2026 Graduate Whole Life Carbon

Job Title: Graduate Whole Life Carbon Engineer 

This role does not provide sponsorship 

We're looking for bright and committed graduates who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.    

 Role Overview  

The role of Graduate Whole-Life Carbon Engineer is vital in realising our mission and if we are to be 'first and fast' to capitalise on the opportunity to decarbonise the built environment we need to strengthen the capacity and capabilities within the sustainability team to drive forward whole life decarbonisation [embodied, operational and maintenance emissions]. 

 Key Deliverables and Accountabilities   

• Support the Whole Life Carbon team in deploying the carbon measurement and reduction roadmaps for all project types and stages and across all disciplines; contribute to annual roadmap update 

• Learn and operate carbon measurement software, both OneClick and eTool, becoming a ‘superuser' able to provide outputs for inclusion in bids, to validate values for contracts, to support projects directly and to upskill others 

• Attain competency in preparing and reviewing carbon information, such as Environmental Product Declarations, to support factories and projects as necessary 

• Assist in the collection, integration and interrogation of carbon data from all project stages, analysing and extracting lessons and value to further progress our decarbonisation journey 

• Write-up, collate and manage best practice examples and case studies to support knowledge-transfer across sites and to provide collateral/inputs for work-winning 

• Prepare training and communication materials, for both internal and external audiences, in coordination with the wider team and function 

• Support internal knowledge groups on carbon measurement as well as contribute to staff training 

• Work with internal stakeholders, supply-chain partners and design consultants to obtain / improve carbon information and build processes to automate data capture, sharing and audit 

Location   

As a project-led business, the location of our work can vary depending on project needs. This role may require you to be prepared to work away from home at project sites across the UK.   

Preferred Degree Subjects    

Architecture / Engineering Degree preferred 

Professional Accreditation   

Institute of Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability (ICRS) or similar 

The Laing O'Rourke Graduate Development Programme - what can you expect?  

Our graduate programme is designed to embrace and develop your capabilities. Most importantly, you will be encouraged to continue learning throughout your career. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your personal development and the achievement of professional accreditation as a priority.    
      
Our programme will give you the practical experience, technical learning and professional development while being part of the some of the most exciting construction and infrastructure projects in the UK.   

Our Application Process 

We are committed to providing a clear and supportive recruitment journey. Here is what you can expect when applying for one of our graduate opportunities: 

• CV Submission 
  Submit your CV for review. We will assess your application against the entry criteria for the role you are applying for. 

• Online Assessment 
  You will complete a series of assessments designed to understand how you approach workplace situations, your preferred ways of working, as well as exercises to evaluate your critical thinking and numerical reasoning skills. 

• Video Interview 
  At this stage, you will be invited to record responses to two questions set by our hiring team. You will have sufficient time to prepare and ensure you present yourself confidently. 

• Assessment Centre 
  Our in-person assessment centres, held at a LOR office, provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your skills through a combination of individual tasks, short interviews, and group activities. This is also a chance to experience our culture first-hand. 

• Outcome 
  We aim to provide feedback and communicate the outcome of your assessment centre within two weeks. 

Entry requirements  

We are looking for graduates who meet the following criteria:   

• Studying or have obtained a degree in Architecture / Engineering  

• Studying a degree course with a clear route to professional accreditation    

• Your degree classification should be 2:2 or higher    

• Entry degrees will be listed within each of our graduate vacancies and differ from role to role  

• Strong numeracy and literacy skills 

• Flexibility as you may be required to work away     

• Eligible to work in the UK  

Accessibility and Support 
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. 

  **The Graduate Development Programme will commence in September 2026**