Ready to make your mark on a project that will power the future?
Want to be at the forefront of the UK's largest electricity network upgrade?
Then come and join Laing O'Rourke
The Great Grid Upgrade is the largest overhaul of the UK's electricity transmission network in generations. Led by National Grid, the programme involves upgrading and expanding the high-voltage electricity network across England and Wales to transport increasing amounts of renewable energy, improve energy security and help deliver the UK's transition to a low-carbon future.
The Creyke Beck to High Marnham (CGNC) project is a key part of this programme, creating a new high-voltage transmission route between East Yorkshire and Nottinghamshire to strengthen the network between the North of England and the Midlands and enable the connection of future offshore wind generation.
What is the role?
We're looking for an experienced Project Engineer to lead the planning, management and delivery of ground investigation, archaeological and survey works during the preconstruction phase. You'll work closely with the Construction Manager, designers, National Grid and specialist subcontractors to safely deliver enabling works and support the project's successful progression into construction.
What you'll bring
- Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
- Significant experience delivering civil engineering or infrastructure projects, ideally including ground investigation or enabling works.
- Strong knowledge of health & safety, temporary works, quality management and subcontractor management.
- Experience producing and reviewing RAMS, managing site operations and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
- A collaborative approach with excellent planning, communication and leadership skills.
Location: Based at our Central Birmingham project office with regular travel across the CGNC route between Creyke Beck (Hull) and High Marnham (Nottinghamshire).
If you're looking to play a key role in delivering critical UK infrastructure while working with an industry-leading engineering team, we'd love to hear from you.
About Us
Laing O'Rourke are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.
Certainty, reliability, quality – this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know if you would like to opt in to this scheme and let us know if you require any adjustments for the interview process.
We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email [email protected]
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Principal Estimator
At Laing O'Rourke, we are redefining the future of construction through engineering excellence, innovation, and collaborative delivery. As a Principal Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in securing major projects that shape communities and critical infrastructure. Working alongside some of the industry's leading professionals, you will influence strategic decisions, develop winning solutions, and help drive the continued growth of one of the world's most respected engineering enterprises.
The Opportunity
At Laing O'Rourke, our estimating teams are at the heart of securing some of the most complex and rewarding projects across the UK and beyond. As a Principal Estimator, you will play a leading role in shaping winning strategies, developing commercial solutions, and supporting the delivery of landmark infrastructure and construction projects.
This is an opportunity to influence major business decisions from the earliest stages of project development, working alongside industry-leading professionals across engineering, commercial, procurement, planning, and delivery functions. You will also help develop future estimating talent while driving innovation and continuous improvement across the work-winning process.
What you will be doing
You will be a trusted expert within the business, providing strategic estimating leadership across major bids and opportunities. Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will help shape competitive solutions, manage complex tender submissions, and support the successful conversion of opportunities into secured work.
- Leading estimating activities across major, complex and strategically important bids.
- Developing bid strategies, identifying opportunities for innovation, and supporting successful negotiations.
- Managing, mentoring and developing estimating professionals to build capability and future talent.
- Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to deliver commercially robust and competitive solutions.
What we are looking for
We are looking for an experienced estimating leader who combines technical expertise with strong commercial awareness and a collaborative approach. You will be confident influencing stakeholders, leading teams, and delivering high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
- Significant experience leading complex estimating and tendering activities within construction, infrastructure, engineering or related sectors.
- Proven ability to influence bid strategy and develop winning commercial solutions.
- Experience leading, coaching and developing teams within a project or work-winning environment.
- Strong communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills, supported by relevant professional qualifications or industry accreditation.
What you can expect
Joining Laing O'Rourke means becoming part of an internationally recognised engineering enterprise that is redefining how the built environment is designed, delivered and operated. You will have the opportunity to work on industry-leading projects while continuing to develop your own career and leadership capability.
- The opportunity to influence major projects and contribute to the long-term growth of the business.
- Exposure to innovative delivery methods, digital engineering and modern construction techniques.
- A supportive environment that encourages professional development, knowledge sharing and career progression.
- The chance to work alongside some of the industry's most experienced and respected professionals.
About us:
We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.
Certainty, reliability, quality – this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.
As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we would like to enable access to candidates with long term health conditions and disabilities through the ‘Offer an interview scheme'. This supports applicants that meet the essential criteria by offering an interview for the advertised position. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required as well as discussing how we can support you in the workplace.
We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email [email protected]
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