2026 Graduate Building Services Engineer

Laing O'Rourke group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and engineering firm is seeking a Graduate Building Services Engineer to support engineering management of MEP installations. This role emphasizes continuous learning, offering hands-on experience in design, procurement, and project delivery. Applicants should hold a degree in Building or Architectural Engineering with strong numeracy and literacy skills. Be prepared for potential travel to project sites across the UK. Join a dynamic graduate development program aiming for professional accreditation.

Qualifications

• Studying or obtaining a degree with a clear route to professional accreditation.
• Degree classification should be 2:2 or higher.
• Eligible to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the engineering and management of MEP installations.
• Help ensure technical excellence and effective project delivery.
• Support design, procurement, installation, and commissioning stages.

Skills

Strong numeracy skills

Strong literacy skills

Flexibility

Education

Degree in Building Services Engineering

Degree in Architectural Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Graduate Building Services Engineer

We're looking for bright and committed graduates who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.

This role does not provide sponsorship

Role Overview

An Assistant Building Services Engineer assists in the engineering and management of mechanical, electrical, and public health (MEP) installations throughout the lifecycle of construction projects. They sit within the MEICA (Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls & Automation) Technical Function of the business.

For successful candidates, initial experience will be obtained across the MEP disciplines before focusing on either mechanical, electrical, or public health engineering in line with their existing qualifications.

The Assistant Building Services Engineers help to ensure technical excellence and the safe and effective delivery of projects through design, procurement, technical appraisal, installation, commissioning, and handover stages.

Off-site manufacturing solutions, Digital Engineering methods and sustainable technologies are at the forefront of how we deliver projects and trainee Building Services Engineers are key to help drive this for MEP works.

Location

As a project-led business, the location of our work can vary depending on project needs. This role may require you to be prepared to work away from home at project sites across the UK.

Degree Subjects

Building Services Engineering and Architectural Engineering

Professional Accreditation

Chartered Institution of Building Services Engineers (CIBSE), Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)

The Laing O'Rourke Graduate Development Programme - what can you expect?

Our graduate programme is designed to embrace and develop your capabilities. Most importantly, you will be encouraged to continue learning throughout your career. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your personal development and the achievement of professional accreditation as a priority.

Our programme will give you the practical experience, technical learning and professional development while being part of the some of the most exciting construction and infrastructure projects in the UK.

Our Application Process

We are committed to providing a clear and supportive recruitment journey. Here is what you can expect when applying for one of our graduate opportunities:

• CV Submission
  Submit your CV for review. We will assess your application against the entry criteria for the role you are applying for.

• Online Assessment
  You will complete a series of assessments designed to understand how you approach workplace situations, your preferred ways of working, as well as exercises to evaluate your critical thinking and numerical reasoning skills.

• Video Interview
  At this stage, you will be invited to record responses to two questions set by our hiring team. You will have sufficient time to prepare and ensure you present yourself confidently.

• Assessment Centre
  Our in-person assessment centres, held at a LOR office, provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills through a combination of individual tasks, short interviews, and group activities. This is also a chance to experience our culture first‑hand.

• Outcome
  We aim to provide feedback and communicate the outcome of your assessment centre within two weeks.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible so you don't miss the opportunity to be considered.

Entry requirements

We are looking for graduates who meet the following criteria:

• Studying for or have obtained a Building Services Engineering and Architectural Engineering degree

• Studying a degree course with a clear route to professional accreditation

• Your degree classification should be 2:2 or higher

• Entry degrees will be listed within each of our graduate vacancies and differ from role to role

• Strong numeracy and literacy skills

• Flexibility as you may be required to work away

• Eligible to work in the UK

Accessibility and Support

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support with your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.

**The Graduate Development Programme will commence in September 2026**