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  • Date posted

    September 25, 2026

  • Closing date

    December 24, 2026

  • Location

    Birmingham

  • Salary

    £50,000 - £70,000 /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 Civil & Structural Engineering – Talent Community to register interest in roles in our Power Sector to join their project team in Birmingham supporting the landmark Great Grid project. 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.

Civil Engineering Professionals – Join Our Power Sector Talent Community – Substation and OHLE projects

Position Overview & Key Facts

  • Employer: Laing O’Rourke
  • Vacancy Requisition ID: 6872
  • Project / Base Location: 156 Great Charles Street Queensway, Birmingham, B3 3HN, United Kingdom
  • Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time
  • Target Experience: 3 – 5 Years
  • Compensation Benchmark: £50,000 – £70,000 + Industry Pension & Benefits
  • Application Method: Direct Online Submission via Laing O’Rourke Careers

Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

  • Deliver heavy civil engineering packages for 400kV gas-insulated substations (GIS), transformer bunds, and transmission compounds.
  • Oversee deep foundations, piling, reinforced concrete structures, earthworks, and access road construction.
  • Review and verify technical submittals, method statements, and Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
  • Coordinate interface engineering between civil bases, structural steel gantries, and high-voltage electrical equipment.
  • Enforce site safety cases, National Grid technical specifications, and environmental mitigation protocols.

Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications

  • BEng / MEng or HND/HNC in Civil or Structural Engineering.
  • Proven track record in civil engineering site delivery on major UK infrastructure, power, or heavy industrial projects.
  • Experience with reinforced concrete structures, deep excavations, and technical assurance.
  • Valid CSCS card, SMSTS / SSSTS, and Safety Critical Medical.
  • Professional membership (MICE / MIStructE) or progression towards chartership.

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 Civil Engineering Project Delivery Subcontractor Coordination Site Operations Great Grid Upgrade

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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