Role Overview & Project Scope

Laing O’Rourke is currently seeking applications for the position of Expressions of Interest – Design Managers. 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, rail, 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. We are currently seeking expressions of interest forDesign Managersas Queensland is building momentum — and so are we!

Core Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

In this role at Laing O’Rourke, your key responsibilities and deliverables will include:

• Ensure designs are in accordance with Safety in Design procedures.
• Establish and manage working relationships with Hub Engineering Management team, Senior Project Engineers, and Design Managers.
• Agree scope, priorities, schedule and deliverables with Line Manager prior to proceeding. Control cost and time, monitor project forecasts.
• Efficient planning and execution of works.
• Good understanding of the application of Digital Engineering within their chosen field, including work breakdown structure (WBS), accuracy and detail stored in models, Digital Engineering Management Plan (DEMP) and Digital Engineering Execution Plan (DEEP).

Selection Criteria & Candidate Profile

Laing O’Rourke evaluates applicants against demonstrated technical capabilities and experience aligned with this role:

• Minimum of five years’ experience in the Design/Engineering/ Construction field.
• Degree in an Engineering Discipline (Civil/Mechanical/ Electrical/Geotechnical) with Chartered Professional Engineer status or equivalent.
• Experience in Civils, Stations and/or Tunnels essential

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 continuous professional development opportunities.
• Six months’ paid parental leave at full pay for all eligible employees.
• Purchased leave options and paid volunteering leave.
• Exclusive discounts and savings across hundreds of Australian retailers.
• Recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Application Instructions

To inspect the complete official vacancy announcement and submit your confidential application directly through the PageUp career portal, click the Apply on Employer Site button above.