2026 Graduate Digital Engineer

Job Title: Graduate Assistant Digital 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.

To make this more exciting, we're embarking on a Digital Transformation programme which will encompass all areas of the business and our projects lifecycle. This creates an exciting and varied career opportunity.

If you're curious about: Building Information Modelling (BIM), immersive technology, automation, modelling, digital twins and similar, then this role will be of interest to you.

Role Overview

An Assistant Digital Engineer has the opportunity to be involved with a range of our digital activities within our business streams. For example, these opportunities could be:

• Digital: Project-based digital construction and engineering roles
• Digital: Time, cost and visualisation roles
• Digital: Systems, automation, modelling and technology (e.g., AR/VR) roles
• Digital information roles

An Assistant Digital Engineer will provide valuable support to our Digital function as we deliver our business priorities and client requirements. These opportunities relate to the design stages, involvement with our supply-chain or manufacture capabilities, or the on-site build and handover stages of our exciting projects.

Throughout your career with us, you will be given the development and support from our experienced teams and work within an environment which allows you to thrive.

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.

Degree Subjects

Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, Building Services, Structural Engineering, or a similar construction-related degree will be considered

Professional Accreditation

Depending on your degree subject: ICE, IET, CIOB, RICS, RIBA or another suitable professionally accredited route

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 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 a degree course with a clear route to professional accreditation
• Studying or have obtained a Civil Engineering, Architectural Technology, Building Services, Structural Engineering degree. Other construction-related degrees will be considered
• 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