Freelance Temporary Works Manager

Warden Tyne Solutions are currently recruiting for an experienced Temporary Works Manager for a civil engineering contractor on a major construction project in Teesside.

Roles & Responsibilities

* Temporary Works Management: Manage temporary works in line with project scope and procedures.

* Design Coordination: Coordinate temporary works designs, checks and approvals before installation.

* Formwork & Falsework: Oversee formwork, falsework, propping, backpropping and concrete pour requirements.

* Temporary Works Register: Maintain an up-to-date register of all temporary works.

* Manage: the Temporary Works team overseeing inspection installations to ensure compliance with approved designs and drawings.

* Approvals: Ensure required authorisations are in place before use, loading or dismantling.

* Health & Safety: Identify and manage temporary works risks, ensuring safe working practices.

* Team Coordination: Liaise with site teams, engineers, designers and contractors to resolve issues.

* Compliance & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of designs, inspections, approvals and handovers.

* Programme Management: Ensure temporary works are planned and delivered in line with project deadlines.

* Problem Solving: Identify non-compliance, implement corrective actions and promote best practice.

The Person:

* Experience as a Temporary Works Manager, TWC or Site Agent with strong TWC experience.

* Strong knowledge of formwork, falsework, propping and RC/structures.

* Knowledge of UK construction health and safety requirements.

* Experience coordinating designs, inspections and site implementation.

* Ability to read technical drawings, method statements and risk assessments.

* Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.

* Proactive approach to safety, quality and compliance.

* Ability to work independently and liaise effectively with site teams and designers.

* Valid CSCS card and availability to work on a freelance basis.

Terms:

* Competitive hourly rate

* Uplifts for night, weekends and weekend nights

* Accommodation provided for those living over 1 hour from the project

* Outside IR35 (subject to assessment) & CIS available

* 7-day payment terms
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed