2026 Graduate Programme - Building Specialists - Fire, Energy Solutions & Facades

Overview

2026 Graduate Programme – Building Specialists – Fire, Energy Solutions & Facades

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds to do the best work of your life. You can embrace curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives and shape a career as unique as you are.

We are looking for Graduates for our Building Specialists teams with a flexible approach and a passion to learn in a leading Engineering and Professional Advisory services consultancy. You will enjoy working in a collaborative environment across a diverse range of clients and projects.

We are recruiting for Graduates in the following services and locations:

• Fire Engineering: London, Bristol, Birmingham, Glasgow and Edinburgh
• Digital Services: London, Manchester and Glasgow
• Energy Solutions: Glasgow and London or Leeds

Role and Team

As a Graduate in one of our Building Specialists teams, you will work on exciting and innovative projects, applying specialist knowledge to solve client problems. You will be embedded in multidisciplinary teams and mentored by experienced professionals, gaining exposure to real-world challenges and solutions in a supportive environment.

Projects

Our teams work on prestigious assignments, delivering projects such as:

• Monklands Replacement Hospital, Scotland
• Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle
• Control Posts, Heathrow Airport
• Mayfield Republic

Building Specialist Teams

Fire Engineering – involved in developing the fire strategy for a building, including the design of fire protection systems, means of escape, building layout, smoke control, sprinklers and fire performance of materials. As a Graduate, you will help protect buildings and occupants by ensuring design aligns with Building Regulations Part B and by producing fire strategy documents and technical reports. Day-to-day activities may include:

• Producing fire strategy reports for proposed and existing buildings
• Writing technical design notes
• Marking up architectural drawings to produce fire strategy plans
• Reviewing existing documentation and participating in design team meetings and site visits
• Responding to fire-related queries from other disciplines

Digital Services – lead the implementation of BIM, information management and visualisation. You will join a forward-thinking Digital Services team delivering BIM and digital solutions, learning from experienced professionals as you grow your career. Day-to-day activities may include:

• Supporting project teams in delivering BIM, digital advisory and innovative services
• Assisting in developing and managing digital strategies
• Coordinating and reviewing BIM models for accuracy
• Ensuring compliance with BIM standards (ISO 19650)
• Helping implement workflows for digital collaboration
• Contributing to bids and proposals with BIM and digital input

Façade Engineering – design of building envelopes across a range of projects. You will work with architects, developers and contractors from concept to construction. Day-to-day activities may include:

• Engineering calculations including thermal modelling and glass design analysis
• Developing design details and deliverables
• Learning about façade materials and engineering considerations
• Site inspections of façade installations
• Gaining awareness of weather performance, ventilation, solar gain and insulation
• Collaborating with other design disciplines
• Improving competence across software such as Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, Flixo, Bisco, Builddesk, Strand, SJ Mepla

Energy Solutions – WSP’s heat networks business, developing technology to support net-zero goals. You will be involved in modeling and delivery across the project lifecycle. Day-to-day activities may include:

• Engaging with clients and supporting project managers
• Visiting construction sites to assess progress and quality
• Learning new software and tools
• Participating in design team meetings
• Creating presentations and supporting bids

Graduate Development Programme

Two-year programme designed to support personal and professional development through blended learning, core business and professional skills training, mentoring for professional registration and broad on-the-job experience. We encourage chartered status with bodies such as ICE, IStructE, IMechE and IET, supported by training agreements.

To learn more about sectors, specialisms and qualification requirements, please refer to the Graduate brochure or Graduate website links.

What we look for

You\’ll have graduated with at least a 2:2 in engineering, architecture, construction management or related field. Specific criteria and timelines:

• Complete the online application in full; this includes answering all questions and a skill enabler assessment. These are essential parts of the recruitment process.
• Start dates in April or September 2026.
• Passion for Building Specialists services and awareness of building systems (lighting, security).
• Interest in digital engineering and BIM for the future of the built environment.
• Eagerness to learn and develop new skills in BIM coordination and digital project delivery.
• Understanding of engineering or construction design processes and curiosity about new technologies.
• Enthusiasm for creativity and problem solving; willingness to share ideas.

If you don’t meet all criteria, apply anyway—your experience may align with other opportunities in our Graduate programme.

For information about the application and selection process, please refer to the Early Careers brochure and apply as early as possible to receive full consideration.

Additional Information

Join our global team of more than 69,000 colleagues making a positive impact in communities worldwide. Our commitment includes flexible working, inclusivity, wellbeing and development support through programmes such as Thrive and a Virtual GP service. We also offer benefits like Gymflex, menopause support, flexible hours and the option to purchase additional leave.

#WeAreWSP

We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or belief, marital status or maternity/paternity. As a Disability Confident leader, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria; please let us know if you require workplace adjustments.