Temporary Works Designer

July 9, 2026

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Job Description

permanent

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.