At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex construction projects and deliver innovative temporary works designs.
- Company: Join a top-25 engineering consultancy recognised as one of the best places to work.
- Benefits: Agile working, flexible hours, and access to a £11bn+ project pipeline.
- Other info: Collaborative team environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on high-profile projects while developing your engineering skills.
- Qualifications: Chartered Engineer or equivalent experience in civil, structural, or geotechnical engineering.
The predicted salary is between 42750 - 52250 £ per year.
My client is looking for civil, structural and/or geotechnical engineers to join their team in various locations around the UK.
Locations: Birmingham / Bristol / Cambridge / Cardiff / Glasgow / Leeds / Liverpool / London / Manchester / Newcastle / Norwich / Plymouth - agile working, with up to 1-2 days per week from home if desired.
Hours: 40 hours per week - flexibility on hours available if desired.
Sector: Working across all sectors of the built environment.
Join as a Principal Temporary Works Engineer and become part of one of the UK's leaders in temporary works design and management and construction-related technical services. As part of a 100-strong team, you will work on hundreds of projects across one of the most diverse and high-profile portfolios in the country, with access to £11bn+ project pipeline - supporting complex construction and major infrastructure schemes from concept through to delivery.
Are you...
- Practically-minded, with a strong grounding in civil, structural and/or geotechnical engineering principles and knowledge of applicable design standards?
- A Chartered Engineer (CEng) or of equivalent experience?
Do you...
- Enjoy applying first principles thinking to real-world construction challenges, combining a keen eye for detail with sound engineering judgement, a focus on safety, buildability, sustainability and a flair for innovation and creative problem-solving?
- Have experience of temporary works design and/or management, or other practical construction experience?
- Have strong organisational and communication skills, and enjoy working as part of collaborative teams?
- Want to join a top-25 engineering consultancy, recognised as one of Glassdoor's 50 best places to work?
What will you be responsible for?
Leading the delivery of a broad range of complex construction engineering services, including some or all of: temporary works design and checking, reviewing permanent designs for compliance and buildability, supporting tenders and preconstruction planning, and providing technical support to overcome construction-stage and post-construction issues and defects.
Main responsibilities:
- Acting as Project Lead for multiple complex projects, managing technical scope, programme, budget and relationships with preconstruction and construction teams, from bid through to delivery.
- Producing, checking and reviewing design outputs such as calculations, sketches, drawings, 3D models, reports and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with CDM, SHE procedures and QA processes.
- Developing yourself, other individuals and the wider team, contributing to the continuous improvement of processes and systems, enabling the business to adapt to current and future challenges.
Principal Temporary Works Engineer in Birmingham employer: Carrington West
Carrington West is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises employee growth and development. With a strong focus on improving residential environments in Harlow, team members benefit from competitive daily rates and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that positively impact the community. The collaborative culture fosters innovation and supports professional advancement, making it an attractive place for experienced project managers looking to make a difference.
