Temporary Works Designer

A leading structural steel and civil engineering contractor is currently seeking a permanent Temporary Works Designer to ensure the safe, practical, and compliant delivery of temporary works solutions across a range of live infrastructure, commercial, and industrial schemes.

Salary: £45,000 – £60,000 per annum (DOE)
Locations: Ayrshire, South Lanarkshire, Durham, Scarborough, Dorset, or West Yorkshire
Working Arrangement: Office-based / Hybrid (with remote options considered depending on proximity to office hubs)

Key Responsibilities:

Design and review temporary works solutions including access systems, lifting schemes, propping, falsework, and stability works. Produce detailed calculations, sketches, and technical design drawings in line with project requirements. Ensure all designs comply with relevant British Standards, Eurocodes, and CDM regulations. Liaise closely with engineers, site construction teams, fabricators, and project managers. Provide real-time technical support during construction and steel erection phases. Carry out risk assessments and ensure safe design principles are embedded in all temporary works designs. Work to tight programme deadlines while maintaining absolute accuracy and safety compliance.

Requirements:

Proven experience in temporary works design within construction or structural steel environments. Strong understanding of Eurocodes, British Standards, and CDM regulations. Experience using design and analysis software such as AutoCAD, Tekla Tedds, Robot, or similar. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and coordination skills across site and office-based teams.

Benefits Package:

Paid overtime opportunities (where applicable). Company pension scheme & comprehensive healthcare package. Subsidised canteen and free on-site parking at selected locations. Cycle to Work scheme. Ongoing professional training and development. Regular team-building events, awards ceremonies, and employee reward schemes. Clear progression path into senior / pre-construction leadership roles.

If you are interested, please submit your CV for consideration.