Graduate Building Services Engineer

Hollis
London

After reading about the role, please ensure to read application instructions at the bottom of the page. 

PLEASE NOTE: You must follow the application instructions correctly. Failure to do so may mean that your application is not considered.

 

All about the role

We’re seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual, who’s recently completed or are studying towards either a BEng or MEng in Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering to join Hollis.

Introducing an amazing opportunity for a Graduate Building Services Engineer. Join our well-established and expert teams and assist them in all aspects of building service engineering. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and contribute to the ongoing success and evolution of Hollis.

You’ll also be enrolled onto our CIBSE accredited training programme from the jump and start working towards professional membership.

Please note: We are looking for someone to start in this role as soon as possible. 

Your day to day:

  • Undertake Dilapidations Studies and Condition Reports.
  • Work closely with a Senior Engineer or Associate to provide advice, project monitoring and performance specification advice for refurbishment and fit-out projects.
  • Support the team providing technical support and maintenance management duties.
  • Meet target KPIs on WIP management including HIW.
  • Business Development and client care awareness.
  • Adherence to Health & Safety procedures
  • Independence around your own continuous professional learning
  • Respect company values and culture.

Your skills and experience

  • Degree or MSc in Building Services Engineering or Mechanical Engineering with ideally some work experience in a commercial property environment.
  • Excellent report writing and communication skills are required and the ability to liaise professionally with clients and colleagues is essential .
  • Working knowledge of the following building services is essential :
    • Electrical Distribution.
    • Air Conditioning Systems, including VRV, VAV, Chilled Water Systems (as well as knowledge of older and less common systems).
    • Heating.
    • Controls and BMS.
    • Fire Alarms, Security and Access Systems.
    • Lifts (as far as expected from an M&E point of view).

All about you

  • You’re professional, self-motivated, enthusiastic, proactive, able to prioritise and multi-task with a can-do attitude.
  • You’re highly organised with the ability to balance tasks and ensure deadlines are met.
  • You’re flexible and able to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and tight timelines.
  • You have a passion for the built environment and engineering.

We welcome applicants with language skills and encourage employees to work abroad in our offices across Europe. At the same time, we recruit nationals from Europe to participate in UK training before relocating.

All about Hollis

We’re incredibly proud to have a long tradition of recruiting and nurturing future talent. 72 of our current employees started with us on our emerging talent programmes (11 are now directors), with the longest serving being with us for a whopping 26 years! We currently have 70 graduates, 18 apprentices and 8 placements across our different programmes, so you’ll be in the best hands to learn and evolve. We’re also humbled by our 88% pass rate over the last 12 months, so you’ll be in the best hands to succeed.

We are hardworking, progressive, successful and fun! We’re independently-owned and independently-minded, not afraid to give honest advice or to be ourselves. We aim to achieve the right balance for you, delivering excellent client service whilst supporting you in fulfilling your potential and achieving your goals.

Our mission is to address complex challenges for our clients while expanding into new markets. Our engineers collaborate closely with other teams, utilising our Hollis ‘One Team’ approach to deliver comprehensive, interdisciplinary solutions. This role offers a strong foundation for your professional growth and development.

How will you play your part in the future of real estate? What kind of difference do you want to make? Your ambitions inspire us, and we’re ready to explore the possibilities with you.

Application Instructions

You will be asked to answer three questions:

  • Two role specific questions
  • One Hollis-related question

For each question, you may choose to respond with either a written answer or a video.

Each candidate must submit at least one video response , but you can choose which question to answer by video.

Make sure all three questions are answered before submitting your application.

Written responses should be no more than 250 words each.
Video responses should be no longer than 1 minute each.

Good luck!

Posted 2025-09-30

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