Engineering Leader – Major Infrastructure & Nuclear Projects

Laing O'Rourke; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking an Engineering Leader to join our AUKUS team in Australia. The role will drive integrated technical solutions, provide strategic technical leadership, and engage specialist networks to ensure successful design and delivery across major defence infrastructure programs.

The successful candidate will bring 15+ years of site delivery experience on complex projects, a degree in a technical field, and eligibility for Australian Defence NV1 clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years' experience with minimum 5 years demonstrable experience in site delivery of major projects involving design and construction.
• Degree in technical base subject.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in civils and structures or mechanical, electrical and plumbing or rail systems.
• Australian citizenship and NV1 level clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Project and Functional Leaders from early engagement through to technical completion.
• Lead the development of integrated technical solutions aligned with project execution and delivery.
• Provide strategic technical leadership and advice, keeping client objectives at the forefront.
• Engage specialist and SME networks to strengthen project design and delivery outcomes.
• Act as the technical authority and subject matter expert for the relevant discipline.
• Drive technical reviews, reporting, value engineering and delivery solutions.

Skills

Technical leadership

Project leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Technical reviews

Value engineering

Education

Degree in technical base subject

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is seeking an Engineering Leader to join our AUKUS team in Australia. The role will drive integrated technical solutions, provide strategic technical leadership, and engage specialist networks to ensure successful design and delivery across major defence infrastructure programs.

The successful candidate will bring 15+ years of site delivery experience on complex projects, a degree in a technical field, and eligibility for Australian Defence NV1 clearance.