Building a sustainable tomorrow.

Are you passionate about shaping the world around us and eager to make a meaningful impact? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineering graduate to join us at BAM; working alongside our mechanical design team and working closely with our associates in developing our business.

The successful candidate shall demonstrate a basic Mechanical Engineering knowledge, with enthusiasm to develop and grow in experience. Specific structured and unstructured training will be given as part of the role to develop skills in building services engineering and sustainability.

Key roles & responsibilities

You will report to the senior MEPH team and will be expected to work alongside all other design disciplines within BAM Design to ensure a coordinated approach to building design as well as the wider BAM business units.

  • Support the Senior Management team and mechanical team leaders in all aspects of the MEP development and resource planning
  • Advocate knowledge sharing to all members of the project teams
  • Engage with project delivery teams and encouraging collaboration from early design stage to final handover.
  • Ensure all projects are designed and managed in line with our duties under the CDM regulations

We expect the Graduate Mechanical Engineer to have the basic general experience in mechanical engineering. In addition the role will involve gaining further experience in:

  • Working on a number of large multidiscipline projects across all market sectors with a particular focus on Education and Commercial
  • Knowledge of Building Regulations and CIBSE/BSRIA Design standards
  • Knowledge of main British Standards
  • Working Knowledge in the use of thermal modelling/design software such as IES, Hevacomp, TAS etc.
  • Using and developing Building Information Modelling (BIM) to ensure systems are coordinated in a complex construction or refurbishment project
  • Attending a range of project meetings
  • Ensure that the design and maintenance of building systems meets legislative and health and safety requirement
  • Working knowledge of RIBA/BRSIA work stages and the deliverables associated to the building services industry

Who are we looking for?

  • Good time management skills in order to commit to work deadlines.
  • Possess excellent interpersonal skills and willingness to explore, learn and use new technologies and software.
  • Completed Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline in the last 2 years or due to complete in 2025
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • A passion and desire to learn and grow within the industry
  • Commitment to working towards your Professional Development journey (e.g. IMechE or CIBSE)

As well as working in alignment with our values of being collaborative, reliable, inclusive, and taking ownership we will look to understand your personal values, your potential and development areas for the role.

What’s in it for you?

You will join our structured Graduate Programme, that will provide you with support for all your learning and development needs. This includes Professional Development with an experienced team of subject matter experts in your chosen field. We offer a Benefits package which includes:

  • Company car / allowance OR Travel allowance
  • Matched pension contributions
  • Private healthcare
  • Life assurance
  • 26 days holiday increasing with length of service
  • Holiday Purchase Scheme (up to 5 days on top)
  • Career Breaks
  • 2 wellbeing days and 1 volunteering day
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Family friendly policies
  • Flexible Working
  • Access to retail discount platform (BAM Benefits)
  • Mentorship and guidance from experienced professionals.
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Paid for membership to professional institution

Who are we?

People are at the heart of what we do at BAM. We recognise that creating a diverse and inclusive environment that nurtures our employees and encourages them to bring their best and whole self to work is crucial. We’re on an exciting journey to get us there by recruiting the very best talent to join us regardless of race, colour, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability or other characteristics.

BAM is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and developing policies that support work-life balance.

Be you! Join us today, so we can achieve amazing things together and build a sustainable tomorrow.

Our recruitment process, what you need to know?

Applications are now open, and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible - please answer all questions set out in the application form. As well as an updated CV we require a cover letter that sets out your career aspirations and your interest in BAM Nuttall and as an employer.

BAM is committed to ensuring a fully inclusive recruitment and onboarding process, so if at anytime you feel you may need any reasonable adjustments, do not hesitate to speak with one of our team, and we will do our best to support you.

Interviews will be held in December 2024 and Assessment Centres in January/February 2025