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Degree Apprentice Mechanical & Electrical Engineer

Skanska

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Overview

If you’re looking for more than just a job, if you want to make a real difference with every decision you make, you’re in the right place.  
Full time, Permanent
London

Key information

Skanska is one of the largest construction and development companies in the world. Together, we shape how we live, work and connect – we build from the ground up and maintain your local communities, infrastructure and transportation.   

About the role

What you'll do: 

  • Work alongside experienced engineers and construction professionals. Together, you will be solving engineering challenges that arise during the construction of buildings.  No one day is the same. 
  • Learn to design, plan and oversee the installation of building services systems. These include electrical systems, heating, ventilation, air-conditioning, drainage, renewable technologies and other bits and bobs that bring a building to life. 
  • Co-ordinating site activities to make sure works get done safely, on time and to meet environmental legislation 
  • Drawing up and translating plans using CAD (computer aided system) and BIM (building information modelling) software
  • Assisting with estimating and tenders in the pre-construction stage 
  • Over time, you will learn to develop cost effective technical and sustainable design solutions involving the production of 3D models, calculations, specifications, reports and drawings. 
  • Undertake a series of rotations and training workshops with our Preconstruction, Health & Safety, Procurement and Environment teams.
  • Overall, you will be assisting with design, planning, health & safety, site operations and commercial tasks.

Requirements

What you'll bring to the role: 

  • 5 GCSEs at Grades 4-9 including Maths (Grade 6-9), English and Science or their equivalent.
  • You will need to be comfortable with Maths and Physics as engineering is built on these fundamental skills 
  • Thrive in a collaborative environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated
  • Dependable team player who actively supports and promotes collective success
  • Inquisitive and driven by a passion to grow and innovate
  • You must have lived in the UK in the last 3 years and have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for an apprenticeship. We are not able to proceed with applications that require visa sponsorship.
  • We are not able to proceed with applications from candidates that have already achieved a degree in a similar discipline.