About Laing O'Rourke

Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion international operation with 70 years of involvement in Australian construction and infrastructure, including nearly two decades under the Laing O’Rourke banner. The business delivers projects as diverse as the environments in which they are built, from high security military bases and major rail transport infrastructure projects, through to landmark buildings at the transport interface. Laing O’Rourke owns one of Australia’s largest plant and equipment hire company called Select Plant Australia. We know the right culture combined with purposeful technology will help us meet demand and deliver certainty for our clients. That’s the #powerofexperience.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Technical Product Manager based in our North Sydney head office.

We’re redefining decision-making in construction through innovative AI-driven solutions.

As a Technical Product Manager, you’ll be at the centre of product development, working cross-functionally to deliver customer-focused, data-driven solutions. You will lead the management of AI-driven product features, write product requirements, and ensure seamless coordination across teams.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the roadmap for AI-driven solutions, prioritising features while focusing on best practices and tangible customer outcomes.
• Collaborate with developers, designers, and subject matter experts to deliver high-impact features.
• Write and maintain comprehensive Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) Including:
  • Data ingestion and processing requirements:
  • Model requirements aligned with the business problem
  • Performance criteria and success metrics
  • Integration specifications with existing systems
  • User interface and experience requirements
  • Compliance and governance standards
• Coordinate dependencies and deliverables across multiple squads
• Organise and lead cross-functional meetings, ensuring alignment and progress.
• Conduct customer interviews to understand needs and validate solutions.
• Present updates, key findings, and progress reports to executives and stakeholders.
• Mentor and upskill team members in AI and data-specific practices.

About you

• You’re passionate about using AI to solve real-world problems and thrive in a collaborative and innovative environment
• Construction background preferred, not essential
• 3+ years of practical experience defining AI, data science, and data engineering requirements.
• 5+ years of experience in product management or a related technical role.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools including hands-on experience with JIRA and Confluence.
• Strong understanding of AI, data science and data project management.

Benefits

We work hard to create an environment that brings out the best in our people. We believe in building careers through providing a safe, connected and innovative culture that supports ongoing growth and development. We offer industry-leading benefits such as specialised learning and development programs, a mental health and wellbeing program, industry leading paid parental leave policy, an additional purchased leave option and coaching programs for staff on parental leave.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse society in which we live and work. Laing O’Rourke is proud to hold the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Citation - Employer of Choice for Gender Equality.

Laing O'Rourke actively supports a diverse workforce and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Download our Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan at https://www.laingorourke.com/company/diversity-and-inclusion

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.