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 an experienced Structures Site Engineer to join our Melbourne-based delivery team. This is a critical role within our Structures team, with primary responsibility for bridge substructures, abutments, and FRP works on major infrastructure projects.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in planning and sequencing structural construction activities, including cost tracking, forecasting, and procurement coordination.
• Take responsibility for bridge abutments, associated structural elements, and FRP works, ensuring compliance with approved designs and VIC Roads standards.
• Interpret engineering drawings, reinforcement schedules, and specifications to coordinate and order reinforcement and concrete in line with program requirements.
• Liaise with subcontractors and site teams to ensure works are delivered safely on schedule, and to specification.
• Coordinate with the design management and construction teams to resolve technical issues and manage design changes.

About you

• Relevant Civil Engineering degree
• Solid experience in structural infrastructure projects.
• Demonstrated experience delivering bridge abutments and structural concrete elements.
• In-depth knowledge of VIC Roads standards and specifications.
• Strong understanding of Australian Standards related to structural works.
• Working with a tier 1 contractor would be beneficial

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 recognised as a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality in 2020, 2022, and 2024. We know that the right culture and purposeful innovation are key to delivering impact. 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