Apprentice Building Services Engineer

The selected candidate will:

Ensure all projects are completed to a high technical standard, on time and on budget Carry out fee earning work, getting involved in design of schemes where appropriate and particularly where high-level technical expertise is required Complete tasks as assigned by the team leader including assisting in the formation of sound engineering, providing cost effective solutions Meet with clients to establish project brief and budget costs for client consideration Draw up detailed specifications and drawings against client’s briefs Review tenders received and prepare tender reports and recommendations Project manage site works from commencement to completion Monitor site works against specification requirements and agree contractor’s final accounts Carry out inspections of existing installations and submit condition reports Write technical reports and design presentations as well as preparation of tender drawings and specifications Develop Energy Strategies to adopt appropriate sustainable and low carbon mechanical design systems Use drafting software such as CAD including AutoCAD and Revit Select appropriate plant and equipment to develop mechanical plantroom configurations Detail analysis of pipework and ductwork distribution systems and co-ordination with other disciplines Complete site visits, surveys, and witness system commissioning Familiar with relevant legislation, codes of practice, CIBSE guides, building regulations and best practice Complete tasks as assigned by the team leader including assisting in the formation of sound engineering, cost effective solutions Help prepare specifications and documents to enable projects to be tendered and to gain accurate costs from contractors Draw up detailed specifications and drawings against client's briefs Assist in the preparation of any necessary building regulation or planning applications and monitor and deal with as necessary through discussions with the necessary authorities Assist with the assessment of tenders and make recommendations to project leaders Assist Project Managers on projects by attending site for Project Progress Meetings. To learn from the M&E team, and other disciplines how to understand and clearly define clients’ expectations to provide advice, keep them informed of progress on projects and make them aware of technical and financial implications Administer the construction contract as required, ensuring that acceptable quality standards of workmanship and performance are achieved Assist in checking contractors’ valuations for M&E work Learn how expenditure is controlled and how to ensure that schemes are completed within budget and on time Understand how final accounts are agreed with contractors Ensure professional competence through attendance at university to complete professional competence and for continual professional development Ensure that time spent on projects is recorded on daily timesheets and that fee invoicing is carried out at appropriate stages Carry out inspections of properties to produce survey reports Endeavour to promote the practice to obtain new projects and new clients by being aware of and promoting Ingleton Wood’s values and objectives to external stakeholders

Training:

The successful candidate will study and work towards achieving a BA (Hons) Building Services Design Engineering Degree.

The course provider is London South Bank University with the successful candidate working from our Oxford office four days a week and have one day a week day release to attend University. 

Training Outcome:
The successful candidate will work alongside like-minded engineers and work to complete their degree, while gaining vital experience As a successful Building Services Engineer, you will accept advice and training in order to provide an efficient and effective service in the engineering design discipline in the built environment, to the Practice, and its clients To accept direction with the view to be able to deliver, design, develop, plan, co-ordinate, supervise and project manage design schemes Once qualified there are opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment, including studying towards a Master's Degree and working towards obtaining CIBSE Chartership

Employer Description:
Ingleton Wood is a value-led, people focussed practice providing clients with inspirational and practical design solutions; we exist to improve the communities in which we all live and work. Originally established in 1935, we are a dynamic multi-disciplinary property and construction consultancy, providing a wide range of services across many industry sectors, including commercial, education, defence, residential and more. We develop long term relationships with clients, adding value at every stage of development. We are one of a few medium-sized consultancies offering integrated design and technical expertise.

Working Hours :
Role is based at our Oxford office based in Witney (OX28 4GE). Office hours are Monday - Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm. The position will require attendance in the office and on site.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Physical fitness,Literacy skills,Data analysis skills,Full clean driving licence