Lead Digital Engineer

Location: Bicester
Permanent Staff Position
Type of Project: Custodial / MOJ Prisons

Do you want to set the benchmark for digital engineering excellence in construction? Are you a digital engineering professional ready to redefine how projects are designed, delivered, and handed over? At Laing O'Rourke, we build virtually in a digital environment first—driving predictability in cost, quality, programme, and safety.

If you can implement smarter engineering-led solutions, deliver whole-life value, and demonstrate to clients the benefits of digital tools and data-driven delivery, then this is the opportunity for you.

The role reports directly to the Project Technical Leader or Project Digital Lead. As Lead Digital Engineer, you will guide the development, implementation, and deployment of Laing O'Rourke's digital systems and processes—supporting project teams to achieve client BIM requirements, digital deliverables, and project BIM objectives.

Our digital focus spans advanced data use, 3D modelling, and visualisation to enable design, manufacturing, and construction excellence. You will lead the consistent implementation and ongoing evolution of the LOR Digital Standards, aligned with best practice and emerging technology.

Key Responsibilities

Accountable for delivering Digital Engineering across pre-construction, construction, commissioning, and handover phases—ensuring correct processes, protocols, and influence are applied.
Enable and develop LOR staff in their discipline-specific digital responsibilities through training, workshops, coaching, and effective communication.
Manage and develop the project BIM model in line with client requirements and LOR standards.
Build and maintain collaborative working relationships with stakeholders to deliver the project BIM strategy.
Liaise with consultants, suppliers, clients, and other external stakeholders to achieve the project's digital objectives.
Lead the design team and subcontractors in delivering 3D modelling responsibilities aligned with scope, programme, and key milestones.
Drive project-specific digital solutions ensuring alignment with Digital Standards and best practice.
Promote and shape digital best practice across the business, sharing lessons learned outside of direct reporting lines.
Develop and mentor direct reports to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery.
Support BIM coordination and package management alongside the technical and design teams.
Maintain strong working relationships with senior leadership teams and business unit stakeholders.
Ensure governance and compliance with QA procedures, including maintaining the LOR delivery plan and reporting digital performance metrics.
Proactively identify opportunities to enhance digital delivery, leveraging experience to improve project outcomes.

Qualifications, Training & Experience

Essential

Architectural, construction, or engineering degree—or equivalent relevant experience.
Minimum 5 years' experience in construction (including planning & logistics).
Minimum 5 years' experience in BIM or 3D technology.
Experienced user of Autodesk Revit, ACC Suite, and Navisworks.
Ability to work full-time at project site location as part of the construction team.

Desirable

Experience with coding/automation tools (Dynamo, Python, Power Automate).
Experience with Bentley software (ProjectWise, MicroStation).
Experience managing teams or mentoring others.
Recognised BIM qualification or BIM Professional Certification.

About Us

We are an international engineering and construction organisation delivering world-class infrastructure and building projects in the UK, Middle East, and Australia.

Certainty, reliability, and quality define our work—and with over 150 years of experience, Laing O'Rourke is built on passion, innovation, and the power of our people. Our heritage, combined with our commitment to digital transformation, ensures we continue to deliver excellence for our clients.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, applicants with a long-term condition or disability who meet the essential criteria will be offered an interview. Please tell us in advance if you need adjustments or support throughout the process.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment experience. If you require an application form in an alternative format or would like to understand more about our recruitment process, please contact resourcingteam@laingorourke.com.

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