Principal Temporary Works Engineer
Bristol | Consultancy | Salary up to £65,000
Ready to take your temporary works expertise to the next level?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Principal Engineer to join a successful and forward-thinking engineering consultancy in Bristol.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Principal Engineer who enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, working closely with clients and contractors, and having a genuine influence on the successful delivery of major projects.
As a Principal Engineer, you’ll take the technical lead on a diverse portfolio of temporary works schemes, providing practical, innovative and commercially aware engineering solutions. You’ll have the opportunity to work across a variety of exciting projects, from complex structures and construction support schemes through to bespoke temporary works design.
The Role
As Principal Engineer, your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the design and delivery of temporary works solutions from concept through to completion.
- Providing technical leadership, guidance and mentoring to engineers within the team.
- Reviewing and approving designs, calculations and technical documentation.
- Working closely with clients, contractors and other design disciplines.
- Identifying practical and innovative solutions to challenging temporary works problems.
- Supporting business development and developing strong, long-term client relationships.
- Helping shape the continued growth and technical reputation of the consultancy.
What We’re Looking For
We’re keen to hear from an experienced Principal Engineer with a strong background in temporary works, structural engineering or a closely related discipline.
You’ll ideally have:
- A degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
- Significant experience in temporary works design and engineering.
- Strong knowledge of relevant British Standards, Eurocodes and industry guidance.
- Excellent technical and problem-solving abilities.
- The confidence to communicate with clients, contractors and senior stakeholders.
- Chartered status, or a clear pathway towards Chartership, would be advantageous.
- A commercial mindset and the ambition to play a key role in a growing consultancy.
What’s In It For You?
This consultancy understands that great people are the foundation of a great business, so you’ll be rewarded with a generous salary of up to £65,000, alongside an attractive benefits package.
You’ll also enjoy:
- Competitive salary up to £65,000.
- Generous holiday allowance.
- Pension contribution.
- Flexible and hybrid working options.
- Professional development and ongoing technical training.
- Support towards professional qualifications and Chartership.
- Excellent opportunities for career progression.
- A collaborative, friendly and technically driven working environment.
- The chance to work on varied and challenging projects rather than repetitive design work.
- A genuine opportunity to influence the direction and growth of the team.
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