McLaughlin & Harvey are one of the leading Building and Civil Engineering Contractors operating throughout the UK and Ireland.
We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and engaging Trainee Engineer.

HOW DO I KNOW IF IT’S RIGHT FOR ME?

Joining our Trainee Scheme is easy! All we require is that you are over 16 years of age and have achieved the required entry requirements for the appropriate University, as detailed at the bottom of this advert.
We offer a fully funded scheme where on completion you will gain a degree. Training will include time in relevant departments offering a broader understanding of how the business operates getting involved in interesting and challenging work. At the same time, you’ll be earning a competitive salary. Recent projects include; Farnborough Airport expansion, Alexander Stadium, Birmingham and Boclair Academy, Bearsden.

EXPERIENCE

• High personal standards of professionalism at all times particularly in relation to health and safety culture
• Fully embrace the principles of the Considerate Constructors’ Scheme and provide active input to maximise the company’s performance in the scheme
• Commitment to studying towards professional qualification
• Strong analytical, written, communication and presentation skills
• Willingness to develop your existing skills and acquire new ones
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with a dedicated approach to meeting deadlines
• Eligibility to work and live permanently in the UK
• Hold a full UK Driving Licence (desirable) or access to private/public transport

WHAT ARE THE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS?

• GCSE: Grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics, or equivalent (we accept Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths).
• A-level subjects: Grade C or above in Mathematics plus a pass in one of the following subjects: Biology; Chemistry; Computing/Computer Science; Design and Technology; Electronics; Engineering; ICT; Further Mathematics; Music Technology; Physics; Statistics.
• Mathematics requirement can also be met by the Cambridge Pre-U Mathematics at Merit 3.
• Points from A-level General Studies and AS-level subjects (not taken onto full A-level) can be included towards overall tariff.
• You must have a minimum of two A-levels.

The McLaughlin and Harvey Trainee programme will give you the opportunity to train as a Civil Engineer. From day one, our programme is designed to give you the best mentored, relevant and practical experience on site, tailored to suit your chosen career. Join McLaughlin and Harvey’s Trainee programme and you’ll gain a nationally recognised qualification coupled with invaluable hands on experience, ready to begin your career in one of the most exciting industries around!
As a Trainee Engineer will assist the Engineer in ensuring and delivering all aspects of dimensional accuracy on a construction or civil engineering projects. During the development period the Trainee Engineer will assist the Engineer and carry out the following duties:

The Trainee Engineer will assist the Engineer in ensuring and delivering all aspects of dimensional accuracy on a construction or civil engineering project irrespective of how the work is procured and delivered (e.g. by McL&H direct labour force or subcontractor). This is not a reactive role and the trainee Engineer should assist the Engineer in taking pro-active steps, prior to works commencing, to ensure dimensional accuracy within all construction elements, fabrics, fixtures and fittings in their entirety. Such pro-active steps may include, for example, reviewing drawings and specifications with subcontractors and site managers prior to works starting to ensure that all parties fully understand project requirements and thereby minimising the likelihood of non-complaint works arising.

• Reviewing drawings and specifications with subcontractors and site managers minimising the likelihood of non-complaint works arising
• Assist with all document control relating to drawings and specifications, including maintaining up to date registers, and ensuring that such documents are timeously issued to all persons, parties and subcontractors
• Support the line manager in monitoring quality specification compliance
• Adopting a positive and pro-active approach to project delivery
• Raise Technical Queries
• Assist in maintaining as-built drawings.
• Assist in the compilation of Risk Assessment and Methods Statement
• Maintenance of existing services and new services as and when they are installed, altered or removed from the confines of the site
• Work closely with the project commercial team and provide and maintain information
• Help ensuring that accurate primary setting out control is established prior to commencement of site works
• Assist the Engineer in ensure that an initial Ordinance Grid Level survey is carried out prior to commencement of site works, together with verification of any assumed levels or dimensions, including existing drainage, kerb tie-ins, adjoining structures etc
• Support the Engineer when carrying out a dilapidation survey of existing buildings, property, infrastructure etc. prior to works commencing on site
• Familiarisation of the Company Health and Safety Policy, individual role responsibilities and ensure full compliance

Qualifications