Temporary Works Engineer
| Company: | Pertemps |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £50,000 to £68,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Central London, EC1A 2AT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 29 Aug 2026 |
| Closing date: | 27 Sept 2026 |
Summary
Senior Temporary Works Engineer
Permanent
Central London
£50,000 - £68,000
An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Temporary Works Design Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy in Central London. This role offers the chance to work on prestigious projects across the UK, with a focus on Central London, focusing on temporary works design solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the design and assessment of temporary works, including falsework, formwork, access platforms, propping, hoardings, excavation support, and crane bases.
• Oversee a team producing detailed design calculations, drawings, and technical documentation in accordance with current codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Liaise with site teams, project engineers, and external stakeholders to develop safe, practical, and economical solutions.
• Undertake site visits and inspections to monitor the implementation of temporary works and provide technical support during construction.
• Manage the approval process for temporary works, including preparation and presentation of design briefs and design risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with CDM Regulations, health and safety legislation, and relevant quality assurance procedures.
• Assist in the development of standard temporary works solutions and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Mentor and support more junior engineers and technicians as required.
Requirements:
• 8+ years of experience in temporary works design
• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering (or equivalent).
• Chartered or working towards Chartered status with a relevant professional institution (e.g., ICE or IStructE).
• Strong understanding of Eurocodes, British Standards, and temporary works procedures
• Proficiency in structural analysis software.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Demonstrated ability to work on multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure.
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