Project Management

Mechanical Design

Electrical Design

Technical Specification

Team Coordination

Education

Graduate in Engineering

Graduate in Construction

Graduate in Building Services

Job description

Graduate Project Engineer (Pre-Con / Building Services)
26,000 - 30,000 + Training + Progression + 33 Days Holiday + Benefits
Oldham, Manchester

Are you a graduate in Engineering, Construction, Building Services, or similar fields looking for an exciting role where you'll be trained by senior team members to become a fully qualified Pre-Construction Manager working on high-tech Data Centre projects?

Do you want a role with a clear progression path, where you'll learn multiple skills across technical specification, detailed design, and effective coordination of cross-functional teams?

In this role, you will work on the Pre-Construction stages of contracts for a specialist consultancy experienced in the design and build of Data Centres. Reporting to a senior project leader, you'll develop a broad range of skills including technical specifications, electrical and mechanical design, and team coordination across different areas of expertise.

Founded over 100 years ago, this UK-based but global company has evolved from an electrical contractor into a modern business focused on innovative technology solutions, specializing in the design, build, and maintenance of critical infrastructure. Recognized for technical expertise and innovation, they are leaders in delivering reliable infrastructure supporting digital transformation.

This role is ideal for a Graduate Engineer seeking a varied position where they can learn directly from industry experts with a clear path to becoming a Pre-Construction Manager.

The Role:

1. Liaising with key stakeholders to understand project requirements
2. Interpreting engineering drawings and creating specifications for Mechanical and Electrical Design Teams
3. Meeting with clients, contractors, and local authorities to ensure smooth project execution
4. On-the-job training from senior project team members
5. Progression to Pre-Construction Manager

The Person:

1. Graduate or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Construction, or Building Services
2. Seeking a varied role in project engineering or pre-construction management

Job Reference BBBH: 19358

Keywords: Graduate, Engineer, Engineering, Project, Manager, Pre-Construction, Management, Building, Services, Mechanical, Electrical, M&E, Construction, Design, Manchester, Oldham

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