Industrial Placement - Building Services Engineer

Kier Group; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and infrastructure services company is seeking a Building Services Engineer Student for an Industrial Placement in Gloucester. This 12-month program offers practical experience, skill development, and networking opportunities. Ideal candidates are pursuing a degree in building services, mechanical, or electrical engineering, with a strong interest in sustainable design. Starting salary is £26,208 per annum, with opportunities for progression to a graduate position.

Benefits

26 days annual leave

24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme

Networking opportunities

Skill development

Qualifications

• Students pursuing a degree in building services engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Option to complete a placement year from 2026 - 2027.
• Returning to university for graduation in 2028.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, implementation, and management of essential building systems.
• Assist in the design and coordination of building services systems.
• Conduct site visits and surveys to gather data and assess project needs.

Skills

Interest in building services engineering

Basic understanding of building services systems

Effective communication skills

Willingness to learn

Education

Degree in Building Services Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

We're looking for a Building Services Engineer Student to join our Construction team based in Gloucester for an Industrial Placement.

Within this role you can enjoy 26 days annual leave, 24/7 Wellbeing Support Programme, and even more.

We are a leading UK national contractor delivering projects of all sizes and complexities in the public and private sectors, including education, healthcare, defence and justice and borders. We design and deliver buildings that are key to the UK's infrastructure - from hospitals and treatment centres, to schools, leisure centres and prisons.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading construction and infrastructure services company on our placement programme. These programmes have been designed to provide you with the experiences and tools needed for progression within your chosen career.

Location: Gloucester with flexibility to travel across the region

Starting Salary: £26,208 per annum

Pathway: 12 Months - 40hrs per week, with the potential to lead onto a Graduate position

Starting date: September 2026

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

What you will be responsible for

As an Industrial Placement Building Services Engineer you'll be working within the Construction team you will be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and management of essential building systems, including mechanical, electrical systems.

What will your day-to-day duties include

• Assisting in the design, development, and coordination of building services systems.
• Conducting site visits and surveys to gather data, assess project needs, and ensure designs are implemented correctly.
• Participating in project meetings, design reviews, and site inspections to ensure project objectives are met.
• Collaborating with architects, structural engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of building services within the overall building design.
• Assisting in the testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of building services systems.

How does an Industrial Placement work

Kier is committed to encouraging talent and providing opportunities for growth and development.

When you join, you will be enrolled onto our industrial placement scheme. The programme will take 12-months to complete and has been designed to immerse yourself in the world of construction, you'll get to see your learnings in real world situations and gain practical experiences to support the rest of your degree.

What are the benefits for you

• Practical experience: gain valuable hands-on experience in your field.
• Skill improvement: develop technical and professional skills.
• Networking: build professional relationships and expand your network.
• Career insight: gain insights into your chosen industry and potential career paths.

What are we looking for

We're on the lookout for students undertaking a degree in building services engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, who have the option or requirement to complete a placement year from 2026 - 2027. After your placement, you'll be returning to university with a graduation year of 2028.

Role alignment

The role of an Industrial Placement Building Surveyor is great for you if:

• Strong interest in building services engineering and a passion for sustainable design.
• Basic understanding of building services systems, including HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.
• Hold a full driving licence.

Rewards and benefits

We are proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a variety of flexible benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.

Diversity and inclusion

Making Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a high priority for us. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives, and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.

We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier

Recruitment timeline

• October 2025: Initial applications
• November 2025: Application reviews
• January 2026 onwards: Interviews