Are you an experienced Design Manager with a background in modular construction or Laing O'Rourke core sectors: Prisons, Defence, Healthcare, Data Centres, Science & Research, Aviation, Power or Rail?
Are you passionate about delivering exemplary design management on complex projects?
Looking for your next challenge in a high-impact role?
We'd love to hear from you!
Laing O'Rourke is currently recruiting an Electrical Design Manager to support the delivery of our upcoming project at HMP Garth & Wymott, based initially from our Sale, Manchester office. The project is scheduled to go to site next summer, with the team relocating to Lancashire once construction begins.
The Opportunity:
This role will lead the design delivery for a single, large-scale project. You'll be the key interface between the client, design team, bid team, and operations team during pre-construction, and will continue to drive design excellence through delivery. We're looking for someone who can challenge and interrogate design collaboratively to reduce risk and increase certainty.
As a senior member of our Design Job Family and Technical Function, you'll be part of our Engineering Enterprise—maximising the potential of design to deliver certainty across all phases of the project.
What will the role look like?
Lead pre-construction briefing and design processes.
Implement Laing O'Rourke's design management procedures across the project lifecycle.
Ensure design information is reviewed for buildability, safety, maintainability, and compliance.
Promote innovation in design methodology and management.
Champion our company values in all design activities.
What skills & experience are we looking for?
Experience in modular construction or Laing O'Rourke core sectors.
End-to-end design management experience—from concept to handover.
Degree in Building Services, Architecture, or a related construction discipline.
Strong technical and collaborative leadership across design and delivery.
Don't meet every requirement? We welcome applications from candidates with transferable skills and a commitment to learning.
About us:
Laing O'Rourke is an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings across the UK, Middle East, and Australia. With over 150 years of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering certainty, reliability, and quality for our clients.
We are a Disability Confident employer and offer interviews to candidates with long-term health conditions or disabilities who meet the essential criteria. Please let us know about any adjustments you may need during the recruitment process or in the workplace.
For alternative formats or more information about our recruitment process, please contact: resourcingteam@laingorourke.com
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