Apprentice Project Engineer

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Job Title: Apprentice Project Engineer

Summary of Role

As an Apprentice Project Engineer you will support the Project Engineer within the Main Contracts or Small Works divisions to deliver fire sprinkler projects on time to budget and in accordance with customer and regulatory requirements. You will gain valuable experience in working on a variety of projects ranging from commercial offices warehouses distribution centres retail life sciences pharmaceutical through to data centres and airports being supported and developed by our team of experienced professionals around you.

What you will be doing:

• You will contribute to project initiation and handover meetings with all stakeholders including Sales Design Quantity Surveying teams.
• You will work alongside the Project Engineer to assist with the production and maintenance of the project programme.
• You will provide project information regularly to our clients throughout the life of a project.
• You will maintain central project file records and assist with the completion and submission of end-of-project documentation e.g. Operating Manuals As-Fitted Drawings Certifications.
• You will support in insuring installers are adequately briefed are competent & qualified to fulfil all project requirements.
• You will contribute to the creation of project Quality Plans and assist the Project Engineer with internal & third-party audits.
• You will support with the Health & Safety requirements for each project by recording on-site inspections in accordance and assisting the Project Engineer with the completion of all H&S related documentation e.g. Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS) attendance sheets etc.

Desired Skills Qualities and Experience (all essential):

• Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above.
• A grade 5 in Maths.
• A Level DD or BTEC National Diploma PPP or Access to HE Diploma with 21 Merits or Level 3 Apprenticeship in related subject or Equivalent level 3 qualifications worth 64 UCAS points
• Enthusiastic and passionate about a career in engineering.
• Eager to develop new skills and knowledge in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Good level of Attendance self-discipline and time management. Meeting deadlines managing multiple tasks effectively.

What you can expect in return

• Salary 22000 per annum
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and option to buy 5 days
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Life Assurance

About the apprenticeship

You will be studying towards a Construction Design & Build Technician Level 4 Apprenticeship. The course location is London South Bank University

When not studying you will work alongside our experienced Project Managers delivering a real project engineering role. You may be expected to travel to different sites within a geographical region. You will need to manage your time and commitments well to ensure that you are able to complete your assignments whilst delivering a highly valued role.

In addition to developing your core skills you will be expected to support and carry out additional activities across our projects and service delivery. This may include project site assessments supporting project documentation assisting with technical surveys and contributing to project planning and coordination activities. These responsibilities will provide valuable hands-on experience across the full spectrum of project delivery while contributing to overall project success and will complement your technical development as you progress through the apprenticeship program

Important Information:

GRADES: You will be required to provide your GCSE Grades prior to selection for the Assessment Centre & Interview

The assessment centre for this programme will take place on Monday 22nd June or Tuesday 23rd June in London

Role Start Date: September 2026

Note: You may be required to complete a DBS check at either basic or enhanced level depending on the location you will be working in.

Required Experience:

IC

Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1