We are Hall & Kay, part of Integral - a JLL company. We are Facilities and Maintenance firm based across the UK. We work with organisations in Mechanical, Electrical and Fabric works with engineers nationwide to deliver engineering excellence for our clients. The Integral family are the largest mobile hard services provider in the UK.
We are excited to open applications for our 2025 Apprenticeship program. If you're looking to start your career, Hall & Kay are the perfect professional home. At Hall & Kay, Integral and JLL, you'll have a chance to innovate with the world's leading businesses, put that expertise into action on landmark projects, and work on game-changing facilities and maintenance initiatives. You'll also make long-lasting professional connections through sharing different perspectives, and you'll be inspired by the best. We're focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours. Achieve your ambitions – join us at Hall & Kay, Integral and JLL!
Job Title: Apprentice Project Engineer
Summary of Role
As an Apprentice Project Engineer you will support the Project Engineer within the Main Contracts or Small Works divisions to deliver fire sprinkler projects on time, to budget and in accordance with customer and regulatory requirements. You will gain valuable experience in working on a variety of projects ranging from commercial offices, warehouses, distribution centres, retail, life sciences, pharmaceutical through to data centres and airports – being supported and developed by our team of experienced professionals around you.
What you will be doing:
* You will contribute to project initiation and handover meetings with all stakeholders including Sales, Design, Quantity Surveying teams.
* You will work alongside the Project Engineer to assist with the production and maintenance of the project programme.
* You will provide project information regularly to our clients throughout the life of a project.
* You will maintain central project file records and assist with the completion and submission of end-of-project documentation e.g. Operating Manuals, As-Fitted Drawings, Certifications.
* You will support in insuring installers are adequately briefed, are competent & qualified to fulfil all project requirements.
* You will contribute to the creation of project Quality Plans and assist the Project Engineer with internal & third-party audits.
* You will support with the Health & Safety requirements for each project by recording on-site inspections in accordance, and assisting the Project Engineer with the completion of all H&S related documentation e.g. Risk Assessment Method Statements (RAMS), attendance sheets etc.
Desired Skills, Qualities, and Experience (all essential):
* Minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above. A grade 5 in Maths and Science is required for this role.
* Enthusiastic and passionate about a career in engineering.
* Eager to develop new skills and knowledge in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team.
* Good level of Attendance, self-discipline and time management. Meeting deadlines, managing multiple tasks effectively.
* There is a minimum age requirement to be at least 16 years old by 1st September 2025.
What you can expect in return:
* Salary £21,000 per annum
* 25 days holiday plus bank holidays and option to buy 5 days and sell 2 days
* Contributory company pension scheme
* Private medical scheme
* Life Assurance
About the apprenticeship
You will study towards either a Level 3 or Level 4 Construction Design & Build Technician Apprenticeship which will be completed over 24 to 36 months (the Level will depend on your existing qualifications).
When not studying, you will work alongside our experienced Engineers delivering a real project engineering role. You may be expected to travel to different sites within a geographical region. You will need to manage your time and commitments well to ensure that you are able to complete your assignments whilst delivering a highly valued role.
Important Information:
GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional on achieving the required grades before the apprenticeship start date.
The recruitment process for this programme will take place in March & April 2025
* Application Closing Date: Sunday 16th February 2025
* Role Start Date: August 2025
Note: You may be required to complete a DBS check, at either basic or enhanced level, depending on the location you will be working in.
About Us
At Hall & Kay, we deliver complex fire protection and security solutions to protect what matters most to our clients. As technical experts our focus is on the lifetime value of a project. Meaning we can design, supply, install, test and maintain all types of sprinkler, gas suppression, fire detection, and integrated security systems. With 140+ year trading experience and a strong project delivery culture, we are proud to have built lasting relationships with some of the UK's most respected companies in all areas of industry and construction.