Building Services Engineering for Construction Placement with Murphy (Transportation Business Unit)

Gateway: Construction and the Green Economy
T-Level: Building Services Engineering for Construction
Location: Trafford

This placement will be based in our Transportation Business Unit out of our Golborne Office, Wigan Road, Golborne, Warrington, WA3 3UB.

With a proud history dating back to the 1960s, Murphy is a multi-disciplinary transportation specialist delivering sustainable solutions.

Rail renewals to enhancements, bridge building and aviation, our award-winning team has extensive experience. Our infrastructure solutions ensure we meet and go beyond client requirements, delivering value for money through innovation and being ‘better engineered’. We provide practical and innovative results, working around the individual needs of our clients.

You can find out more about what current exciting energy projects we are working on here: Murphy Transportation – Murphy Group

Location: Golborne Office, Wigan Road, Golborne, Warrington, WA3 3UB.

About the placement

As part of this placement, you will get involved in:

  • Rail Bridge, Earthworks, Drainage and Stations projects
  • Primary involvement will be in the pre-construction phase which includes Design and Construction planning.
  • Working with our Design consultants to coordinate the development of designs and review design proposals.
  • Working with our Contractors Responsible Engineers to plan the construction including coordination of Temporary Works Designs.
  • Supporting the Engineering team with administrative tasks to aid the developing engineering solutions.

About the business

Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering; Utility Connections; Murphy Plant; Murphy Process Engineering; Pipeline Testing Services; Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy is a specialist in delivering pipelines, design, structural steel, tunnelling, fabrication, bridges and piling, and has a substantial holding of plant, equipment and facilities. Murphy employs more than 4,000 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. There’s more to Murphy.

About the T Level – Building Services Engineering for Construction

During the 2-year programme, students will develop the core knowledge and skills that are needed for entry to a range of construction occupations.

This course is suitable for anyone wanting a career in construction, specifically in areas such as electric installation and maintenance, plumbing or heating.

All students will develop a general understanding of construction, including:

  • health and safety
  • the science behind building design, surveying and planning
  • making accurate and appropriate measurements
  • construction methods
  • building regulations and standards
  • data management and information standards in construction
  • relationship management and customer service
  • how the Internet of Things (IoT) impacts construction
  • digital engineering techniques
  • mathematical techniques to solve construction problems
  • construction design principles and processes
  • the construction industry and its role in the economy
  • sustainability and the environmental impact of construction
  • business, commerce and corporate social responsibility

They will also learn about topics specific to building services engineering, including:

  • building technology principles
  • building services engineering systems
  • maintenance principles
  • tools, equipment and materials

This T Level course is currently on offer in Greater Manchester at:

This placement may not be available with all colleges or providers. Please speak to your college or provider for more information about which placements may be available to you.