Temporary Works Design Engineer / Senior Temporary Works Engineer in Glasgow

Kiloh Associates, a LaBella Company, is an engineering consultancy specializing in civil, structural, geotechnical, and environmental engineering across the UK property and energy markets. The team provides pre-planning engineering advice covering transportation, hydrology, access, earthworks, services, and site investigations, as well as detailed design for highways, bridges, foundations, and drainage. Kiloh Associates supports contractors and developers with cost-effective tender options and ground risk mitigation, and offers house builders a comprehensive, single-source engineering service pre- and post-planning. The company has significant experience in wind, hydro, biomass, operational efficiency, and solar projects, and operates under ISO9001:2015 and ISO14001:2015 certifications. Its focus is on delivering practical, local engineering solutions for local clients.

Kiloh Associates is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Temporary Works Design Engineer to join our multidisciplinary team to support our expanding portfolio of work.

As a Temporary Works Design Engineer, you will be responsible for:

• Producing safe, robust, and cost-effective designs for temporary works required during construction processes.
• Collaborating with site teams, contractors, and design professionals to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with all applicable standards and regulations.
• Designing temporary works schemes including falsework, formwork, scaffolding, shoring, propping, hoardings, and crane platforms.
• Preparing detailed calculations, technical drawings, and comprehensive design risk assessments.
• Collaborating within the design team, seeking supervision when necessary and providing leadership to junior team members as required.
• Delivering design outputs that fully adhere to company procedures and quality standards.
• Communicating complex technical design issues effectively with engineers, technicians, and other stakeholders.
• Interpreting briefing information accurately, applying relevant design codes and standards, and utilizing appropriate design software efficiently.
• Leading site inspections and surveys, actively participating in technical correspondence and meetings with third parties.
• Ensuring designs and work practices meet the commercial and project-specific requirements.
• Providing engineering support during construction planning and delivery phases.
• Conducting site visits to assess design needs or verify installation integrity.
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of temporary works procedures, systems, and best practices.

Minimum requirements:

• 2–3 years of experience in temporary works or structural design.
• Proficiency in structural analysis and design software (e.g., TEDDS, STAAD, Robot, AutoCAD).
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple design packages.
• Site experience in a construction or contractor environment.
• Temporary Works Coordinator or Supervisor training (CITB preferred).

We offer a competitive salary and benefits, support for professional development and ICE/IStructE accreditation, flexible annual leave including bank holidays with the option to purchase, a company pension scheme, flexible/hybrid working options, and opportunities to work on high-profile UK infrastructure projects.