Temporary Works Engineer (Design)

Temporary Works Designer / Structural Engineer

Also known as: Construction Designer, TW Designer, Temporary Works Design Engineer

Location: Dartford

An excellent opportunity has arisen to join our Temporary Works Design team. As a Temporary Works Designer, you will work on a variety of projects such as Thames Tideway, East West Rail, Whiteleys, and Beckton water treatment. You will work closely with project teams to design Temporary Works solutions that will enable the delivery of the project. The Temporary Works Designer is responsible for the production of drawings, calculations, and specifications for a diverse range of permanent and temporary works schemes, as well as the provision of buildability, construction methodology, and value engineering advice for live projects and tenders, as required by the business.

About the Role

• Provide safe, practical, and economic designs of temporary works in accordance with project procedures, the British and European codes of practice, and UK construction Health and Safety legislation.
• Prepare conceptual and detailed designs including calculations, design risk assessments, and sketches/drawings/models as appropriate.
• Work on a range of temporary works designs, which could include: formwork, falsework, access, temporary concrete and steel structures, reinforcement stability, structures for heavy lifting, groundworks, etc.
• Work with the specialist CAD team.
• Work with construction teams to understand the practicalities of the erection, use, and dismantle of temporary works.
• Coordinate design work with a wide range of suppliers and designers.

Your Experience

• BEng / MEng in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Circa 3 years design experience.
• Circa 1-year design experience in Temporary Works designs.
• Hands-on experience with BS 5975.
• Experience in the design of formwork, falsework, and access scaffolding.
• Experience in the design of bespoke shutters (steel or timber).
• Experience with codes of practice for concrete and steel work design (EN & BS codes).
• Literacy in Microsoft Office software.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Detailed knowledge of UK Health and Safety legislation.
• Ability to manage consultants, sub-consultants, suppliers, and sub-contractors.

Don't match all the criteria? We are always happy to hear from people with transferable skill sets and a commitment to learning.

Why Choose Us?

We are an innovative, forward-thinking business that prides itself on the quality of our people and the projects we deliver. We are committed to extensive training, development, and long-term career opportunities, and as such this role is suitable for a committed individual who is seeking long-term career opportunities. In return, you will be rewarded with leading company benefits that only a global business can offer, as well as a competitive remuneration package.

Our Company:

With a heritage spanning over 160 years, Laing O'Rourke is an internationally focused engineering enterprise with world-class capabilities. We operate an integrated business model comprising the full range of engineering, construction, and asset management services delivering single-source solutions for some of the world's most prestigious public and private organizations.

We really value difference at Laing O'Rourke and believe a diverse team drives innovation. We are a global multicultural business committed to the inclusion of all employees, enabling everyone to feel respected & valued for being themselves.

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