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  • Date posted

    September 25, 2026

  • Closing date

    December 24, 2026

  • Location

    Dartford

  • Salary

    £52,000 - £68,000 /year

  • Career level

    Mid Level

  • Qualification

    Degree or HND in Civil, Structural or MEP Engineering with recognized site credentials

  • Experience

    3 – 5 Years

Description

Laing O’Rourke is seeking a talented and safety-conscious Specialist Engineer – Architecture to join their project team in Dartford delivering critical civil and building infrastructure. As an integral team member, you will contribute directly to world-class engineering execution, ensuring exceptional delivery standards, operational safety, and continuous improvement across the site.

Locations: Dartford, London, Worksop, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol.

Position Overview & Key Facts

  • Employer: Laing O’Rourke
  • Vacancy Requisition ID: 5970
  • Project / Base Location: Bridge Place 1 or 2, Dartford, DA2 6SN, United Kingdom
  • Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time
  • Target Experience: 3 – 5 Years
  • Compensation Benchmark: £52,000 – £68,000 + Industry Pension & Benefits
  • Application Method: Direct Online Submission via Laing O’Rourke Careers

Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

  • Deliver precision engineering setting-out, dimensional control, and technical supervision for reinforced concrete, steelwork, and civil works.
  • Review and interpret structural blueprints, specifications, method statements (RAMS), and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
  • Manage site quality records, concrete cube registers, pre-pour inspection checklists, and technical queries (RFIs).
  • Supervise site supervisors, subcontractors, and plant operatives to maintain rigorous safety, environmental, and program targets.
  • Support construction methodology planning, temporary works coordination, and progressive engineering handover.

Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications

  • Degree or HND/HNC in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, or Construction Engineering.
  • Demonstrable site engineering experience on major civil infrastructure, high-rise buildings, rail, or energy projects.
  • Proficient with robotic total stations, GPS/GNSS setting-out instrumentation, and CAD software.
  • Valid CSCS card (Engineering / Supervisor), SMSTS or SSSTS, and Safety Critical Medical certificate.
  • Strong technical problem-solving capabilities, clear communication, and leadership potential.

What We Offer (Total Rewards & Benefits)

  • Competitive Financial Package: Market-benchmarked salary or hourly rate, structured annual performance appraisals, and clear promotional pathways.
  • Pension & Healthcare: Enhanced contributory company pension, life assurance cover, and private health cover options.
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous annual holiday entitlement plus bank holidays, additional purchased leave schemes, and 24/7 confidential employee support (EAP).
  • Learning & Professional Growth: Support for chartership (ICE, IMechE, IET, CIOB, RICS), trade licenses, NVQs, and accredited technical training.
  • Employee Perks: Discounts with leading UK high-street brands, cycle-to-work initiative, and active diversity and inclusion networks.

Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus

Laing O’Rourke Health & Safety (HSE) Infrastructure Delivery Architectural Technical Design Building Envelope Engineering RIBA Coordination Fire Safety & Building Regs Modern Methods of Construction

Apply Directly for this Opportunity

This vacancy is actively accepting applications. Visit the official Laing O’Rourke recruitment portal to review full technical requirements and submit your CV.

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