2027 Structural Engineering (CEMC) Graduate

Cooper & Hall Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O’Rourke is inviting graduates to join its Early Talent programme within the Precast Technical Solutions team. You will apply DfMA principles to design bespoke precast structures, facades and infrastructure, while supporting tender and pre-construction activities across disciplines.

This development programme offers exposure to a variety of projects, professional accreditation support (ICE/IStructE) and opportunities to become a future leader in construction and engineering in the UK.

Qualifications

• Graduate role in Precast Technical Solutions (PTS) within Explore Manufacturing Design Centre.
• Apply Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) to create safer, faster, and more sustainable construction methods.
• Provide value-engineering input balancing safety, cost, buildability and sustainability.
• Support tender and pre-construction teams with structural engineering input.
• Pursue professional accreditation with ICE/IStructE with support toward chartership.

Responsibilities

• Design and check structural solutions for precast products, considering manufacture, lifting and installation.
• Provide value-engineering input balancing safety, cost, buildability and sustainability.
• Support tender and pre-construction teams with structural engineering input.
• Explore innovative materials and design approaches to reduce carbon and waste.
• Work across disciplines to develop products that meet client needs while maximising efficiency.

Skills

DfMA

Precast structural design

Value engineering

Tender support

Education

Civil Engineering

Structural Engineering

Job description

At Laing O'Rourke, we deliver complex engineering and construction projects that shape the built environment. We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to join our Early Talent programmes and help drive innovation across our business. We're seeking ambitious graduates who are ready to make an impact. If you're passionate, curious and eager to challenge the status quo, you'll help us drive innovation, transform our industry and shape the future of construction and engineering.

About the programme

Through Laing O'Rourke's Graduate Development Programme, we help graduates gain practical experience, achieve professional accreditation and build the skills needed to become future leaders in the construction and engineering industry. Our Early Talent Programme will enable you to expand your networks, achieve professional and personal development, gain exposure to a variety of projects and disciplines, and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to build a successful and rewarding career.

What Professional Accreditation can be achieved through this role:

Graduate membership of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) or the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), with support to work towards professional chartership.

Role Overview and the Purpose of the role:

Join the Precast Technical Solutions (PTS) team within the Explore Manufacturing Design Centre at Laing O'Rourke's Centre of Excellence for Modern Construction. You will help develop bespoke precast structural solutions for building structures, facades and infrastructure, applying Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) principles to create safer, faster and more sustainable construction methods.

Key Responsibilities – What you'll do:

• Design and check structural solutions for precast products, considering manufacture, lifting and installation.
• Provide value-engineering input that balances safety, cost, buildability and sustainability.
• Support tender and pre-construction teams with structural engineering input.
• Explore innovative materials and design approaches to reduce carbon and waste.
• Work across disciplines to develop products that meet client needs while maximising efficiency.

Teams and Departments this role will interact with most:

• Precast Technical Solutions (PTS) and the Explore Manufacturing Design Centre
• Manufacturing and production teams
• Bid, tender and pre-construction teams
• Project design and wider multidisciplinary engineering teams

The following Degree Subjects are suitable for this role:

Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering

Additional Information

Location: CEMC

We are recruiting for locations that we anticipate having Early Talent roles for at the time of our next programme commencement. Please note that due to the nature of the business, there could be changes to locations noted.

Our projects are based across the UK (National) so you'll need to be prepared to be flexible about where you work. Depending on project requirements, this may involve travelling, staying away from home during the week, or relocating closer to a project site. In return, you'll gain valuable experience working on a variety of projects, helping you develop your skills and broaden your career opportunities.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support with your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.