IT Project Sites Engineer

  • 6363
  • Airdrie
  • Permanent

IT Project Sites Engineer (2nd / 3rd Line)

Location: Glasgow / Airdrie

Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits (expenses / travel covered)

Job Type: Permanent

Shape the Future of Construction Technology at Laing O'Rourke!

At Laing O'Rourke, we're redefining the built environment through innovation and digital engineering. As part of our mission to be the Supplier of Choice and Employer of Choice, our IT team plays a vital role in enabling the success of our major projects across the UK. We're now seeking an IT Project Sites Engineer (2nd / 3rd Line) to join our team and support critical infrastructure delivery and support across our Scottish project sites.

About the Role

You'll be the technical lead for site IT implementation and support across a range of dynamic and complex construction environments. You'll work directly with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and project teams to ensure robust, cost-effective, and timely delivery of IT services and infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery & Implementation:

  • Design and implement site-specific IT solutions aligned with enterprise standards.
  • Create IT charters, cost models, and project plans in collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Manage project timelines, risks, and documentation with high accuracy.
  • Act as a liaison between business and IT teams for smooth rollout.

User Support & Infrastructure:

  • Provide second & third line support for infrastructure and applications.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues in collaboration with support teams and vendors.
  • Lead infrastructure reviews and remediation activities post-implementation.
  • Maintain compliance with IT Group standards and ensure operational readiness.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Technical Knowledge:

  • Expert understanding of Active Directory / Entra ID, WAN technologies, SharePoint, Teams, Meraki, and SDWAN.
  • Proficient with Microsoft enterprise suite and IP networking (including switch config and wireless).
  • Strong grasp of IT infrastructure, hardware, and OS environments.

Core Competencies:

  • Proven experience in ITIL-aligned environments (Incident, Change & Problem Management).
  • Excellent communication skills—able to explain complex systems to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong project management and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work independently, meet tight deadlines, and manage competing priorities.
  • Experience delivering in multi-site, multi-discipline, and high-pressure environments.

What You Bring

  • Minimum 2 years in a corporate IT implementation/support role.
  • A passion for IT and delivering effective solutions.
  • Strong sense of ownership and accountability.
  • Willingness to travel frequently and adapt to different work environments.

Why Join Us?

  • Work on flagship infrastructure projects that shape the UK's future.
  • Be part of a high-performing team in a progressive, digitally-led organisation.
  • Gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies and enterprise-level systems.
  • Career development support and a commitment to continuous improvement.
  • Competitive salary, benefits, and development opportunities.

About Us

We are an international engineering and construction company delivering state-of-the-art infrastructure and buildings projects for clients in the UK, Middle East and Australia.

Certainty, reliability, quality – this is what our clients want. And at Laing O'Rourke, we have more than 150 years of experience delivering it. Laing O'Rourke's story is one of energy, passion, ambition, people and teamwork. We harness the power of our experience, stretching back over a century and a half to deliver certainty for our clients.

We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need the application form in an alternative format or you would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email resourcingteam@laingorourke.com

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