Apprentice BIM Technician (Building Services Engineering)
TACE MANCHESTER LIMITED
Cheadle (SK8 6QL)
Closes in 13 days (Friday 3 April 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 20 March 2026
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Summary
Excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic apprentice to join our Digital Engineering/BIM team and learn how building services (MEP) projects are delivered using 3D modelling. You’ll be supported to develop Revit and BIM skills while helping the team produce coordinated models and issue information to project teams.
- Wage
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£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Building services engineering technician 2022 (level 3)
- Hours
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08:30 - 17:30, Monday - Thursday.
08:30 - 14:00, Friday.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 6 July 2026
- Duration
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2 years 8 months
- Positions available
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1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
You will work within our Digital Engineering/BIM function supporting the delivery of coordinated 3D MEP models. You’ll learn how we set up and maintain project models, follow agreed BIM requirements, and issue information in line with company and client standards. This apprenticeship focuses on technical delivery and coordination support (not design responsibility), with structured training and day‑to‑day mentoring from experienced engineers/technicians and the BIM team.
Typical duties you’ll be supported to learn and assist with include:
- Creating and updating Revit models based on guidance from engineers and the BIM team.
- Uploading, organising and naming files correctly within the project Common Data Environment (CDE).
- Assisting with basic coordination checks, including running clash tests and producing simple clash reports for review.
- Carrying out model/QA checks against internal procedures before information is issued externally.
- Applying company BIM/CAD standards and helping maintain template files and guidance documents (with support).
- Working collaboratively with engineers and technicians to help the team meet deadlines and deliver coordinated information.
- Developing your technical skills over time (software updates, internal procedures, best practice).
Where you'll work
Oak Green, Stanley Green Business Park
Cheadle Hulme
Cheadle
SK8 6QL
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
THE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP
Training course
Building services engineering technician 2022 (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Apply appropriate building services engineering principles, techniques, and methods, including mathematical, scientific, and technical know-how, to building services engineering and the construction or manufacturing process
- Apply key principles, techniques and methods of data and technical information collection, analysis and evaluation to support the delivery of building services engineering models (such as Building Information Modelling), designs, and technical solutions
- Operate computer-based software packages, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD) or modelling software (Revit) to produce and present technical information and documentation with relevant conventions and engineering terminology
- Apply statutory health, safety and welfare policies, procedures, and regulations in the building services engineering environment, using risk management processes, procedures, and documentation
- Support and contribute to the production or modification of building services engineering technical solutions in accordance with relevant industry standards, procedures, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation, such as the Building Safety legislation.
- Apply principles of sustainable development, including those relating to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG), environmental policies and legislations in building services engineering projects, recognising the need to reduce carbon use, lower emissions, and wider sustainability
- Plan, carry out and manage own work in line with quality assurance systems and processes, recognising the wider implications to customer needs, and within cost and resource limitations
- Consider equality, diversity, and inclusion in the delivery of building services engineering projects
- Apply document control processes and procedures using the approved processes, maintaining quality compliance when creating or amending engineering documentation
- Communicate using appropriate methods for the audience, and incorporate relevant and appropriate terms, standards, and data
- Apply ethical principles to building services engineering projects, including the secure use of data and information
- Plan, undertake and review their own professional competence, regularly updating and reviewing their CPD to improve performance
- Apply appropriate building services engineering principles, techniques, and methods, including mathematical, scientific, and technical know-how, to building services engineering and the construction or manufacturing process
- Apply key principles, techniques and methods of data and technical information collection, analysis and evaluation to support the delivery of building services engineering models (such as Building Information Modelling), designs, and technical solutions
- Operate computer-based software packages, such as Computer Aided Design (CAD) or modelling software (Revit) to produce and present technical information and documentation with relevant conventions and engineering terminology
- Apply statutory health, safety and welfare policies, procedures, and regulations in the building services engineering environment, using risk management processes, procedures, and documentation
- Support and contribute to the production or modification of building services engineering technical solutions in accordance with relevant industry standards, procedures, codes of practice, regulations, and legislation, such as the Building Safety legislation.
- Apply principles of sustainable development, including those relating to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG), environmental policies and legislations in building services engineering projects, recognising the need to reduce carbon use, lower emissions, and wider sustainability
- Plan, carry out and manage own work in line with quality assurance systems and processes, recognising the wider implications to customer needs, and within cost and resource limitations
- Consider equality, diversity, and inclusion in the delivery of building services engineering projects
- Apply document control processes and procedures using the approved processes, maintaining quality compliance when creating or amending engineering documentation
- Communicate using appropriate methods for the audience, and incorporate relevant and appropriate terms, standards, and data
- Apply ethical principles to building services engineering projects, including the secure use of data and information
- Plan, undertake and review their own professional competence, regularly updating and reviewing their CPD to improve performance
Training schedule
Day release at college.
Trafford & Stockport College Group - Stretford Campus.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- Any (grade 4/C or above)
- Any (grade 4/C or above)
- English (grade 4/C or above)
- Maths (grade 4/C or above)
- Science (grade 4/C or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Team working
- Professional attitude
- Willingness to learn
Other requirements
The role will suit someone who is enthusiastic and eager to learn, with a positive attitude and a genuine interest in developing new digital/BIM skills. You’ll be comfortable working as part of a team, communicating respectfully with colleagues, and taking a proactive approach by asking questions and taking ownership of tasks appropriate to your level. We’re looking for someone reliable and organised, who pays attention to detail, is open to feedback, and is committed to building their confidence and professional skills over time.
This is a computer‑based, detail‑focused role supporting multiple live projects. You’ll need to be comfortable working carefully to standards, completing QA checks, and managing tasks to deadlines with support from the team. We’ll provide training and guidance, but you’ll need to bring commitment, curiosity and a willingness to learn.
About this employer
TACE, part of the Contollo Group, is a specialist building-services consulting-engineering practice which serves the public and private sectors with a focus on education, sports facilities, and multi-unit accommodation. A long-standing reputation for high-quality design services and expertise in low and net zero carbon solutions, helping our clients achieve their Net Zero ambitions. Our engineers work collaboratively to understand client perspectives and deliver tailored, commercially sound solutions that align with their environmental and operational goals. Our growth is founded on attention to detail, commitment, and the expertise of our team, resulting in strong client relationships and high levels of repeat business.
After this apprenticeship
The correct candidate can go far; there is no ceiling to personal development.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
THE TRAFFORD AND STOCKPORT COLLEGE GROUP
Apprenticeship Team
apprenticeships@tscg.ac.uk
01618867461
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000022487.
Apply now
Closes in 13 days (Friday 3 April 2026 at 11:59pm)