Undergraduate Building Services Engineer

John Sisk & Son Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

John Sisk & Son Ltd offers an undergraduate placement for Building Services Engineering students across UK projects, starting Summer 2027 for either 3 or 12 months. You will gain hands-on experience with real responsibility and technical development.

The program provides mentoring from experienced professionals, structured training, and exposure to chartership pathways, enabling you to contribute to high-profile projects and build your future in engineering.

Qualifications

• Currently studying a Building Services Engineering related degree
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and take initiative
• Geographically mobile

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience on major projects
• Receive mentoring from experienced professionals
• Exposure to chartership pathways
• Develop Building Services engineering knowledge

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Analytical mindset

Willingness to learn

Initiative

Geographic mobility

Education

Building Services Engineering degree (related)

Job description

Undergraduate Building Services Engineer

Location: Various Projects across the UK

Overview

Undergraduate Building Services Engineer

Location: Various Projects across the UK

Start Date: Summer 2027

Duration: 3 or 12 months

Application Deadline: December

Build your future with John Sisk & Son

Are you studying a Mechanical, Electrical or Building Services Engineering degree and looking for a placement that offers real responsibility, technical development, and exposure to major projects? Join Sisk for a 3 or 12-month undergraduate placement and gain hands‑on experience with one of the UK and Ireland’s leading building contractors.

Who We Are

Established in 1859, Sisk is proud to be in its fifth generation of family ownership. Our founding values of care, excellence, and integrity continue to shape everything we do. With a clear vision of Building Excellence, we consistently deliver high‑quality projects that exceed client expectations. Our people are the driving force behind our success, and we are now looking for the next generation of students to help us carry that legacy forward.

What We’re Looking For

• Currently studying a Building Services Engineering related degree
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Analytical mindset and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and take initiative
• Geographically mobile

What You’ll Get

• Competitive placement salary
• Structured training and development
• Mentoring from experienced professionals
• Exposure to chartership pathways
• A chance to make a real impact on high‑profile projects