At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead parametric design development and integrate DfMA principles into workflows.
- Company: Laing O'Rourke is a globally recognised engineering enterprise focused on innovation and technical excellence.
- Benefits: Part of the Disability Confident scheme, offering reasonable adjustments during recruitment.
- Other info: Position located within the Technology & Innovation Group.
- Why this job: Join a multidisciplinary team driving transformation in construction through advanced digital engineering.
- Qualifications: Experience with parametric design tools like Grasshopper or Dynamo is essential.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
Location: Technology & Innovation
Laing O'Rourke is a globally recognised engineering enterprise committed to innovation and technical excellence across design, manufacturing and construction. Our mission is to lead the industry through advanced product platforms, digital engineering and industrialised construction methods that improve quality, safety and sustainability.
The Technology & Innovation (T&I) Group sits at the centre of the Laing O'Rourke group of companies and is a key driver of the transformation of construction. T&I is a highly ambitious, multidisciplinary team bringing together engineering, manufacturing, digital, product development and systems thinking to create the next generation of construction products and delivery models.
Key Responsibilities- Parametric & computational design: You will lead the development of parametric and rule-based design approaches that translate engineering intent into scalable, repeatable digital solutions. This includes creating configurable product models and applying generative design techniques to support DfMA outcomes.
- DfMA & production: You will play a key role in advancing industrialised construction by embedding DfMA principles into design workflows and supporting the transition from project-based delivery to product-based platforms. Collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams will ensure solutions are optimised for real-world production and assembly.
- BIM & digital workflows: Working within BIM environments, you will help connect design, manufacturing and delivery through robust digital workflows, improving efficiency, consistency and traceability across the lifecycle.
- Manufacturing integration: You will collaborate closely with manufacturing teams to ensure designs align with production realities, driving efficiency, material optimisation and repeatability through digital manufacturing workflows.
- Innovation & collaboration: As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to innovation across engineering, design and manufacturing, helping to evolve new tools, workflows and product platforms while promoting continuous improvement.
Accessibility & Inclusion: We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme. If you meet the essential criteria and would like to be considered through our Offer an Interview scheme, please let us know. We are happy to provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.
Computational & Parametric Designer in Dartford employer: Laing O'Rourke
Laing O'Rourke is based in a dynamic environment focused on innovation in construction. Employees benefit from collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and digital teams, enhancing their professional growth. The company is committed to accessibility and inclusion, ensuring a supportive recruitment process for all candidates.
