Design Manager
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Date posted
September 25, 2026
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Closing date
October 10, 2027
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Location
Adelaide
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Salary
$180,000 - $225,000 /year
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Career level
Manager / Lead Level
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Qualification
Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management
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Experience
8+ Years
Description
Position Quick Summary
- Employer: Laing O’Rourke
- Requisition ID: 495554
- Primary Location: Osborne Naval Shipyard, Adelaide, SA 5017, Australia
- Workplace Model: Project Office: Osborne Naval Shipyard, Adelaide SA (AUKUS NPSCY)
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Closing Date: Oct 16 2026 (Closing on: Oct 16 2026)
- Remuneration Benchmark: AU$180,000 – AU$225,000 + Superannuation (Design Management Benchmark)
- Career Level: Manager / Lead Level
Role Overview & Project Scope
Laing O’Rourke is currently seeking applications for the position of Design Manager. As a $6 billion privately owned global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, Laing O’Rourke delivers some of Australia’s most complex and iconic infrastructure projects across defence, transport networks, health, water, and utilities.
At Laing O’Rourke, you won’t just build projects, you’ll help shape the future. As a $6 billion privately owned global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, we deliver some of the nation’s most complex infrastructure, from transport networks to defence and utilities. Be part of Australia’s largest-ever defence infrastructure program.
Core Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
In this role at Laing O’Rourke, your key responsibilities and deliverables will include:
- Planand execute works efficiently to achieve project outcomes.
- Providetimely and reliable technical support to delivery teams.
- Challengedesigns and drive practical, constructable solutions.
- UtiliseDigital Engineering to improve planning and coordination.
- Collaboratewith clients, consultants and supply chain partners.
Selection Criteria & Candidate Profile
Laing O’Rourke evaluates applicants against demonstrated technical capabilities and experience aligned with this role:
- Degree in an Engineering Discipline (Civil/Mechanical/ Electrical/Geotechnical) with Chartered Professional Engineer status or equivalent.
- Minimum of five years’ experience in the Design/Engineering/ Construction field.
- Previous experience working in high-risk construction industry
- Applicants must be Australian citizens and hold or be able to obtain an Australian Defence Security Clearance to NV1 level.
Key Competencies & Technical Proficiencies
Benefits, Rewards & Flexibility
At Laing O’Rourke, you are supported to build a meaningful, rewarding career. Some of the benefits offered include:
- In-house training and on-the-job development opportunities
- Six months’ paid parental leave at full pay for all employees
- Purchased leave options and volunteering leave
- Exclusive discounts and savings across hundreds of Australian retailers
Application Instructions
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