About Laing O'Rourke 

Laing O’Rourke is a $6 billion global engineering and manufacturing-led construction leader, delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects. In Australia, we’ve proudly operated under the Laing O’Rourke banner for over 20 years, building on more than 70 years of local expertise.  

Driven by our purpose - pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, in service of humanity - we create safer hospitals, cleaner water, secure defence facilities, and better-connected cities. We also build meaningful careers and inclusive workplaces where people thrive. Backed by global strength and deep local roots, our unique operating model combines cutting-edge technology with modern methods of construction to deliver certainty for clients and transform how infrastructure is engineered and built.

We also own two vertically integrated businesses: Select Plant Australia, the nation’s fourth-largest plant hire company, and Laing O’Rourke Rail Operations, supporting major projects and nationwide rail maintenance. 

That’s the Power of Experience. 

About the role 

We are currently seeking a Quality Manager in Adelaide. This Expression of Interest is your opportunity to position yourself for future roles delivering complex, career-defining work alongside some of the industry's best talent. 

South Australia offers an exceptional lifestyle, with world-class food and wine, stunning beaches, renowned wine regions and around 200 festivals and major events each year. Combined with its welcoming community, balanced pace of life and strong investment in future industries, Adelaide is an exciting place to build both a career and a life. 

Key responsibilities 

• Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the project Quality Management Plan and quality assurance framework.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, client specifications, industry standards and ISO 9001 quality management systems.
• Manage quality risks, non-conformances, corrective actions, defects and audit programs to drive project performance and compliance.
• Oversee inspection and testing processes, quality documentation, records management and project handover requirements.
• Conduct internal and external audits of project teams, suppliers and subcontractors to verify quality outcomes and contractual compliance.
• Provide leadership, training and mentoring to project teams, fostering a strong culture of quality, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Liaise with clients, stakeholders and delivery teams to resolve quality issues and ensure timely achievement of project requirements.
• Champion HSEQ standards and reporting, promoting safe work practices and environmental responsibility across all project activities.

About you 

• A minimum of 7–10 years’ construction/engineering project experience.
• Sound knowledge of Australian Standards (e.g. ISO 9001:2015), Industry Codes and Procedures.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
• Previous experience with Project Document Management Systems.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Certificate of Attainment in Quality Management or equivalent.
• Business or engineering degree (desirable).
• Lead auditor qualification.