Apprentice Project Engineer

Notjustlabcoats; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK is looking for apprentices in Project Engineering. This role offers hands-on training in building services systems alongside a college education leading to Level 4 qualifications. You’ll work on innovative projects, support technical processes, and develop professional skills in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates are keen learners with relevant GCSEs and A Levels, ready to embrace a fulfilling career in engineering.

Benefits

Hands-on experience

Support for education

Networking opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must have 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above.
• Must have 2 A Levels with minimum grade C or equivalent in STEM.
• Eligibility requires residency status and right to work.

Responsibilities

• Learn installation processes for electrical or mechanical systems.
• Develop technical specifications and coordinate designs.
• Attend project meetings and prepare information for reports.

Skills

Technical understanding of building services

Clear communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

5 GCSEs including English, Maths, Science

2 A Levels in STEM subjects

Job description

As the UK’s largest independent engineering and services business, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach has enabled us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing innovative solutions using the latest tools and technologies. Our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence form the foundation of our company and guide the way we work and behave. At NG Bailey, we recognise the importance of having apprentices in our workforce. Our industry-leading approach develops the behaviours, skills, knowledge, and experience our apprentices need to build a successful career. We work in partnership with a national network of colleges to offer some of the best training in the industry. Apprenticeships are available for anyone over 16 years of age. They offer you the opportunity to earn a wage and work full time in your chosen trade area. This means you develop your skills in a real working environment from day one and are able put the skills you learn at college, directly into practice at work.

Are you looking to kick start your career as a Project Engineer?

Do you want to work on exciting building services projects that challenge you daily and get paid while you do it?

Do you want to be involved in delivering complex electrical or mechanical systems safely, profitably and to customer satisfaction?

Do you want to walk past a building and know you played your part in its journey?

If the answer to these questions is yes, then join NG Bailey and of the next generation who bring to life the next nuclear power station, hospital, school or theme park. Maybe you’ll help save the environment in your own small way by being involved in the delivery of low‑carbon technologies on a new wind farm or battery factory.

A typical day will be diverse, challenging and very rewarding. You will be part of our experienced Engineering Team, learning how electrical or mechanical building services systems are designed, installed, commissioned and handed over on complex construction projects.

As an NG Bailey apprentice you will:

• Learn about our award‑winning approach to working safely
• Work in our offices and on construction sites
• Be prepared for early starts and travel away from home
• Develop strong working relationships with experienced engineers, site teams and project managers
• Have a strong support network giving you the chance to build your confidence, skills and professional judgement

This role is designed to develop over time. You will start with core processes and supervised tasks, building technical knowledge and responsibility as your competence and confidence grow.

You will learn to:

• Develop a technical understanding of electrical and/or mechanical building services systems installed in commercial and complex buildings
• Read, understand and work with technical specifications, drawings and schedules
• Work with engineers and BIM teams to coordinate designs and resolve technical queries
• Raise and manage Requests for Information (RFIs) and understand the importance of clear audit trail
• Prepare and deliver Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMS) to support safe installation activities
• Support the procurement process, including requesting quotations, assessing technical compliance and placing orders
• Attend project meetings with clients, designers, contractors and internal teams
• Prepare information for progress reports, programme updates and cost control
• Work with your project team to monitor installation progress against the programme and identify risks, solutions and opportunities
• Learn how to manage change, including the importance of early warning notices and their impact on time and cost
• Support commissioning activities and ensure systems are delivered and handed over in line with quality standards and completed drawings
• As you gain experience, manage small sections of a project and take responsibility for meeting agreed targets and deadlines

We are looking for people who:

• Are keen to learn and develop technical and professional skills
• Share our values of Passion, Integrity, Responsibility and Excellence
• Are organised, well prepared, and demonstrate good timekeeping and attendance
• Can communicate clearly in writing and in person
• Enjoy working as part of a team but can also act independently when required
• Can follow instructions, manage competing priorities and work under pressure

You will attend college on block release to complete the Level 4 Building Services Engineering Senior Technician apprenticeship and regularly attend in‑house training and development as part of the programme.

To apply you need:

5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade C/4 or above in English Language, Maths, Science and 2 other subjects.

Plus, have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) 2x A Levels grade C (or equivalent such as BTEC Extended Diploma, Level 3 Diploma, Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship) in STEM subjects.

Please note, to be eligible for an apprenticeship you:

• Must be able to complete the apprenticeship within the required time, including the End‑Point Assessment.
• Must have a valid and eligible residency status and the right to work in England.
• Must be ordinarily resident in the UK or its territories for at least 3 years before starting the apprenticeship.

Further eligibility details can be found online at https://guidance/apprenticeship‑funding‑rules. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory eligibility checks.

Ready to apply?

If you are applying for this role, take a look at our application hints and tips for guidance on what good looks like. We receive a lot of applications, find out how you can make yours stand out.

Apprenticeship‑Hints‑and‑Tips.pdf (ngbailey.com)

What happens next?

If we like what we see on your application, you will be invited to undertake a telephone interview. If we then wish to progress your application further, you will be invited to attend an assessment centre at which we will shortlist for final