At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the planning and implementation of temporary works on a cutting-edge data centre project.
- Company: Join a leading European contractor with a strong focus on innovation and infrastructure.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, accommodation support, travel perks, and bonuses.
- Other info: Be part of a flagship project with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on large-scale projects in a rapidly growing sector.
- Qualifications: Experience in temporary works management and a background in civil or structural engineering.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 75000 £ per year.
A leading European main contractor with annual turnover in excess of €1 billion, delivering large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure across the data centre, life sciences, and advanced manufacturing sectors. The Sines project is a hyperscale data centre development with complex groundworks, structural, and MEP interfaces.
The Temporary Works Manager (TWM) will have overall responsibility for the planning, design coordination, approval, implementation, inspection, and removal of all temporary works on a large-scale data centre project. The role is critical in ensuring temporary works are safe, compliant, coordinated, and fully integrated with the permanent works and construction programme.
- Act as the Temporary Works Manager in accordance with company procedures and relevant European standards
- Issue and manage Temporary Works Permits and formal handovers
- Coordinate with permanent works designers, temporary works designers, and subcontractors
- Ensure compatibility between temporary and permanent works, particularly around structural frames, foundations, slabs, and MEP installations
- Support construction teams during planning and execution of complex temporary works
- Monitor on-site installation to ensure works are built in accordance with approved designs and method statements
- Carry out regular inspections and audits of temporary works
- Ensure full compliance with EU regulations, Portuguese legislation, and project-specific HSEQ standards
- Lead risk assessments and method statement reviews related to temporary works
- Stop works where temporary works present safety or compliance risks
- Report temporary works status, risks, and constraints to the Project Director and Senior Management
Typical Temporary Works Scope (Data Centre Environment):
- Temporary propping and structural support
- Crane bases, lifting platforms, and heavy-lift temporary works
- Temporary access platforms, walkways, and edge protection
- Temporary works associated with MEP plant installation and commissioning
Proven experience as a Temporary Works Manager on large-scale construction projects
Strong background in heavy civil, structural, or data centre construction
Engineering qualification (Civil or Structural Engineering preferred)
Thorough knowledge of temporary works processes, design coordination, and site implementation
Experience working for a main contractor on complex, fast-track projects
Ability to work under pressure in a high-risk, high-value environment
Flagship hyperscale data centre project in a rapidly growing European hub
Long-term pipeline of data centre and mission-critical projects
Competitive salary and international package
Opportunity to work with a market-leading main contractor on complex engineering challenges
Temporary Works Manager (Temporary) in Somerset employer: TM Green Group
Join a leading European main contractor renowned for delivering large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure projects in the data centre sector. With a strong commitment to employee development and a collaborative work culture, we offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits including accommodation support and travel allowances, and the chance to work on flagship projects in a rapidly growing hub. As a Temporary Works Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring safety and compliance while enjoying opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic and innovative environment.
