Senior Engineer & Temporary Works Coordinator

A World Leading Tier 1 Civil Engineering Contractor are looking to recruit a permanent Senior Engineer to work on major projects in the East Anglia Region.

Major infrastructure experience with a Tier 1 contractor required.

General duties- Temporary works coordination and management and innovation leader as a primary function. Secondary function to assist in methodology, TQ, NCR and testing functions.

SMSTS/SSSTS and SEATS and CAT* and GENNY*essential for role but can be provided TW Temporary works training must be undertaken upon starting. First aid training will be provided

You will take responsibility for leading engineering activities across a defined section of works, bringing sound technical judgement, commercial awareness and the confidence to make informed decisions. You will often work within a broader engineering team but may also lead independently on smaller projects or packages. Temporary Works expertise will be central to your role ensuring solutions are safe, compliant, well designed and fully integrated into construction methodology.

Duties:

Temporary works Leadership
Lead Temporary Works coordination for your section, ensuring compliance with design, safety and procedural requirements
Challenge information, identify risk, propose solutions and drive safe, efficient buildability
Liaise with Temporary Works Designers, consultants and subcontractors to develop and approve engineering solutions
Anticipate engineering issues early and proactively resolve them to minimise disruption
Engineering Delivery
Develop construction methodologies, with clear understanding of the critical path and wider project impacts
Manage the engineering input across your work area, delegating tasks effectively and mentoring junior engineers
Evaluate completed work and recommend improvements for future stages
Contribute to BIM Level 2 processes and promote high quality data management. Health, Safety & Environment
Ensure all works, including Temporary Works, are delivered safely through robust RAMS and ongoing review
Manage subcontractors and suppliers to maintain a strong safety culture
Support project carbon reduction goals through efficient and sustainable engineering practices. Project & Commercial Management
Plan and manage engineering activities to ensure progress remains on target
Assist in cost estimating for work packages and produce accurate engineering records and site documentation
Influence resource planning and contribute to effective project lifecycle management

Person Specification:

Strong, demonstrable experience in Temporary Works within major civil engineering projects
Confidence in making engineering decisions with awareness of safety, commercial and programme considerations
Ability to lead engineering activities and mentor junior team members
Strong stakeholder engagement skills - able to work with designers, consultants, clients and subcontractors
Knowledge of BIM Level 2 principles and digital information management
A proactive approach to problem solving, continuous improvement and innovationRelevant qualifications (e.g., MEng/BEng in Civil Engineering, ICE progression) are desirable.

Benefits:

Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
Flexible and adaptable working
Family friendly policies and work/life approach
Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
Contributory pension scheme
Annual bonus scheme
Recognition scheme and long service awards
Car scheme
We also provide the option to participate in our share-save scheme; discounts including cycle to work and gym membership; a support and advice service for colleagues and their families
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed