Engineering Workstream Coordinator
Location: Sherwood, other locations considered (Dartford, Worksop).
An incredible opportunity has arisen to be part of something special at Laing O'Rourke. As a leader in technology and innovation, Laing O'Rourke creates advanced manufacturing solutions for rebar being utilised on-site.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented senior or up-and-coming engineer who is ready to diversify into project and package management. The role offers genuine exposure to commercial strategy and LOR leadership, with strong growth potential for the right individual. Ideal for someone who is energised by variety, takes initiative and is comfortable with a role that evolves with the programme.
What does the Strategic Programmes Manufacturing team do in technology & innovation of Rebar?
The mission is clear. To industrialised civil engineering through automation, robotics and industry principles. Unlocking productivity and transforming how major infrastructure is delivered.
They own the full reinforcement ecosystem. This includes cutting, bending, pre-assembly and installation. This is done by utilising the latest digital techniques and automated manufacturing facility here in the UK.
Key responsibilities
Coordinate activity across multiple concurrent workstream packages, ensuring tasks are clearly defined, ownership is established, and progress is tracked against plan. Maintain short- to mid-term programme plans in partnership with the Programme Manager, keeping delivery aligned to the wider schedule.
Monitor workstream performance and provide clear, regular updates for leadership. Flag risks, blockers, and critical path issues early to enable timely decision-making.
Prepare high-quality materials to support leadership engagement, including:
- Executive summaries
- Progress dashboards
- Presentations and decision papers
Develop business cases to support spend approvals, setting out:
- Structured options and appraisals
- Pros and cons of each approach
- Clear, evidence-based recommendations
Coordinate dependencies and interfaces across key teams, including engineering, commercial, digital, and procurement, ensuring alignment and smooth delivery.
Support the commercial strategy by gathering data, conducting analysis, and contributing to the overall positioning of the programme.
Keep the workstream running effectively by maintaining governance and delivery rhythms:
- Action and decision logs
- Meeting cadences
- Reporting and oversight routines
Build strong relationships with senior LOR and client stakeholders, representing the workstream with professionalism, clarity, and confidence in both formal and informal settings.
Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to increase efficiency and enhance processes, reporting, and overall delivery performance.
Experience and skills
- Background in civil or structural engineering, construction management or a related technical discipline — section engineer or above
- Experience coordinating multi-disciplinary workstreams on infrastructure or construction programmes
- Excellent written communication skills — able to produce clear, well-structured reports, presentations and business cases
- Commercial awareness and a genuine interest in developing this capability — understanding of contract structures, cost management and commercial risk.
- Proficiency in planning and programme management tools.
- Confident with Microsoft Office suite — particularly PowerPoint and Excel for reporting and analysis
- Strong interpersonal skills — able to build relationships and influence across engineering, commercial and leadership teams
- Degree-qualified in engineering, construction management or a related discipline (or equivalent experience like apprenticeship, HNC , HND or working experiences).
About Laing O'Rourke
Laing O'Rourke is an international engineering and construction business known for pushing boundaries in digital engineering, modern methods of construction and sustainable delivery. With more than 150 years of heritage, we are committed to creating environments in which diverse teams can excel and thrive.
Accessibility & Inclusion
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