Graduate opportunities in Lanarkshire

Introduction

Starting your career journey at Laing O'Rourke means entering a place where our purpose and values are key to how we leave positive impact on the world we live in. You will join a programme that is designed to embrace and develop your capabilities through stretch and challenge. Your voice will be heard, and you will be supported by a business that sees investment in the next generation of talent as a priority. 

Laing O'Rourke has been appointed as the preferred construction partner to replace University Hospital Monklands with an innovative new facility. NHS Lanarkshire’s ambition is to deliver Scotland’s first fully digital and net zero carbon hospital through the Monklands Replacement Project (MRP). The new hospital is a hugely significant capital project, and with massive benefits for healthcare, the economy and local community across Lanarkshire and Scotland.

Find out more about the new University Hospital Monklands here.

I studied Civil Engineering at Heriot-Watt University and have been on the Monklands project as a Graduate Civil Engineer for just over a month now. I started my journey with Laing O'Rourke on the Summer and Industrial Placement Programme (SIP), where I worked on Shepperton Studios for 2 months. I loved my internship as it gave me a taste for what the industry is like and I was exposed to so many new things, learning all the time.

I then was offered a place on the Graduate Programme, the process between the two was very straightforward, I had to do a small form to confirm my interest and once they had offered me a place, I got my location assigned for starting in September.

The SIP gave me a good staring knowledge on how things work on site whilst allowing me to meet a number of people within the company who I have already been in contact with/worked with again in my new role at Monklands. I have loved my first month at Laing O'Rourke, everyone has been so welcoming and helpful, there is an abundance of knowledge within every team which is going to help me massively to excel in my position.

Programme structure and career progression

Programme structure  

Our graduate programme is structured to give you practical experience, technical learning, personal and professional development to help you achieve your career goals. In just under three years your programme journey will include bespoke development modules, support from experienced managers and clear guidance from chartership routes to the appropriate professional body. You will also find support through programme Alumni and the many sub committees and communities we have in the business. 

Career progression 

The graduate development programme provides you with the foundation to continue your growth within Laing O’Rourke. We offer a range of further learning opportunities and staff development programmes to ensure our people can flourish and achieve their career goals.